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WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS

Workshops are arranged below by session; you can also view workshops by speaker or download a printable version.

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WORKSHOPS - THURSDAY, JUNE 11

2 p.m. to 3 p.m.             
FREE! Introduction to Homeschooling ~ Yvonne Bunn
Homeschooling is among the top ten of more than 200 significant trends that will have an impact on future society, says The Trends Journal, world leader in trends analysis and forecasting. If you've wondered what homeschooling is, or who homeschools and why, this fact-filled workshop will give you answers. From the history of homeschooling to the statistical results of the most recent nationwide study, you will receive the information you need to decide if homeschooling is right for you and your family.

3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.         
FREE! How to Begin: What You Really Need to Know ~ Yvonne Bunn
Overwhelmed by friendly advice and tons of information? This informative workshop will help you weed through all the things you've heard and help you focus on what you really need to know for a successful homeschool year: Am I qualified? How do I prepare? Where can I go for help? What things should I never do? What are some secrets of success? And more! Don't miss this opportunity to get off to the right start.

5 p.m. to 6 p.m.   
FREE! Know the Law: Notifying and Testing Demystified ~ Yvonne Bunn
Know your homeschooling rights--don't let the "legalese" confuse you! In this workshop, find out who is required to attend school, what requirements you must meet in order to homeschool, what new test and evaluation options may be used, whom you should notify and when, what to do if you are homeschooling because of your sincere religious beliefs, and what types of records need to be kept. Know your options before you begin!

6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
FREE! Curriculum 101: Options & Opportunities, Potholes & Pitfalls ~ Inge Cannon
The task of selecting the most effective curriculum for your family can seem overwhelming. But it becomes much simpler when you realize that all the available options are tied to one of only six educational approaches. When we add the three priority "commandments" to that understanding, you are well on your way to fulfilling the goals that are most important to you! 

2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.      
Special Convention Feature at No Extra Cost!
Transcript Boot Camp ~ Inge Cannon
Do you have a junior or senior high school student at home? Are you trying to decide whether or not to homeschool through high school? Don't miss this rare opportunity to attend Inge Canon's Transcript Boot Camp, an engaging seminar designed to equip you for preparing your child for graduation. This special three-and-a-half-hour session explores transcripts, record keeping, diplomas, and much, much more! 

Special Resource Offer--Save $11
If you plan to attend the Transcript Boot Camp, you have the option of purchasing a complete syllabus at www.homeschooltranscripts.com. The syllabus is highly recommended, but not required to attend.

Virginia Homeschool Convention attendees receive a $4 discount and FREE shipping when ordering--a savings of $11! Just put "heav25" in the "Special Instructions" section of the order form. The syllabus will NOT be available at the actual workshop. You may also call 317-222-1695 to order.

Transcript Boot Camp Details

WORKSHOPS - FRIDAY, JUNE 12

Keynote A: 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Turning Our Hearts Toward Home ~ Florence Feldman
We work hard to be good parents and want the best for our families. But could we be missing what’s really important? We have good intentions, but then life gets hard and we feel like giving up. Or we get caught in busyness and find ourselves running to and fro. How do we stop running? How do we practically, on a daily basis, “let the Lord build the house”? Come hear a heartfelt message from our convention director of 13 years: You will be touched, challenged, and inspired to set your heart toward home and to focus on what really matters.

Session 1: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Identifying Blocked Learning Gates in Children of All Ages ~ Dianne Craft
This is for your “puzzling child” or teenager who “hates” school. A child may be a reluctant learner for several reasons apart from rebellion. If you have a bright, hard-working child who has to work too hard to learn, he is telling you that one or more of his four learning gates is blocked. This workshop will help you identify which of the learning gates is blocked, and, more importantly, what you can do about it at home! It doesn’t have to be so hard for your child! Download handout.

Why I'm Glad I Homeschooled Through High School ~ Marilyn Boyer
Marilyn Boyer is no stranger to the joys and challenges of raising teenagers. With 11 sons and daughters now having graduated from high school at home, Marilyn shares why she taught them herself from kindergarten through the high school years and why she wouldn't consider doing it any other way. Download handout.

Schooling or Educating: Which Are You Doing? ~ Inge Cannon
Describing the unique benefits available to families who choose to home educate, this session clearly identifies the differences between bringing the traditional classroom into the home and motivating children with a discovery-oriented, interdisciplinary learning approach.

Δ How to Teach Geography in a Way That Has Your Kids Asking for More ~ Geography Matters
Are you encountering geography in your everyday life experiences? You can, and we’ll show you how! Knowing geography’s five themes will help you make this topic come alive in your daily learning activities. Discover creative ways to incorporate games and simple mapping assignments along with using atlases and almanacs. Kids love these kinds of hands-on projects and will want to learn more about the geography of our world.

Δ The Good Reader: Teaching Reading from Birth On ~ Peace Hill Press
This workshop introduces an overall plan for teaching reading to children. It includes the development of good language skills; starting-at-birth-tips on pre-reading instruction; appropriate phonics instruction for ages three, four, five, and older; reviews of a number of phonics programs along with recommendations; beginning reading lists; suggestions for remedial reading; and a discussion on encouraging reluctant readers. Jessie Wise has over thirty years’ experience in reading instruction and has field-tested many of the reading programs now on the market.

Δ Introducing Analytical Grammar ~ Analytical Grammar, Inc.
Robin Finley, the author, will explain how Analytical Grammar differs from other programs on the market. You can teach this important subject, thoroughly and comprehensively, in much less time and with less repetition. This program is recommended in The Well-Trained Mind, Simply Charlotte Mason, and The Old Schoolhouse magazine and has received an “A” rating from Homeschoolingfromtheheart.com.

Δ Let’s Play with Math ~ RightStart Mathematics
Is your goal in teaching math to help your child add, subtract, multiply, and divide fluently? If so, come find out how you can accomplish that and so much more through games, puzzles, and fun. Learn how you can help your children become lifelong lovers of mathematical thinking with RightStart Mathematics.

What Is a Classic, Anyway? Teaching Great Books: The Why and the Wherefore
~ Adam Andrews
In an engaging presentation that is as much class discussion as lecture, Adam involves the audience in a lively debate on the definition of the classic. In the process, listeners are encouraged to consider the moral and ethical nature of reading as well as invited to suggest candidates for a “class list” of all-time great books. This presentation teaches three important tests to apply to any book in order to determine whether it is, in fact, a classic--and suggests some reasons why you should even care. So, what is a classic? No one leaves the lecture hall until the question is decided!

A House Divided Against Itself Cannot Stand--The Dangers of a Divided Mind
~ Sue Becker
God’s word tells us “a double-minded man is unstable and unreliable and uncertain about everything he thinks, feels decides.” (James 1:8 AMP version) Sue Becker will share about the dangers of fear and worry and about how to bring peace to our hearts and homes.

