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Help a Friend. Graduation is Almost Full.

If you know someone who is waiting until they receive their convention brochure to register for graduation-and who may not get the HEAV Update-please tell them to register NOW!

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Homeschooling Succeeds!
The Proffitt family began homeschooling in 1995 with their oldest, six-year-old Kate. Kate's mom, Pam, felt overwhelmed by the responsibilities, but she and her husband attended their first homeschool convention and said they were encouraged and supported. She graciously credits HEAV with a role in their subsequent success. Kate entered Virginia Commonwealth University at age 14 on a four-year merit scholarship. Now at 17, majoring in biomedical engineering, Kate has won the Goldwater Scholarship in a national competition. Read the article about her recent accomplishment and her success at VCU.

www.vcu.edu/insidevcu/0704goldwater

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Speech & Debate--You Will Never Be the Same!

The National Christian Forensics & Communications Association will have its Region IX Championship Tournament in Newport News. To appreciate it, you really have to see competitive speech and debate--it could change the direction of your child's education.

Be inspired. If you are home educating your children (any age), come and watch these regional competitors. If anything will challenge you to continue homeschooling through high school, this tournament will.

Be amazed. If you are at all discouraged about the apathy of our youth today, come and be encouraged. These young people represent a growing community who are excited about speaking up for Christ--not just from pulpits, but in their daily lives, making an impact in their workplaces--be it a farm field or Capitol Hill.

Be an influence. You will provide a great service to these young people by being a judge. We cannot run tournaments without judges. (No experience is required. Training will be provided throughout the day.) This tournament will require more than 200 judges. We ask that you try to commit to a block of four (4) hours (two rounds and training). You would be surprised at how many judges come to serve at tournaments and wish they could stay longer or who ask to come back again.

TOURNAMENT DATES: Thursday through Saturday, April 26-28, 2007, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Tabernacle Baptist Church, 401 Lucas Creek Road, Newport News, VA 23602

If you are willing to be a judge, please go to

http://tournament.registrar.googlepages.com/communityjudgesignup

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April's Top Pick

SALE! SALE! SALE! SAVE 20% TO 30%
Educating the WholeHearted Child
By Clay and Sally Clarkson
Reviewed by Vicki Bentley

In this meaty book, the Clarksons inspire the reader to meld Charlotte Mason's approach, unit studies, and the classical understanding of learning stages into a relaxed approach that considers not only the child's academic excellence, but the heart of the child and his total education

Paperback. 240 pp. Whole Heart Ministries.
Regularly $18.85/members; $20.95/non-members.

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What Your Child Needs to Know When
By Robin Sampson
Reviewed by Vicki Bentley

This book provides helpful checklists to assess your K-8 students against state standards, but more importantly, you will be inspired by Robin Sampson to rely on God's standards for your children.

Paperback. 296 pp. Heart of Wisdom Publishing.
Regularly $22.45/members; $24.95/non-members.

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100 Top Picks for Homeschool Curriculum
By Cathy Duffy
Reviewed by Vicki Bentley

Overwhelmed by the maze of curriculum choices? Whether you are a veteran homeschooler "regrouping" for next year, or a newbie anxiously making those first selections, 100 Top Picks can help you choose the right curriculum and approach for your child's learning style.

Paperback. 314 pp. B&H Publishing Group.
Regularly $19.79/members; $21.99/ non-members.

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Homeschool Day at Two Great Museums - April 30
The Virginia Sports Hall of Fame & Museum
Children's Museum of Virginia at Portsmouth

April 30 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: $10/person covers both museums. Children under two are free.

Visit interactive, hands-on exhibits (best for ages 6 and above) at the Virginia
Sports Hall of Fame & Museum. Learn the history of Virginia's sports greats. Hike through the Shenandoah National Park on a virtual treadmill, drive a NASCAR simulator, try your hand at sports announcing, and have radar measure how fast you can throw a baseball. See demonstrations all day highlighting VSHFM's educational programs for all ages encompassing nutrition/fitness, character development, math and science.

Visit the Children's Museum of Virginia at Portsmouth to create a giant bubble, see the train exhibit, learn while playing at hands-on exhibits, watch a planetarium show, and participate in educational programs.

Exhibitors include other Hampton Roads area museums, Moore Expressions, HEAV, and others. Parking is available in the city garage behind the Children's Museum and also the Middle Street Garage behind the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame. Both museums are located within a block of each other

For directions and more information visit the museum websites:

www.vshfm.com

www.childrensmuseumva.com

Please RSVP by Thursday, April 26, 2007 to www.vshfm.com/rsvp

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Used Curriculum Sale News
The UCS will be in a new location this year--Exhibit Hall "C"--where more floor space and sales tables will be available. High-volume sellers will have access to a direct loading dock located on Leigh Street. Those with fewer items should enter through the lobby doors.

