It seems this winter is dragging out as long as it can! I know its still February, but its almost March and that means its time for winter to hit the road! Being the lover of hot weather and sunshine that I am, I have house fever! Which is cabin fever except I don’t live in a cabin. But there are definitely plenty of things to keep me busy waiting for this winter to finish out!

Things like learning about different festivals and holidays…

NerdMom of the Nerd Family is learning about Purim.

Amy whose Hope Is the Word shares about what they did in their home/homeschool to celebrate and learn about the Chinese New Year.

Denise of Let’s Play Math! is participating in World Maths Day. Act quickly if you want your student to participate in the (free!) World Maths Day.

Or learning how to be better at finances…

Kristie who lives on This Side of Eternity shares about Frugal Homeschooling and how to give your children the best education with the Lord’s direction and avoid the pitfalls of comparing yourself to others. How to avoid falling into the curriculum trap. It is possible to give your children a great education without spending a fortune.

Audrey of Homeschooling Income is Putting my children to work and shares about how her children can also start to earn pocket money by working online with help from a parent.

Mrs. White at The Legacy of Home Teaches Home Economics through Apprenticeship.

We can be grateful for homeschooling…

DeputyHeadmistress who resides in The Common Room shares what a homeschooling week looked like with a kindergartner recently removed from public school in The Further School Tales of Blynken.

Alasandra’s Homeschool Blog gives us A Dim View of Public Schools.

Linda Dobson who is a PARENT AT THE HELM shares A Brief History of American Homeschooling.

At Why Homeschool, Henry points to some great posts Janine wrote four years ago: Homeschooling highlights from November 2005

We can take some time to look at why we do or don’t do things…

Monica at Educating Magpies wonders why some home schooling moms do not use support groups in their home schooling journey… its just The kind of mom who baffles me.

Tiffany who lives Life on the Road asks Is Co-Schooling an Option?.

Dana who lives at Roscommon Acres is wondering if its a Reading Breakthrough, or Victory of the Bribe…

Rayann presentsRayann @ The Nuthouse rants against asking for permission to make curriculum changes.

Mrs. C of Homeschool and Etc. shares about The Bad Homeschooler You Know. Does everyone know at least one “bad” homeschooling family? What are our responsibilities to the families with children in these situations?

We can take some time to help others…

Jane Doe of Count By Homeschoolers just kicked off a fun survey blog for homeschool graduates, and would love to join your party: Press Release: Coca-Cola Versus Pepsi.

Vikki Lawrence over at Vikki’s Verandah is doing some Book Research: Calling All Teens.Writing an adventure series for teens, starring a homeschooled 15 year old girl. Need help with researching! Go to: http://vikkisverandah.blogspot.com/2010/02/book-research-calling-all-teens.html

Denise who is Blogging 2 Learn helps by talking about Spam Comments. Spammers are tricky, and inexperienced bloggers can be easy to fool.

Robin who is seeking a Heart of Wisdom gives us Lapbook and Scrapbook Folder Differences

We can fellowship with other homeschool moms…

Barbara Frank Online knows that after many years of homeschooling can leave a mom with a much shorter attention span than she once had and then you have to get back to the point of Productivity.

ChristineMM who is The Thinking Mother story about teaching her seventh grade son about writing composition, cause Writing is Talking on Paper.

Jacque who is Walking Therein shares about Teaching the Littles the Scriptures.

Penny Raine shares some recent ponderings about parenthood.

And then we can just have some fun!

Rachel Lynette who has Minds in Bloom shares 3 More Games to Play While Waiting.

Michelle Dennis Evans has a great, easy French Toast recipe for young children.

Lara DeHaven, the Texas Homesteader shows some beautiful 4-H Photography Contest photos she got when the sun decided to come out for a bit!

Pamela of  Blah, Blah, Blog reminds us to remember the Little things.

Michelle of  Delightful Learning has some really neat Delight Directed “Science” Play and projects to do!

The HSBA Post has some Fun with Geography: Learning the Highest Peak on Each Continent

Finally…

Tiana Krenz of God Made, Home Grown shares The Most Important Thing, and that is truly the MOST IMPORTANT THING!

Hopefully doing these things will help keep my house fever low and will make the time go by just a little faster!

If you enjoyed this edition of the COH, would you mind sharing about it? You can easily grab the icon and put it on your site to announce this edition! Make sure to send in a submission for next week’s carnival hosted by HomeschoolBuzz.com.