What's a Dad to Do? ~ Rick Boyer
There are plenty of misconceptions about the role of the father in a homeschooling family. Some people think that if he can’t be at home during “school time,” he can’t be involved. Others think his job is to take over some of Mom’s chores in order to free her to spend more time with the children. But scripture gives seven functions of a father in a godly home, and each of these can be applied very practically and powerfully in home education. Enjoy the wisdom and humor of this presentation as Rick answers the question of "What's a Dad to Do?" Download handout.

Small Business for Teenagers ~ Carol Topp, CPA
This workshop covers the basics of keeping records, figuring out profit, and dealing with taxes in a small business. It is geared toward teenage entrepreneurs and small, home-based business owners. Carol Topp, CPA, puts difficult accounting and tax issues into easy-to-understand English. She will explain the basics of a business tax return, business deductions, and the “hidden” tax on the Form 1040. Teenagers earning money and their parents are encouraged to attend together! Download handout.

Overcoming Burnout and Walking in Your Calling to Homeschool ~ Debbie Strayer
Homeschoolers today face many demands, and it is easy to feel that your best just isn’t good enough sometimes. Feeling burned out can happen to the most diligent and dedicated among us. Come to this workshop to find solid scriptural solutions for times of discouragement and practical steps for experiencing hope and peace in your homeschooling life.

Don't Miss the Gift in This Child ~ Carol Barnier
Have you ever heard someone say, “All children are gifts from God,” only to roll your eyes and think, “Ha! They don't know what goes on in my house!” If you don't look for God's gifts, you may be missing some of His best. Come laugh and be encouraged to see just what God had in mind when he designed your child. Learn how to see your child through God's spectacles and how to stay focused on God's vision of your child...not the world's. Download handout.

Toddlers to Train and Still Time to Teach! ~ Kerin Morgan
We really can train our little ones and still have time to teach the older children! Join Kerin as she shares some practical ideas for structuring the days and learning to work together with your children in making each day productive.

Entrepreneurship: Providing for Our Families ~ Wade Myers
Why be an entrepreneur? What does the Bible say about providing for our families? Come listen as Wade Myers lays out a compelling case based upon the patterns, principles, and precepts of scripture for men to be independent, entrepreneurial providers for their families.

Δ Apprentice School ~ The Apprentice School
The Apprentice School of Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding offers four- and five-year, tuition-free apprenticeships in 23 occupations to qualified men and women. Apprentices work a regular 40-hour week and are paid for all work, including time spent in academic classes. Northrop Grumman, a leader in the construction and maintenance of U.S. Naval ships, is a vast industrial manufacturing complex located in Newport News and the largest private employer in the state of Virginia. The school’s recruiter will discuss admission requirements, employment benefits, continuing educational and training opportunities, accreditation, and a wide variety of continuous employment avenues.

Δ Creativity: More Than Just a Pretty Picture ~ Moving Beyond the Page
An orderly and unimaginative homeschool environment can produce compliant, disciplined children. However, without creativity, we will fail to nurture the problem- solvers and innovators of the future. Creativity is much more than being able to draw a pretty picture. In this session, we will look at the importance of creativity and will explore fun and exciting ways to develop a creative homeschool environment. If you homeschool a creative child, we will provide you with some important tools to encourage this creative potential.

Δ Building Character and Strong Work Ethics in Your Children ~ Lifetime Books and Gifts
Have you ever wondered how to teach your children to enjoy work and be responsible? Be encouraged with biblical principles and practical tips to give you a successful outcome. It will be no surprise to find out why this couple has been praised by others for having hard-working children with “the best work ethics ever seen.”

Finding Hope in the Valleys of Life ~ Steve Demme
This workshop is Steve’s testimony of the last twenty years as the father of a child with special needs. He shares what his family has learned as a result of Johnny’s disability and describes the special, rewarding, and joyful role he has played in their lives. Even in the difficult experiences of life, God has proved faithful. His grace sustained them and brought good out of their struggles and disappointments. Download handout.

Δ Exhibitor Workshops

Session 2: 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
IQ: Can It Be Changed? ~ Dianne Craft
For decades, conventional wisdom said that one’s IQ cannot be changed. Now, with the knowledge of “neuroplasticity,” it has been found that there are established ways to change an IQ. Some of those ways are music, specific movements, and “superfeeding.” There is much documentation of an increase of 15 points in a person’s IQ using these methods. This fascinating workshop shows you how to help everyone in your family feel smarter!

The Hunters and the Hunted ~ Mike Snavely
“...the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse.” Romans 1:20 (KJV)

Nature tells us that there indeed was a designer, and the Bible tells us what that Creator wants us to know about Him.

In this workshop, we’ll look briefly at the concept of design versus accident, and we’ll consider the amazing truths about instinct. Furthermore, the size of each creature on earth relative to everything else speaks volumes! You will also see a world-wide “safari”--a fascinating PowerPoint program showing incredible animals from around the world and how they “hide” and deceive each other. Truly, we are without excuse if we cannot see the handiwork of God in nature!

Homeschooling--Educating for Eternity: Clarifying Your Vision and Passing It on to Your Children  ~ Rick & Marilyn Boyer
We all want our children to catch the vision for God and grow up to serve Him. But how do we begin? Rick and Marilyn Boyer, home education pioneers of thirty years, believe the Bible contains the best plan for the upbringing of wise and competent children. Seeking wisdom from God's Word and applying it to their lives, they have trained their fourteen sons and daughters, some of whom are now parents and passing on the vision to their own children. Come hear Rick--with help from Marilyn and some of their six adult children--explain the scriptural method for passing on a vision of powerful Christian living from generation to generation through family discipleship. Download handout.

Δ Identifying and Avoiding the Trouble Spots in Math ~ VideoText Interactive Homeschool Math
Join Tom Clark, founder of VideoText Interactive and author of Algebra: A Complete Course and Geometry: A Complete Course, as he offers an entertaining and educational session designed to help you discover the reasons behind the apparent difficulty of several of the traditional trouble spots in math. Topics discussed will be determined by the audience and may include division of fractions, multiplication of decimals (using those mindless rules), long-division, story-problems, positive and negative numbers, and numerous others.

Δ ADHD Vs. Kinesthetic Learner: Living Happily with Your Child ~ Rocket Phonics
Know someone who moves too much or doesn’t seem to pay attention? This is the workshop for you. Identify the ADHD child vs. kinesthetic learner--and get appropriate tools for both. You’ll receive coping skills, resources, and techniques that will enable you to understand your child’s heart/mind and experience dramatic improvement in your homeschool. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, and you’ll develop a deeper understanding. Stephen Guffanti, MD, offers hope for the future and solutions for today.