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1) Homeschool Items
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1.1 Home Educator Days at Busch Gardens - Williamsburg - April 27-28
1.2 Introduction to Home Education - Smithfield - May 1
1.3 Math and Science Day at Kings Dominion - Richmond Area - Pay by May 4, Event is May 18
1.4 T.E.A.C.H. Curriculum Fair - Norfolk - May 11-12
1.5 Answers in Genesis Family Conference - Ashburn - May 18-19
1.6 Website and Registration for Clover Hill Homeschool Academy - Midlothian - Deadline July 31
1.7 Animal School - Train Up a Child in the Way He Should Go

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2) General Interest Items
View All General Interest Items
2.1 SAT Math Prep Course - Purcellville - Reply by April 28
2.2 Medieval Festival - Chesapeake - April 28
2.3 Online Christian College Fair and Scholarship - April 30-May 5
2.4 Holiday Lake 4-H Family Camp - Appomattox - Register by May 2
2.5 May Lunch Break Science - Richmond - Wednesdays, Begins May 2
2.6 Free Renouveau Concert: Middle Ages to Baroque - Richmond - May 6
2.7 TV-Turnoff Week Poster and Essay Contests - Deadline May 30
2.8 Global Handwriting Contest - Deadline June 30
2.9 Art, Drama, and Music Classes - Newport News - Summer and Fall 2007
2.10 Butterfly Station and Garden - Danville - Ends October 14

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3) Cool Sites
View All Cool Sites
3.1 Biblical Holidays
3.2 Mini-Unit Study on Scotland
3.3 Eisenhower Home Virtual Tour and Junior Secret Service ID
3.4 National Humanities Center: Primary Sources for U.S. History and Literature
3.5 Digital Librarian
3.6 DLTK's Printable Crafts
3.7 Animated Atlas U.S. History Timeline
3.8 How to Study
3.9 Webster's 1828 Dictionary
3.10 Audio Stories from the UK

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4) Celebrate America's 400th: Study Virginia History!
View All Virginia History & Geography Sites
4.1 Jamestown Unearthed Virtual Field Trip - PBS TV - April 26
4.2 Jamestown Artifacts Online
4.3 Jamestown Diet Anyone?
4.4 Online National Park Service Booklet: Jamestown: The Townsite and Its Story

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5) Parting Thought - Rule of Swallowed Coins

When your first-born child swallows a coin, you rush the child to the hospital and demand x-rays.

When a second-born child swallows a coin, you carefully watch for the coin to pass.

When your third-born child swallows a coin, you deduct it from his allowance!

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6) Worth Repeating
"Seek those who are intelligent and virtuous and if possible those who are a little above you, especially in moral excellence."-Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson

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7) Verse of the Week
"Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things." -Philippians 4:8 (KJV).

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Disclaimer
The HEAV Update is produced by Kathleen Dillie (managing editor), TinaMarie Hintz (project manager), Chris (editor), Anna Dykhoff (graphic designer), and Anne Miller (director of publications & marketing).

HEAV does not necessarily endorse the above-mentioned resources, nor guarantee the accuracy of information found on any external resource we may mention. If you find anything wrong on our website, please let us know so we can correct it.

HEAV diligently researches each link prior to publication. However, we recommend that you, the parent, fully examine websites before allowing your children to surf them without supervision.

Home Educators Association of Virginia

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1) Homeschool Items
April 24, 2007

1.1 Home Educator Days at Busch Gardens - Williamsburg - April 27-28
1.2 Introduction to Home Education - Smithfield - May 1
1.3 Math and Science Day at Kings Dominion - Richmond Area - Pay by May 4, Event is May 18
1.4 T.E.A.C.H. Curriculum Fair - Norfolk - May 11-12
1.5 Answers in Genesis Family Conference - Ashburn - May 18-19
1.6 Website and Registration for Clover Hill Homeschool Academy - Midlothian - Deadline July 31
1.7 Animal School - Train Up a Child in the Way He Should Go

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1.1 Home Educator Days at Busch Gardens - Williamsburg - April 27-28

Busch Gardens Europe
One Busch Gardens Boulevard
Williamsburg, VA

Friday and Saturday, April 27-28, 2007. Cost: $38/person for a single-day admission. If you come back during the summer, pay just $14.95 to upgrade your single-day ticket to a Virginia Fun Card.

Come to Busch Gardens Europe to meet other home-educating families while learning about exotic animals with Jack Hanna. On Friday, they will also have the Funky Physics Show in the Globe Theatre. Bring homeschooling ID* (call ahead if you have questions) and mention this homeschool offer at any General Admission ticket window on either day to receive the education rate.