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I have been so enjoying June! Its been a wonderful month even tho its only the 16th. We had a wonderful get together on Saturday with some wonderful friends! With that get together still in mind, I thought it would be neat to have that as my theme: A Summer Party

At a summer party, you have plenty of food, fellowship, fotos and fun!

Elena LaVictoire of My Domestic Church has some tips for reading fluency that Works for Me Wednesday.

Travis who is the Personal Web Guide asks Do You Read? He explores the benefits reading can have upon us in a culture so saturated with television. It discusses the benefits reading can have in stimulating our brain and providing us with a wealth of knowledge, as well as the pitfalls of succumbing yourself to television all day.

Lara DeHaven who is a Texas Homesteader shares My Favorite Quotes on Education.

Nui Loa of Boston Children’s Music shares Our Five Favorite Kids’ CDs for Grownups.

Annette Berlin who has Craft Stew knows art is important to a well rounded education…both as a subject to study and as a tool to create. Microsoft Paint Tutorials provides an easy way for any child to explore color, line, shape and the imagination.

Beverly’s Homeschooling Blog (About.com) has a listing Free (or Cheap) Summer Movies for Kids in theaters offering summer specials for kids.

FOOD

Barbara who has Three Girl Pile-Up is incorporating her reading into her eating Thunder Cake.

Neighbor Nancy who gives Recession Depression Therapy has some Electronics Activities For the Young Mad Scientist that help you keep your appliances in one piece, while everyone learns some pretty shocking things about electricity and electronics. These hands-on activities are good for ages 3 to 103. Have fun!

Courtney who lives Life on Courtney Lane shows why only studying one or two science topics per year is a good approach and how to get started: Learning Science, One Topic at a Time

Amy LeForge who gives Earnest Parenting is thinking I Killed the Chickens.

The Science Mouse knows How to attract toads to your garden.

Cristina who does Home Spun Juggling gives a life lesson from watching animals, inspired by our butterfly project: Caterpillars of Learning.

FELLOWSHIP

An article stating the reasons why I choose to homeschool my children. Jaime who lives For His Glory gives the reasons for Why I Homeschool my children.

Tim Tinkel of Families Again is Getting My House in Order by doing something that homeschoolers struggle with – organizing. However, not only do we have to get our physical houses in order, but our spiritual ones as well.

Dana of Principled Discovery shares about how the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child used against English homeschoolers.

The Hall Monitor at DetentionSlip.org thinks maybe the problem is that some of these public schools have over a dozen valedictorians is that the Recession hits high school seniors’ choices.

~Kris~ who hasWeird, Unsocialized Homeschoolers got an Interview with a Homeschool Graduate: Morgan. After being homeschooled K-12, Morgan is now entering her senior year of college as an education major. She shares her unique perspective on education through the eyes of a homeschooler-turned-public-school-teacher.

Jenafer who has Cage Free Monkeys shares about their News Interview Promoting Homeschooling.

Andrea of Homeschool Blog shares How to use learner.org as a homeschool curriculum.

Joy Miller who has Five J’s has 7th Grade Homeschool Curriculum for 09-10. This isn’t just a list of curriculum for a 7th grader. I’ve also described how we use each curriculum, how long it takes, and why we like it so much.

GFCF Mom of Many has gleaned Ways to save money buying next year’s material

Loving Learning At Home! is Living more frugally…in a BOX???!!!!!!!!??? You can live frugally as a homeschool or even just a regular family!

Name of Blog: Barbara Frank Online has a A Great Source for Homeschooling Supplies right in your own neighborhood.

Sharon with the Seven of Hearts shares about Homeschooling on the cheap.

Jana of Pure Home Schooling gives parents An Easy Start To Homeschooling through a quick idea to get started homeschooling even without a bunch of research and knowledge of curriculum.

Andrea at the Atlanta Education Homeschool Blog asks “think you are not qualified to homeschool?” She gives Notes from a homeschooling mom: I am not qualified to homeschool

Special Needs Homeschooling has some Question’s you should ask about your child’s education if you have a special needs child and are considering homeschooling or not. These are some question you should ask before making that decision.

FUN

Laura Williams’ Musings has a Flurry of Activity x 6 + end of school year + introducing workboxes = summer activity anew.

Alicia of Magic and Mayhem is In Praise of Summer Vacation (and Children) and gives an answer to those mothers who complain about having their children at home for summer vacation, talking about the joys of summer and of spending time with our kids.

Henry of Why Homeschool hasThoughts about summer and what will our children do with more free time? He explains how the Cates are transitioning to their summer schedule

Kathi who says No fighting, no biting! blog had a blast! attending a homeschool conference. It’s a great way to meet other homeschoolers, hear affirming talks, and be able to buy every new (and old) book you want for your homeschool room.