Δ Raising Godly Young Men of Purpose ~ Alert Academy
Young men without purpose pose great challenges for parents. However, young men of purpose bring great joy and accomplish much for the Lord and His kingdom. This workshop will share tips and tools to successfully parent young men to maturity.

Δ Breathing Life into Your Language Arts ~ Total Language Plus
Great literature CAN provide the motivation to learn language arts. While your 3rd- through 12th-grade student reads novels they love, they can develop stronger comprehension, vocabulary, spelling, grammar, writing, and critical thinking skills. Total Language Plus can bring fresh air to your language-arts program.

Teaching the Classics from Seuss to Socrates--Literary Analysis for Everyone ~ Adam Andrews
Does the subject of literature seem like a mystery? Are you at a loss about how to understand it yourself, much less teach it to your kids? This inspiring lecture demonstrates that everything you need to know about understanding and teaching literature is present in your second grader’s bedtime story. Adam reads a classic children’s story out loud to begin the presentation and then leads the audience into a discussion of eternal literary themes. Along the way, he shows how you can do the same at home by following five simple steps. Your literature curriculum--to say nothing of family story time--will come alive automatically. You’ll never put the kids to bed the same way again!

Healthy Eating Simplified - Part 1 ~ Sue Becker
Healthful eating does not need to be complicated or expensive. Incorporating simple changes, one at a time, with healthful foods that taste good, will make the whole family happy and healthy. Sue’s seven basic principles are easy to incorporate into even the busiest lifestyle. A complete presentation of material is presented in Part One, with application of principles presented in Part Two. Since each session presents new material, attending both sessions is encouraged, but not required.

Get a Jump Start on College: Make Those Teen Years Count! ~ Janice Campbell
College at home is becoming an increasingly attractive option for homeschooled teens (and sometimes parents as well). This workshop will explore the financial, intellectual, and social advantages of earning college credit while in high school; the top three ways to earn credit; the reason why getting a jump start on college is an automatic credibility clincher for your high school transcript; and ways you can help your teen study for college-level exams. The "jump start" strategies you'll take home from this life-changing workshop can save you thousands of dollars!

Having Our Father's Eyes and Heart Towards Our Kids ~ Kerin Morgan
Have you ever looked at your kids and wondered where their choices came from? Have you struggled with their preferences and taken their folly personally? Have you considered that perhaps your children and their unique tastes and choices are actually tools the Father has allowed to teach you to love as He does and see them as He does? Join Kerin as she shares how God has used each child's uniqueness to grow her faith and help her embrace these challenges as blessings.

Why and How You Should Teach Your Children Etiquette ~ Inge Cannon
When you think of “etiquette,” do your thoughts focus on privilege or panic? Nothing in life can create privilege and eliminate panic more quickly than the comfortable practice of basic etiquette. Learning the proprieties of life that can bring “a man before kings” is a vital part of character training for every adult and child. (See Proverbs 22:29 and Daniel 1:4.) This workshop offers parents several suggestions for accomplishing that goal.

The Family That Stays Together Stays Together ~ Steve Demme
In this encouraging workshop, Steve relates the positive experiences he and his wife have experienced raising their four sons. With plenty of humorous illustrations, Steve shares tried-and-proven suggestions that have enhanced their family life. With God’s help, he is convinced there is hope for the family in the 21st century. Download handout.

The Logic Stage: Where Great Minds Don’t Think Alike! ~ Doreen Morgan
Does it seem like your pre-teens and teens are beginning to “argue” often? Do you begin to “argue back,” thinking your child is just getting out of line or needs a “good talking to”? He seems to be challenging everything. No, you are not the only mom sitting bewildered and wondering where your sweet little boy or girl went. Your child has just entered the Logic Stage of his educational process. Your child needs to be taught how to make an appeal and how to reason. He needs a class on “logic.”

Join Doreen as she breaks down the fundamentals of how logic can be taught and why it is so important. See how critical thinking will strengthen your child academically and, more importantly, teach him to defend why he believes what he believes.

From Start to Finish: Building a Successful Family-Based Business ~ Wade Myers
Get the information you need for your family business! Wade offers a clear, step-by-step approach to building a business (including how to define success, generate ideas, and evaluate ideas), launching your business, growing your business, and even preparing to sell your business!

Δ Classical Education Made Doable ~ Classical Conversations
Throughout American history, sixteen-year-olds successfully taught multiple grades and multiple subjects, so why do we struggle at home with three students? Learn their secrets in this overview of classical education. Classical Conversation Foundations Program for grades K4-6, Essentials Program for grades 3-6, and Challenge Program for grades 7-12 will be presented.

Δ Raising Kids Who Love to Learn ~ Sonlight Curriculum
Success in education is best measured by a love of learning. But how do you create students who love to learn? By inspiring them with great literature, biographies, and living books! Come to this workshop and learn from a 15-year homeschool veteran how to use Sonlight Curriculum to create eager learners. Award-winning Sonlight builds family bonds, equips students to think, and inspires a passion for God. Even better, Sonlight does all the work for you so you can spend your time with your family rather than planning and hunting resources!
 
Δ Planning for High School and Beyond ~ University of Nebraska Independent Study High School
Look ahead to college admission requirements and develop a plan for high school. Learn about homeschooling with online/print high school courses from the University of Nebraska Independent Study High School.

Leaders Need Answers, Too! ~ Facilitated by Yvonne Bunn
As a leader, have you ever wondered how other groups work or what kinds of things they do? Do you need to find creative solutions to problems in your group? Are you looking for fresh ideas? Are you feeling burned out and need help? If so, this is your opportunity to find encouragement and answers from leaders like Jessica Hulcy, Carol Barnier, Carol Topp, and Debbie Strayer--leaders who have faced similar challenges! Whether you're the field-trip chairman, the treasurer, the e-group moderator, or the president of a support group, this Q & A panel will provide you with a forum for discussing the things that concern you most. This is your opportunity to ask experienced leaders for their wisdom and godly counsel concerning support group issues that are important to YOU!

Δ Exhibitor Workshops

Session 3: 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Chemistry of Dyslexia, ADD, and SI ~ Dianne Craft
We may not have liked chemistry in high school, but we are interested in how it affects our children! Studies have shown that there is a specific chemical imbalance that contributes to learning and behavior difficulties. Children respond so quickly to targeted, specific chemical changes that are possible for you to implement at home through food and nutritional supplements. Download handout.