For questions, call 800-343-7946.

www.buschgardens.com/va

*A homeschool ID could be your HEAV membership card or other homeschool ID. You can also use an acknowledgement letter from your superintendent. Call Busch Gardens for more details.

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1.2 Introduction to Home Education - Smithfield - May 1

Trinity United Methodist Church (Cedar and Mason Streets)
201 Cedar Street
Smithfield, VA

Tuesday, May 1, 2007, at 7 p.m. Free and open to the public.

Home Educators Association of Virginia will host an "Introduction to Home Education" seminar. HEAV's Yvonne Bunn will discuss why people homeschool, the benefits of homeschooling, academic results, the socialization question, and legal requirements. A time for Q & A will be included.

For more information, please call the HEAV office at 804-278-9200, or the church at 757-357-3659.

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1.3 Math and Science Day at Kings Dominion - Richmond Area - Pay by May 4, Event is May 18

Kings Dominion
16000 Theme Park Way
Doswell, VA

Friday, May 18, 2007, from 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Cost: $23/per person in advance. Payment must be received by May 4.

Kings Dominion will host its annual Math and Science Day, filled with unique math-and-science learning activities, including field-day events, a roller-coaster building contest, special Mad Science fun-filled shows, and exhibits from the Science Museum of Virginia. An online workbook provides many activities and resources to help plan your trip and learn more about the science of theme park rides.

It's easy to participate! Visit the Kings Dominion website, download the Math and Science Day brochure, complete the order form indicating your school is a homeschool, and mail with payment to the park. Get the details for the roller-coaster contest for middle and high school students.

If you have questions, just call the Kings Dominion Group Sales Department at 804-876-5561.

www.kingsdominion.com/education

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1.4 T.E.A.C.H. Curriculum Fair - Norfolk - May 11-12

Radisson Hotel
700 Monticello Avenue
Norfolk, VA

Friday, May 11, 2007, from 3 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., and Saturday, May 12, 2007, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Cost: $2 suggested donation for adults; children are free.

The 2007 T.E.A.C.H. Curriculum Fair (Tidewater Educators Assoc. for Christian Homeschooling, Inc.) will be held at the Radisson Hotel. Many exhibitors and service-oriented organizations will be offering books, curricula, games, toys, education and instruction, support and inspiration.

HEAV's Yvonne Bunn will present a special workshop geared to new homeschooling parents: "How to Begin Homeschooling and the VA Law." The workshop will be presented several times: Friday at 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. and Saturday at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

For registration information, go to http://www.teachhomeschool.com/expo.html.

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1.5 Answers in Genesis Family Conference - Ashburn - May 18-19

The Community Church
19790 Ashburn Road
Ashburn, VA

Friday, May 18, 2007, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Also, Saturday, May 19, 2007, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Cost for full conference: $35/family; $25/single; $12/student or senior. Cost for Creation Adventure Workshop (Ages 7-10): $15. Daytime sessions on Friday are free! Please see the website for more details.

HEAV is co-sponsoring the upcoming Answers in Genesis family conference; Ken Ham will also be speaking at the convention. The family conference features Ken Ham, Buddy Davis, and Danny Faulkner.

To register, or for more information on specific session topics and times, please visit the website or call 866-552-1936.

www.answersingenesis.org/events/details.aspx?Event_ID=5258

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1.6 Website and Registration for Clover Hill Homeschool Academy - Midlothian - Deadline July 31

Clover Hill Homeschool Academy
12310 Bailey Bridge Road
Midlothian, VA

Deadline is Sunday, July 31, 2007.
Clover Hill Homeschool Academy is accepting registration for courses for kindergarten through high school. Classes include Japanese, Biblical Worldview, Business and Marketing, Chorus, Art, Elementary French, Biology, Geometry, and many others. Visit the website for up-to-date information.

To register, contact Kimberly Kern at info@cloverhillhomeschoolacademy.com

www.cloverhillhomeschoolacademy.com

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1.7 Animal School - Train Up a Child in the Way He Should Go

This modern parable illustrates with animal babies the value of being able to individualize education for our children. Comprehension and discussion questions are provided.

www.drc.org.uk/citizenship/worksheets/PDFs/L6W1.pdf

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2) General Interest Items
April 24, 2007

2.1 SAT Math Prep Course - Purcellville - Reply by April 282.2
2.2 Medieval Festival - Chesapeake - April 28
2.3 Online Christian College Fair and Scholarship - April 30-May 5
2.4 Holiday Lake 4-H Family Camp - Appomattox - Register by May 2
2.5 May Lunch Break Science - Richmond - Wednesdays, Begins May 2
2.6 Free Renouveau Concert: Middle Ages to Baroque - Richmond - May 6
2.7 TV-Turnoff Week Poster and Essay Contests - Deadline May 30
2.8 Global Handwriting Contest - Deadline June 30
2.9 Art, Drama, and Music Classes - Newport News - Summer and Fall 2007
2.10 Butterfly Station and Garden - Danville - Ends October 14

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2.1 SAT Math Prep Course - Purcellville - Reply by April 28

Purcellville, VA

Reply by April 28, 2007. Classes will be Monday and Wednesday evenings, May 7 through May 30, 2007, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Cost: $65/eight-session series. Maximum class size 15.