Tristan of Our Busy Homeschool knows that children can teach us so much, and they are often much braver than we are, and Just for Today we studied sharks.

Jacque Dixon who is Walking Therein is Too Busy Home Schooling to Blog, Email or Tweet. Its the most busiest time of the year!

Hope you enjoyed this week’s carnival! Enjoy your summer! Make sure to join in next week’s Carnival of Homeschooling hosted by Our Curious Home.

And yes… some of those pics are from our big weekend with everyone! I promise to get some more up soon!

©AmandaDixon2009

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THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED!

Here we are entering day seven of my Super Blogoversary Giveaway Bash. Some of the wonderful giveaways that are still going on are: GOV Purity Ring Giveaway Giveaway (ends TODAY!), Sense and Sensibility ePattern (ends TODAY),and Get Organized To Make This School Year Great! (ends March 26th).

Today’s giveaway is brought to you by Bundled In Prayer. Christina Brown makes Hand-Crafted Custom Afghans and MORE! MADE WITH ALL-NEW MATERIALS!!! Lovingly and Prayerfully Handmade! BundledinPrayer is primarily about prayer and comfort. May God minister to your heart and change your life.

BIP has donated a red and/or blue shawl for my blogoversary giveaways!
The Shawl is a versitile wrap-shawl with two buttons to enable many different options for wear in any sizes and super colors!

The BIP Shawl values at $20-$30.

To enter to win this givewaway:

1. Visit the sponsor’s site, come back to THIS POST and leave a comment about their products.

2. Add the Super Bash icon to your site and comment letting me know.

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For even more chances to win:

3. Announce the giveaway including the giveaway link on: your blog, twitter (@Super_Angel), facebook, stumbleupon, groups,and forums and leave another comment with the link to the announcement.

4. Email your friends. Please CC me (missamanda AT kconline DOT com) on the email and leave a comment so I record how many times you entered.

5. Sign up for my mailing list either via Feedburner, bloglines, or any other feed reader, or through my personal mailing list by requesting to be put on it. My personal mailing list gets special announcements, emails, and notices.

Make sure you LEAVE A COMMENT for everything you do for each giveaway so I know how many entries you have!

This giveaway will end on March 27th, so hurry and enter!
Love, Prayers and Blessings,

©AmandaDixon2009

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THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED!

Here we are entering day six of my Super Blogoversary Giveaway Bash. Some of the wonderful giveaways that are still going on are: GOV Purity Ring Giveaway Giveaway (ends March 25th), Homeschool Princess Tshirt (ends TODAY!), and Sense and Sensibility ePattern (ends March 25th).

Today’s giveaway is brought to you by Cindy Rushton and Rushton Family Ministries. Their prayer is that through your time with them, you will be encouraged in your heart, equipped in a greater way for your call in life, and most of all, inspired to follow the Lord in ALL areas of your life.

Cindy Rushton has donated her Get Organized! Easy Ideas to Help Make This School Year Great! Ebook for my Super Bash!
HELP is here! REALLY! Join one messy mom as she shares practical and easy ideas that are guaranteed to help any other mom get organized and ready for the best year yet!  Need help with planning your new year? Want help setting up a schedule that works but doesn’t bring more stress than help?  Need a step-by-step how-to for getting that jungle of a home clean and orderly? Want help with EASY meal plans for YOUR family? Need a plan for getting your little ones busy with cleaning—not messing up more?  This is one mini-ebook that is sure to help you get it all together IMMEDIATELY—even if you think you are an emergency case!

To enter to win this givewaway:

1. Visit the sponsor’s site, come back to THIS POST and leave a comment me about their products.
2. Add the Super Bash icon to your site and comment letting me know.

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For even more chances to win:

3. Announce the giveaway including the giveaway link on: your blog, twitter (@Super_Angel), facebook, stumbleupon, groups,and forums and leave another comment with the link to the announcement.

4. Email your friends. Please CC me (missamanda AT kconline DOT com) on the email and leave a comment so I record how many times you entered.

5. Sign up for my mailing list either via Feedburner, bloglines, or any other feed reader, or through my personal mailing list by requesting to be put on it. My personal mailing list gets special announcements, emails, and notices.

Make sure you LEAVE A COMMENT for everything you do for each giveaway so I know how many entries you have!

This giveaway will end on March 26th, so hurry and enter!
Love, Prayers and Blessings,

©AmandaDixon2009

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THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED!