Aunt Lucy? ~ Mike Snavely
There are no scientific laboratory models that indicate Darwinian evolution has ever occurred, or that it is even possible. Therefore, the only other source that could possibly verify the theory would be the fossil record--literally, solid evidence! For the fossil record to validate Darwinian evolution, we would have to find fossils of transitional forms; that is, fossils indicating a creature that is perhaps half-evolved from one kind into another kind. And there should be countless examples of them if this process has been going on for billions of years! After all the dust settles, there are only a handful that can even be considered as “candidates.” In this session, we’ll consider (with a degree of humor) some of the “evidence” methods and the bias that produces the fables of hominids and pre-human cavemen.

Rekindling the Fire of the Founders ~ Marilyn Boyer
Their lives, their fortunes, their sacred honor! America's Founding Fathers were willing to sacrifice everything in order to give to their posterity "one nation under God." Two centuries later, America and her leaders seem to have wandered astray from the biblical principles on which our nation was founded. Come listen as historical writer Marilyn Boyer, author of For You They Signed, points the way back to the principles that made America great. Teach your children to put God first in their lives and reclaim our country's future by embracing the glory of her past! Download handout.

Δ Hands-On Science for Grades 5-12 ~ Beginnings Publishing House, Inc.
Creation-based science designed for homeschoolers in grades 5-12. This program allows students to work independently, fits into busy schedules, and includes all lab supplies and equipment.

Δ Raising an Army of Chivalrous Christian Soldiers ~ The Army of Chivalrous Christian Soldiers
Four homeschool graduates share a passion for equipping families to live out God’s design for Christ-like, sacrificial, chivalrous service and leadership. They develop this through exploring and  appreciating  God’s Providential Hand in the history of our Republic using a living-history presentation.

Δ Teaching Everyone Together: Build Family and Stay Sane ~ KONOS Curriculum
Homeschooling is so much more than just the 3 R’s. Homeschooling is an exciting opportunity to build strong family ties, nurture godly character in our children, and grow in grace and wisdom as a parent. KONOS was designed by two educators who began homeschooling their sons in the early 80’s with those very goals in mind. In this workshop, you’ll learn how each part of KONOS helps your family learn together with strong academic content, great literature, memorable experiences, and critical thinking skills for all ages.

Δ Help for the Teenager Who Wants to Drive ~ National Driver Training Institute
Getting adequate driver training can be a daunting task, especially since passing this subject could be the difference between life and death. Understanding the do's and the don'ts will keep everyone safe and will allow you and your teen to have fun! Join us as we share the process of teaching this important skill to your teenager. We'll begin with pre-parking lot skills, move to the parking lot, progress to the interstates, and end with driving in unfamiliar places in a hard rain.        

Wanna Be a WAHM? The Pitfalls and Possibilities of Being a Work at Home Mom ~ Carol Topp, CPA
More and more homeschool mothers are becoming WAHMs (Work At Home Mothers). In this workshop, homeschooling mother and WAHM herself, Carol Topp, CPA, will discuss how to start a home-based business, avoiding WAHM scams, and balance homeschooling and working. She knows how since she’s been doing it for eight years!  Carol helps small, home-based businesses get off the ground, and she’ll offer her professional knowledge and personal experience on being a WAHM in this helpful workshop. Download handout.

Healthy Eating Simplified - Part 2 ~ Sue Becker
Sue Becker will present practical application of the Healthy Eating Simplified principles, covering such topics as the economics of healthful eating, meal planning and ideas, picky eaters, childhood obesity and nutrition, other health issues, and more. Sue will endeavor to answer your questions and dispel the myths and confusion concerning healthful eating. Note: Though Part Two builds on the information presented in Part One, one does not have to attend Part One to benefit from Part Two.

Things I Wish I'd Known - A Session for Teens ~ Rick Boyer
Growing up has never been easy, and today it is harder than ever before. In fact, America leads the world in teen suicide! But guidance from those who have been through it is as useful as the services of a wilderness guide. In this talk, Rick Boyer looks at the teen years from the "other side" and shares how God's principles give vision and victory for the young person who wants to be more than ordinary! Download handout.

Spinning out of Control? The Merry-Go-Round of Busyness ~ Kerin Morgan
Does life feel like a merry-go-round that is spinning so fast you can not jump off? Do you find yourself regularly using "I am so busy" to explain your life? Does one day blur into another, leaving no clear sense of accomplishment at the end of the year? Kerin will share the joys and pains of learning to say "no" and of simplifying life so we can gain some control of the merry-go-round of life.  

Exploring Courtship: Finding a Mate in Treacherous Times ~ Robert Andrews
How did we get where we are in the mate selection game? Is there a more biblical way to approach finding a mate? Join Robert as he summarizes the history of dating and its effects, both on the individual and the culture, and proposes a more biblical alternative that recognizes the necessity for many personal variations. This workshop emphasizes a broad biblical principle of the parent-child relationship rather than giving a rigid courtship model. Download handout.

If I'm Diapering a Watermelon, Then Where'd I Leave the Baby? ~ Carol Barnier
Why do we start for the kitchen to get a drink for a child, get sidetracked by a paperclip on the floor, and end up weeding in the garden with no idea why our child is still thirsty? Why do library books constantly disappear into black holes in our homes, never to be seen again...at least not before the fines add up? Why do we have 25 projects started in our day with only two or three ever being finished? As a self-proclaimed "Gloriously Unregimented Mom," Carol shares stories and strategies from the heart (and from the trenches!) about a home run by a highly distractible mom. She brings to light the many "truths" distractible moms must own if ever they are to develop strategies that work. Best of all, Carol shares her firm conviction that the highly distractible mom has a real and God-given edge over the naturally organized mom. Come and learn and laugh as you find REAL help for the highly distractible mom. Download handout.

Let Them Have Play-Doh! ~ Tammy Duby
Your friend just spent a chunk of change on preschool curriculum. You should too, right? Just when you were thinking maybe your curriculum could be, well….real life. Which should a sensible mother choose: mathematics or mud pies, Persian Wars or pots and pans, phonics flash cards or finger paints? Let’s sort through the pros and cons of academic and play-based preschool programs, and see what kids need most.

Finance Your Business--Without Going into Debt  ~ Wade Myers
Wondering how to get your business off the ground? How to get started without going into debt or venture capital? Come learn the basics of capital-raising terminology, the reasons capital is important, the traditional methods of raising capital, and several creative strategies to finance a business!

Δ Bringing Back the Victory Garden in Your City Backyard ~ Days of Old Herb Farm
The Victory Gardens of WWI and II were a result of patriotic duty felt by the free world. During those challenging times, Americans devoted even the smallest parcel of land to providing as much food as possible for their families. Today, there is a renewed need to maximize our God-given resources. Urban agrarian planner George Lansing will teach the basic steps of growing a vegetable garden and introduce the concept of the “Victory Egg Garden.” His concept is the ideal way for the suburban family with a small yard to recapture the noble vision of maintaining a frugal, efficient, and rewarding lifestyle. With this garden, your family can utilize a hoe, a shovel, and simple table scraps to provide eggs and vegetables while gaining valuable physical and spiritual benefits of recapturing the work ethic and agrarian vision of our Christian ancestors.

Δ Take the Groan out of Writing ~ Excellence in Writing
Do writing assignments bring tears? Come learn a method of teaching writing guaranteed to be fun as well as effective. You’ll be surprised how easy it is to teach writing.

Δ Math-U-See--Math You Can Understand! ~ Math-U-See
See how teaching for mastery and learning math by using concrete manipulatives can be fun and easy. This affordable, award-winning, multi-sensory K-12 math program is user-friendly and appropriate for all learning styles.

From Homeschool to College: What Parents and Students Need to Know to Make the Right Decisions About Higher Education ~ Jonathan Brush
This presentation will teach parents and students how to ask the right questions and make the right decisions about higher education. Topics covered will include whether or not to go to college, perceptions institutions of higher education have towards homeschooling, common myths about attending college, and successful navigation of the college admissions process.

Δ Exhibitor Workshops

Keynote B: 4:30-6:30 PM
Education and Worldview: How Education Affects Worldview, and What That Means for Your Child  ~ Voddie Baucham
Jesus said that the student is not above his teacher, but everyone, when he is fully trained, will be like his teacher; therefore, education is discipleship. This not only has implications for where our children are educated, but also dictates how our children will be educated. In this session, we will see the spiritual devastation wrought by Christ-less education and the pitfalls we must avoid if we want to stem the tide.  

WORKSHOPS - SATURDAY, JUNE 13

Keynote C: 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
 Cultural War  ~ Voddie Baucham
How do we analyze culture from a biblical perspective? The Bible commands us to always be ready to give a defense for what we believe. This includes not only what we believe about our salvation, but also what we believe about the cultural implications of the Gospel. In this session, we will examine several crucial cultural issues and learn how to respond in a winsome, cogent, biblical manner.

Session 4: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Hidden Allergies: Impact on Learning ~ Dianne Craft                         
If you have a child who knows the material one day, but forgets it the next, appears lazy or unmotivated, can’t remained focused, makes reversals, or has dark circles under his eyes, you may very likely have a child who is suffering from a hidden allergy. Some parents have reported a two-year growth in reading skills, besides better focusing and mood control, just by removing the allergen and boosting the child’s immune system. Parents have said that this can be “life changing.” Download handout.

Budget Is a Dirty Word: Money Management for Those Who Hate to Manage Money ~ Carol Topp, CPA
This workshop covers how to plan your spending to fit your priorities, how to set up your finances to run automatically, how to know if you are in financial trouble, and how to get out of debt successfully. Scriptures and biblical concepts are sprinkled in, but it's not a Bible study on finances. The class is practical and lively with group participation. Download handout.

You Can Farm: The Entrepreneur's Plan to Start and Succeed in a Farming Business ~ Joel Salatin
As more people opt out of industrial food, the opportunity for creation-nurturing local foods continues to escalate. What are the 10 best picks? The 10 worst picks? How do you get land, customers, and infrastructure? Regardless of the economy, people still need to eat. Jefferson's educated agrarian is still a noble and sacred vocation. This workshop is based on Salatin's book by the same title.

Δ Family Lifestyle Learning ~ Math on the Level
Have you heard of Math on the Level? It’s the new homeschool math curriculum that will change how you view math instruction. Instead of the typical one-size-fits-all approach, it equips you to teach math through real-life activities at a pace that matches each child’s maturation and ability. Come learn how Math on the Level’s 5-A-Day approach makes math fun for the whole family and effective for each individual.

Δ First Language Lessons: Laying an Excellent Foundation in the Early Years ~ The Bookstore for the Well-Trained Mind
Jessie believes we underestimate what young children are capable of learning. She shows how to teach the proper use of the English language by combining simple rules with continued “real life” use. She discusses child-friendly ways to teach children to memorize poetry and definitions of parts of speech. Capitalization and punctuation are taught in the context of real-life experiences. Oral exercises are used to introduce correct usage. Jessie shows the parent/teacher how to use copying, narration, and dictation in teaching language arts.

Δ A God-Focused Approach to Teaching Bible ~ Positive Action
With the overwhelming demands on you as a homeschool parent, how can you best use your God-given opportunity to encourage your children in a passionate relationship with God? Is the product of your Bible curriculum children that know, see, love, and serve God wholly, or are they merely leaning facts and generally behaving well? This workshop will equip you to teach with an intentional God-focus that will magnify the majesty of God. As your children see the character and works of God in His Word, they will be challenged to develop a relationship with Him that transcends academic knowledge and behavioral modification.

Δ Effective Management Strategies for Homeschool Groups ~ Homeschool-Life.com
Learn how to decrease time spent managing your group by delegating tasks and creating opportunities of service; finding an easy way to manage membership lists, newsletter distribution, group calendars, and field trip signups; incorporating Pay Pal; and more. Let us show you how to build a secure website and set up a Yahoo alternative for homeschool groups and co-ops, taking your group to a whole new level of leadership in HALF the time! Find out how hundreds of groups across America manage with our tools! Group leaders, don’t miss this one!

Biblical Manhood: What He Must Be According to Scripture (For Men Only--Sons Are Welcome!) ~ Voddie Baucham
The Bible has much to say about manhood. Unfortunately, what we learn from culture, our families, and sometimes even the church doesn’t line up with what the Bible teaches. In this session, we will examine key biblical texts that will help us think differently about what it means to be a man and what it means to raise sons to manhood.

Paying for College: Strategies for Graduating Debt-Free ~ Janice Campbell
Did you know it's possible for many students to graduate from college--even a high-quality private college--debt-free or close to it? Most students can find financial aid that fits within their values and meets long-term goals. In this workshop, you will learn strategies that make college a practical possibility for anyone whose career plans demand a degree. You will leave with basic facts and a list of the resources you can use to begin planning for a debt-free college experience.

Literary Keys: Unlocking the Meaning of Classic Books ~ Adam Andrews
Do you know the difference between setting and context? Come listen to the story of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and his famous poem and discover the power of these two ideas to deepen your understanding of the books you read. Based on the idea that every book is product of a certain time and place, Adam presents these details as important keys for unlocking the meaning and significance of any work of literature. Even if you’ve read the poem a thousand times, you might come away with a new perspective--and a new vision for your work as a teacher.

Slaying Lions and Honoring Parents ~ Steve Demme
Through examining the life of Isaac and David, Steve gleans helpful insights into the battles facing young people today. This workshop will clarify the issues and encourage our youth to stand strong in their faith. All scripture is inspired and profitable for Christians of all ages, and in all ages. Download handout.