Here we are entering day six of my Super Blogoversary Giveaway Bash. Some of the wonderful giveaways that are still going on are: GOV Purity Ring Giveaway Giveaway (ends March 25th), The Word of God Ebooks (ends TODAY), and Homeschool Princess Tshirt (ends March 24th).

Today’s giveaway is brought to you by Sense and Sensibility ePatterns. Jennie Chancey offers a wide selection of patterns: Regency, Romantic, Edwardian, Titanic, Swing, and Dolls. These patterns are easy to use and beautiful! She also has ePatterns that you can download instantly!

Sense and Sensibility has donated an ePattern of choice for you to win! You can choose from:

Regency Gown ePattern
Regency Gown Neckline Supplement
Elegant Lady’s Closet
Regency Reticules and Embroidery ePattern
Regency Underthings ePattern
Regency Spencer & Pelisse ePattern
Girls’ Regency Dress ePattern
Girls’ Regency Spencer & Pelisse ePattern
Girls’ Pinafore and Pantaloons ePattern
Romantic Era Dress ePattern
Romantic Blouse ePattern
Girls’ Romantic Dress ePattern
Edwardian Apron ePattern
Girls’ Edwardian Apron ePattern
1909 “Beatrix” Jacket ePattern
1909 “Beatrix” Shirtwaist ePattern
1909 “Beatrix” Skirt ePattern
Edwardian Walking Jacket ePattern
1910s Tea Gown ePattern
1914 Afternoon Dress ePattern
Girls’ 1914 Dress ePattern
1940s “Swing” Dress ePattern

These ePatterns value at $7.95

To enter to win this givewaway:

1. Visit the sponsor’s site, come back to THIS POST and leave a comment about their products.

2. Add the Super Bash icon to your site and comment letting me know.

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For even more chances to win:

3. Announce the giveaway including the giveaway link on: your blog, twitter (@Super_Angel), facebook, stumbleupon, groups,and forums and leave another comment with the link to the announcement.

4. Email your friends. Please CC me (missamanda AT kconline DOT com) on the email and leave a comment so I record how many times you entered.

5. Sign up for my mailing list either via Feedburner, bloglines, or any other feed reader, or through my personal mailing list by requesting to be put on it. My personal mailing list gets special announcements, emails, and notices.

Make sure you LEAVE A COMMENT for everything you do for each giveaway so I know how many entries you have!

This giveaway will end on March 25th, so hurry and enter!
Love, Prayers and Blessings,

©AmandaDixon2009

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THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED!

Here we are entering day five of my Super Blogoversary Giveaway Bash and there are so many awesome giveaways for you to enter: GOV Purity Ring Giveaway Giveaway (ends March 25th), Learn To Crochet DVD (ends TODAY!) and The Word of God Ebooks (ends March 23rd).

Today’s giveaway is brought to you by the Homeschool Boutique. They offer unique Homeschool apparel and accessories.

They know that as a mom, you need quality clothing for yourself and your family. As a homeschooler, you want trendy and attractive homeschooling t-shirts and accessories for an affordable price. Our goals are to provide great-looking homeschooling items at a price that you can afford. Our shirts and accessories are in good taste– we want to show “homeschool spirit” without offending those who have chosen a different path.

I love personally Homeschool Boutique tshirts!

Homeschool Boutique has donated their *BRAND NEW* shirt for my Super Bash: The Homeschool Princess. If you like sparkle and shine you will love this Homeschool Princess T-shirt.  It has lots bling to it!

You can choose from Pink or Black for this tshirt!

The Homeschool Princess tshirt values at $19.99 and is available in many sizes!

To enter to win this givewaway:

1. Visit the sponsor’s site, come back to THIS POST and leave a comment about their products.
2. Add the Super Bash icon to your site and comment letting me know.

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For even more chances to win:

3. Announce the giveaway including the giveaway link on: your blog, twitter (@Super_Angel), facebook, stumbleupon, groups,and forums and leave another comment with the link to the announcement.

4. Email your friends. Please CC me (missamanda AT kconline DOT com) on the email and leave a comment so I record how many times you entered.

5. Sign up for my mailing list either via Feedburner, bloglines, or any other feed reader, or through my personal mailing list by requesting to be put on it. My personal mailing list gets special announcements, emails, and notices.

Make sure you LEAVE A COMMENT for everything you do for each giveaway so I know how many entries you have!

This giveaway will end on March 24th, so hurry and enter!

Love, Prayers and Blessings,

©AmandaDixon2009

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