Gaining Confidence to Teach ~ Debbie Strayer
Whether you are a newcomer to homeschooling or a veteran of many years, this talk will encourage and refresh you. Debbie Strayer speaks with humor and honesty about the homeschooling life and the confidence available to all who feel called to homeschool.

A Prodigal Speaks Out ~ Carol Barnier
Do you have a child who is doubting his faith? Or perhaps a daughter who has rejected your beliefs completely? Are you convinced you’ve failed...and the state of this child’s heart is weighing heavily on you and your spouse? Come and listen to Carol share her own journey away from her faith and back again after 13 years as an atheist. She’ll share thoughts and views from inside the mind of a lost child. You’ll learn the best thing you can do for this child and for yourself. Come find an understanding heart that hurts and rejoices along with your own. Download handout.

Toddlers and Preschoolers (Ages 2-5) ~ Inge Cannon
Offering vital advice for these formative years, Inge's suggestions cover a wide spectrum: how to increase a toddler's attention span, which teaching methods to use and avoid, how to help prevent illness, how to encourage and channel creative tendencies, how to achieve effective character training and develop a body of preschool knowledge, how to use "devotional living" to develop spiritual understanding, and much more.

Before You Launch: The 50 Most Important Things You Need to Know ~ Wade Myers
How do you evaluate business ideas to know which ones to pursue and which ones to discard? How do you sort out ideas before you invest a lot of time and money into them? Come listen as Wade shares the fifty most important business evaluation criteria you need to know. You’ll learn how you can quickly size up any business idea!

Δ Organizing Your Home from the Heart ~ Accountable Kids
Do you feel overwhelmed, overworked, and understaffed? Parents have unique gifts to give their children, yet precious time is often used up in the chaos of day-to-day living. Learn how to organize your home with a simple, back-to-basics approach. You will gain techniques for working together as a family, enabling you to maximize your time and effort. Discover the inner peace that comes with organizing your life, home, and priorities.

Δ SAT Preparation for Christian Students ~ For Such a Time as This
The SAT is notoriously difficult to prepare for, yet the discipline of study and preparation for this exam affords our teens an opportunity to learn to persevere and overcome obstacles. This workshop will address how to best help our teens intellectually and spiritually through this challenging experience.

A New Season to Cherish: Unmarried Adult Children at Home--or Close to Home!
~ Kerin Morgan
Do you find yourself in a season you had not planned on? Did you think those children might be married by now? Do you wonder how you can give them the freedom to be independent yet still under your protective care (or roof)? Is there much a mother and father can cherish during this season of daughters and sons being single to the glory of God? Join Kerin as she shares what she has learned and is learning in faith and contentment in this unexpected season of life.

Δ Do Not Eat the Bread of Idleness ~ The Bread Beckers, Inc.
We all diligently seek the Lord’s help to train our children in the way they should go. How can this generation effectively serve our Lord Jesus wholeheartedly if they are sick, drug dependent, or dying from common diseases that plague these United States? This workshop will present basic nutritional information on how to greatly reduce the risk of these common diseases by focusing on the importance of returning to God’s perfect provision for our food and health, highlighting references from the books of Matthew, Exodus, Proverbs, Isaiah, and Psalms.

Session 5: 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Brain Re-training to Remove Learning Glitches ~Dianne Craft
This may be the most important workshop you will attend for your child! You will be shown the powerful once a week, individual brain repatterning Dianne used for 17 years in her Resource Room to reduce the effect of learning glitches in her students. This is what she used to get a two-year growth in reading and writing skills in a year for her students! You can greatly reduce your child’s processing problems, whether they are visual, auditory, or writing, using only 20 minutes a day. You can save much money by learning how to do this therapy at home to remove your child’s learning blocks. It often can replace vision therapy visits. Download handout.

Δ Learn Movie Making with Stop Motion Animation! ~ NR Productions
Learn how to make a short animated film from start to finish. We’ll cover sets, star boarding, lighting, sound, shooting, editing, and showing your film to the world!

Working with Your Kids so They Will Want to Work with You ~ Joel Salatin
Perseverance, faithfulness, enthusiasm--parents establish lifelong work character in
and around the home. Specific techniques can make the child-parent work environment either positive or negative. Task-oriented rather than time-oriented requirements can make all the difference. This workshop is based on Salatin's 10 Commandments for Making Kids Love the Farm, first articulated in his book Family Friendly Farming.

Δ “Teaching” the Junior and Senior High Sciences at Home ~ Apologia
This seminar explains how any parent can help his or her children learn science at the upper levels. By the time a homeschooled student reaches high school, both the student and the parent should be able to learn by reading. Therefore, we encourage the parent to learn the subject right along with the student. This session provides study timelines for both the science-oriented and the non-science-oriented student along with an overview of  the mathematical skills needed in order to maintain the proposed timeline.

Δ Transitions: Childhood to Adolescence to Adulthood  ~ Daughters 4 God
As your child grows and changes, so does your relationship. How can you build a strong foundation? How do you know what is important at each stage? Using scripture and personal experiences, Harold and Joy give parents practical suggestions to build a relationship to endure the stages and transitions of life.

Is Your Homeschool Group Ready for the Next Step? Becoming a 501c3 Tax-Exempt Organization ~ Carol Topp, CPA
Many homeschool organizations are asking, “Should we consider becoming a tax-exempt organization? What are the benefits? What are the costs? Do we need it? Is it worth it?” Becoming a formally recognized not-for-profit organization (known as “501c3” or being “tax exempt” according to the IRS) is a tough decision. Presenter Carol Topp (www.HomeschoolCPA.com), a homeschooling mother and CPA, has helped homeschool organizations obtain tax-exempt status. She will discuss the pros and cons of 501c3 status and offer tips, helpful resources, and checklists. Download handout.

Δ Decoding the Classics: How to Read, Enjoy, and Teach Great Literature ~ Everyday Education
Have you always wanted to read the classics, but didn't know where to begin? The "Great Books" are wonderful reading and well worth the effort it takes to understand them. In this inspiring workshop, you'll learn the basics of how to approach challenging reading assignments, how to use context materials to bring unfamiliar settings to life, how to discern an author's worldview, and how to help your high school students develop the kind of analytical reading skills they will need in college. A handout will provide a suggested reading list for high school students.

The Top 12 Opportunities and Obligations Parents Have in Mentoring Their Teens ~ Inge Cannon
By dictionary definition, a mentor is "a trusted counselor or guide; a tutor or coach." The commitment to homeschool during the teen years brings several opportunities and obligations to parents. This workshop outlines these and offers suggestions for resources to help you become the best mentor you child will ever know.

The Puzzle of the Grand Canyon ~ Mike Snavely
The Grand Canyon of Arizona is one of those unique places in the world that is truly breathtaking. Awestruck visitors often express the fascination as a question: "How did this happen?!"

How, indeed! The formation of the canyon has puzzled mankind for years. But, thanks to the research of Dr. Walter Brown, logical pieces to the puzzle have been discovered in the general area and right at the canyon itself. The formation of the Grand Canyon was one of many post-flood incidents that have reshaped the earth since the end of the great deluge as the earth groaned and shuddered under the weight of judgment from Almighty God! 

Come see the sequence of events that logically indicate that the Grand Canyon (indeed most of the surrounding region) was formed--catastrophically--in just months.

Getting It All Done ~ Marilyn Boyer
Have you ever felt overwhelmed with the demands of parenting? Life is certainly a challenge for parents, especially those who accept the added responsibility of home education. But there are ways to make life easier and more productive, and this workshop discusses some of those ways. Marilyn Boyer, mother of 14 children and a veteran home educator with 27 years of experience, shares her techniques for accomplishing a mammoth amount of housework while giving her children a superior education at the same time. Download handout.

Understanding Teaching and Learning Styles ~ Debbie Strayer
Our goal as homeschoolers is to teach as effectively as possible, so it can be stressful when the lessons we teach aren’t understood, or when our children seem frustrated. Come to this workshop to learn how to overcome obstacles that may limit your ability to teach and your children’s ability to understand. Shared with humor and honesty, Debbie will provide tips that can help your children achieve their greatest learning success.

HELP! How Do I Teach This Highly Distractible Child - Part 1 ~ Carol Barnier
Can a simple 20-minute lesson drag into two hours? Does your little wiggler seem to fall out of his chair a great deal? Is he distracted by things others don’t even notice? Find out what you must change for this child to stay on task and learn. Instead of trying to make this child learn like most others, find the key that unlocks learning for the highly distractible child. We’ll cover how to put motion into learning, make math fun (no, really!), and make learning experiences that cement your child’s understanding of science, history, and language. In other words, come and learn practical tips that you can start using Monday morning. (Best for pre-K through grade 6.)
 
Parenting - Mission Impossible: If You Choose to Accept It (and You Have!)
~ Robert Andrews
For the Christian, the difficult task of parenting is not subject to the latest psychological fads presented on Oprah or the current New York Times best seller on the subject. It is firmly anchored on what the Bible says, and the Bible is not silent on the topic! In this session, Robert presents some basics that parents must first grasp and then apply with firmness and compassion, rather than harshness and leniency, if they are to be successful in the task God has put before them. Download handout.

Before You Launch: Evaluate a Real Idea ~ Wade Myers
Follow along in this interactive session as Wade Myers takes one audience member's business idea and helps him evaluate it for the benefit of all attendees. See hands-on how to evaluate a business idea and gain insight for evaluating your own ideas!

Δ Combining Classical Education, Charlotte Mason, and Unit Studies with a Christian Perspective ~ My Father’s World
The myriad of homeschool choices can be overwhelming like interstates, highways, back roads, and scenic routes. There are so many ways and opinions--how can one navigate through it all and still homeschool effectively? Why not blend the best of each method? Instill Christian values while integrating great literature, chronological history, geography, hands-on activities, notebooks and timelines, narration, study of Greek and Latin roots, nature studies, and more. Enjoy short, well-planned lessons in the morning with time to pursue individual interests in the afternoon.

Δ Coaching Teens Toward Better Writing ~ WriteAtHome.com
Nothing is tougher to teach than writing. Students need more than a red-pen-wielding evaluator; they need a mentor, a partner, a coach. This workshop reveals the WriteAtHome method for successful writing coaching. Not just a WriteAtHome infomercial, this workshop will entertain and equip parents hoping to improve their children’s writing skills.

Financial Aid: A Road Map to Get You Through the Wilderness ~ Lee Andes
With the many layers of federal, state, and institutional programs and regulations involved, the financial aid process can be confusing even to financial-aid professionals, let alone parents and students entering the process for the first time! While the specific answers may vary by institution, Lee Andes provides a "road map" designed to help parents and students navigate the process successfully. He will also review the recent legislative changes to state financial aid specifically affecting homeschool students.

Lap Books™ Across the Curriculum ~ Tammy Duby
This is a hands-on-class! I’ll bring the scissors, glue, and paper and will teach you how to help your students make timeless teaching aids that will integrate reading and writing, math and science, map and globe skills, and critical thinking. Textbookers and Unit Studiers alike find these foldables easy to make and a joy to use. Stimulate creativity while putting the responsibility for learning on the student. Let’s get busy! Download handout.

Δ Exhibitor Workshops

Session 6: 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Graduation Address: Altitude or Attitude ~ Steve Demme

Right-Brain Math ~ Dianne Craft 
For some children, math is a monster! They hate it and always feel dumb when doing it. That is because math is almost always taught in a left-brain manner--but you can teach it in a right-brain manner. In this workshop, you will learn how to help your child finally store both the math facts and math processes in his long-term memory. No curriculum to purchase…just fast, effective, right-brain strategies to use at home to reduce math frustration and tears! Download handout.

Teaching Character Through History ~ Rick Boyer
Perhaps the most important way in which children learn good character is through the example of others. Fortunately for American parents, our history is replete with people who were models of both brilliance and virtue. Rick Boyer discusses how to use the lives of giants in American history to motivate your children to aspire to greatness. Download handout.

Turn Your Home and Yard into a Profit Center ~ Joel Salatin
Since the industrial revolution, the home has become a pit stop between everything important in life rather than being the focal point of family life, enterprise, and vocation. Viewing the potential for income savings and/or income generation in a house and yard re-creates the historical significance of the home. Whether the need is to replace an income, generate a new income, or save enough expenses to displace an income, the house and yard offer multiple opportunities to lend a hand.

Δ How to Teach Latin When You Don’t Know It! ~ Latin in the Christian Trivium
You probably know that 60-70% of English words are derived from Latin. Does this ancient language seem to be too hard to teach? In this seminar, you will find out the reasons for teaching Latin along with the best method. But more than that, you will actually translate a short story yourselves! Yes, you can do this!

Δ Writing Made Simple and Shoe Tying ~ Junction of Function, Inc.
This workshop will explain how to task analyze and to teach to all “learning styles.” How we present the information to our children is key! We’ll review letter/numeral formations and show a method of tying that caters to “all” learning styles!

How to Start and Manage a Homeschool Organization: Boards, Budgets, and Bylaws  ~ Carol Topp, CPA
As the homeschooling movement grows, so do support groups and homeschool co-ops. This means more organization is needed to handle larger memberships, more money, and special programs. Many homeschool groups find themselves needing to formalize their groups with bylaws and boards of directors. Carol Topp, owner of HomeschoolCPA.com, will discuss boards, budgets, and bylaws in this helpful workshop for group leaders and board members. Download handout.

Taking Your Faith to College ~ Jonathan Brush
College is an invigorating environment of competing ideas, but how will your Christian worldview fare in the competition, especially if the sides are uneven? Come learn about how different kinds of colleges offer different worldviews and how a Christian homeschool student can prepare for challenges in and out of the classroom.

Obedience from the Heart ~ Marilyn Boyer
Nothing blesses the heart of a parent more than a child who obeys consistently and willingly. Many moms and dads, however, miss the mark by trying to change behavior without changing the heart. Marilyn shows why the task of the loving parent is not merely to control outward behavior, but to build godly attitudes by ministering to the spirit of the child! Download handout.

“It’s Onomatopoeia, Mom!” Using Children’s Stories to Teach Literary Devices ~Adam Andrews
Juxtaposition, metaphor, symbolism, irony, foreshadowing--HELP! Parents often avoid the subject of literature because of the intimidating vocabulary associated with literary analysis. The truth is, you don’t need a college degree in literature to understand this vocabulary; what you need is a well-written children’s story. Adam takes the audience on a guided tour of literary devices, demonstrating the crucial principle of transposition and making discerning literary analysts out of each and every audience member. Doing the same with your own children couldn’t be easier, but beware: Soon, they will be finding onomatopoeia everywhere they look.

The Organized Child ~ Florence Feldman
What parent wouldn’t love to have children who put things away where they belong and who “pick up” their rooms when told? But how do we get them to keep their things in order without turning their spaces into war zones? Get practical advice on “teaching” your child how to do what’s necessary to get organized, and learn how to bring more order into your own life at the same time.

The Natural Approach to Teaching Thinking ~ Debbie Strayer
Thinking skills are buzzwords in education today--everyone wants to include them in their curriculum plans! In this workshop, Debbie will explain what thinking skills are and how to incorporate strategies into daily life that will bring great results in your child’s ability to think. Include these ideas to add critical thinking to any curriculum! For Christian homeschoolers, this is a great way to prepare your children to give an account for the hope that is in them.

HELP! How Do I Teach This Highly Distractible Child - Part 2 ~ Carol Barnier
Continuing from session one, Carol will share even more ideas to use with the highly distractible child. Nothing is repeated from the first session. Instead, we’ll cover how to understand this child, how to use things around the house to create fast games, and how to give tired hands a break. We’ll cover 10 things to remember when teaching one of the toughest subjects for this child: writing. Come get a fresh injection of inspiring ideas and a reminder of why these kids are so great. (Best for pre-K through grade 6.)

Different Strokes for Different Folks: Teaching Life Skills to Preschoolers and Young Children ~ Doreen Morgan
While academics are important, they aren’t everything! We typically begin teaching our children their ABCs and 123s along with many other things long before they are school age. Likewise, our children can learn important life skills even as preschoolers. Perhaps you are concerned about why one child can do so much more then another? Join Doreen Morgan as she answers some of these tough questions and “goes through life” with a checklist of essentials all children will eventually need to know how to do. From people skills and health issues to emergency management, this class will create milestones of victory for you and your family!

Q&A Panel: Get Your Questions Answered! ~ Wade Myers
Do you have a business idea in mind, but wonder about its feasibility? Or do you have specific questions on how to proceed--or how to get started? Wade Myers makes himself available in this open forum where you can submit your question in writing and get the information you need.

Δ Integrating Biblical History Across the Curriculum ~ Answers in Genesis
Learn the “Seven C's of Biblical History” as taught by Answers in Genesis, and find out how to equip your children to confidently and boldly stand on the Word of God as the ultimate authority. Discover how to apply the truths of the Bible across your present curriculum and hear about the latest curriculum available from AiG for all grades in apologetics, science, and history.

Δ Why Art Is Essential to Your Child’s Education ~ Arts Attack
This presentation will review the important role art plays in developing right-brain skills (creativity, synthesis, spatial awareness, intuition, imagination, visualization, etc.) and in enabling children to develop their full potential as students. It will also review the Atelier art program and discuss the essential elements of a successful program while viewing slides of children’s artwork.

Can We Really Train Our Kids to Be in the World and Not of It? ~ Kerin Morgan
Let's face it--we all are bombarded daily by a culture at war with traditional values. We know our home should be a place of protection and refuge, yet we find it "invaded" by worldly ideas and influences when we least expect it. Can we take enough of a proactive approach to guard against some of it? Join Kerin as she shares some of her family’s struggles and valuable lessons learned in this area of common struggle for us all.

Bringing Science to Life ~ Tammy Duby
Why do we shy away from the topic that is likely to be the favorite for our students? Is it too early to start teaching science? Is it too late? Find out how to bring learning to life in your homeschool with a science program that emphasizes basic science skills: observation, classification, communication, and more. I’ll show you my “Science Scrapbook” so you can see how I do science with my students. Learn how to wisely choose curriculum or confidently compile your own while bringing the joy of discovery learning to your kitchen table. Download handout.

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WORKSHOP FAQS

Cris Loop, Speaker Administrator, speakers@heav.org

Q: Who are the keynote speakers for 2009?
A: Voddie Bauchum (www.voddiebaucham.org) will keynote Friday afternoon and Saturday morning, and the Friday morning keynote speaker is Florence Feldman.

You won't want to miss the keynote sessions, which include powerful encouragement and information from nationally known speakers, as well as special music. Note: You've spoken and we've listened! This year the Friday afternoon session has been streamlined to fit within our time constraints.

Q: Who are some of the featured speakers?
Our speakers this year include Voddie Bauchum, Carol Barnier, Joel Salatin, Inge Cannon, Steve Demme, Dianne Craft, Debbie Strayer, Mike Snavely, and many other choice speakers. Check our speaker page for listings of bios and photos as they become available.

Q: What sorts of workshops will I find?
A: You'll find an amazing array of workshops covering a wide variety of topics. There will be workshops geared toward beginners, veterans, and teens. There will even be a special track for parents of preschoolers! On Thursday, four FREE workshops will introduce prospective or beginning homeschoolers to the wonderful world of home education: "Introduction to Homeschooling"; "How to Begin: What You Really Need to Know"; "Know the Law: Notifying and Testing Demystified"; and "Curriculum 101: Options & Opportunities, Potholes & Pitfalls."

And if you don't have time to hear all the workshops on your "wish list," recordings of most sessions will be available for purchase at the Broad Reach Recordings booth in the Exhibit Hall Building lobby, and from the Broad Reach Recordings website after the convention. An MP3 of the entire convention will also be available for purchase.

Q: How can I be a speaker at the next convention?
A: If you are interested in speaking at future conventions, please see our Speaker Application Process. 

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