Instructor Alex Benitez will teach this series in preparation for the June 2 SAT. Mr. Benitez holds a B.S. in Physics and Chemistry and an M.S. in Chemical Physics. He has extensive professional experience in applied mathematics and has tutored math for over 20 years. He is currently a math instructor for Covenant Learning Co-op.

Call Scott or Jane Woodruff at 540-338-6756, or e-mail momofbcs@comcast.net.

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2.2 Medieval Festival - Chesapeake - April 28

Major Hillard Library
824 Old George Washington Highway
Chesapeake, VA

Saturday, April 28, 2007, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free. Vendors will sell food and drink.

Enjoy all sorts of reenactments, demonstrations, drama, and arts and crafts. In case of inclement weather, activities will be indoors.

For more information, see the library website under "Events."

www.chesapeake.lib.va.us/mh/mhhome.htm

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2.3 Online Christian College Fair and Scholarship - April 30-May 5

Monday, April 30 to Saturday, May 5, 2007. The NCSAA National Junior Scholarship Online College Fair will award one $1,000 scholarship to a junior from one of the participating Christian schools or homeschooling groups for use at the Christian college of his/her choice.

HEAV is a registered participant. Beginning Monday, April 30, you will be able to browse information about 30-40 Christian colleges around the country.

http://www.ncsaa.org/colleges.htm

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2.4 Holiday Lake 4-H Family Camp - Appomattox - Register by May 2

Holiday Lake 4-H Educational Center
1267 4-H Camp Rd.
Appomattox, VA

Register by Wednesday, May 2, 2007. Camp is Monday through Friday, May 28 to June 1, 2007. Cost: $360/family of three; $64/each additional household member; no charge for children under two. No separate programming for children under five years of age; preschool children will remain with a parent for activities.

Family camp participants (youth and adults) take three classes a day, one of which is specifically designated as a family activity. Classes offered include swimming, theatrical arts, nature, canoeing, forestry, archery, leather craft, and more. Afternoons and evenings are filled with special activities such as hikes, canoe trips, and campfires.
Each family has its own rustic cabin or bunkhouse room.

To receive registration information, call your local Extension office or contact Jennifer Bowen at 434-392-4246, or Nate Mahanes of Holiday Lake at 434-248-5444. For more information, a photo tour of the camp, and registration forms, visit the website.

www.holidaylake4h.ext.vt.edu

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2.5 May Lunch Break Science - Richmond - Wednesdays, Begins May 2

Science Museum of Virginia
2500 West Broad Street
Richmond, VA

Wednesdays in May 2007, from noon to 1 p.m. Free lectures. Pack a lunch.

May 2-Hampton University Associate Professor Dr. Susan Schmidt presents "Landfall Along the Chesapeake: In the Wake of Captain John Smith."

May 9-Virginia Commonwealth University Science, Technology, and Society Initiative Director Dr. Karen A. Rader presents "From Mice to Men and Back Again: The History of Laboratory Rodents and Other Model Organisms in Biomedicine."

May 16-College of William and Mary Professor Dr. Charles Bailey presents "Finding Faults in Virginia."

May 23-Lyotropic Therapeutics Inc. Vice President Dr. David M. Anderson presents "Sparking Your Child's Interest in Physics and Chemistry: What Works, What Doesn't."

May 30-Former Virginia Junior Academy of Science Director Dr. Dean Decker presents "Mega Freeze: Another View of Global Warming."

For more information, see the website or call 804-864-1400 or 800-659-1727.

www.smv.org

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2.6 Free Renouveau Concert: Middle Ages to Baroque - Richmond - May 6

Science Museum of Virginia
2500 West Broad Street
Richmond, VA

Sunday, May 6, 2007, from 1:30 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. in the RF&P Forum off the atrium. Free.

Students perform music from the Middle Ages, Renaissance, and Baroque periods.

See the website for further information or call the museum at 804-864-1400 or 800-659-1727.

www.smv.org

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2.7 TV-Turnoff Week Poster and Essay Contests - Deadline May 30

The entries must be received by Wednesday, May 30, 2007. Open to all schools, including homeschools who participate in TV Turn-Off Week. The website has a $2 activity guide if you are interested.

For the Poster Contest, the theme is: "Get Real!" They'll judge entries on their originality, graphic design, color, composition, clarity, and use of the theme. The three levels are high school, middle school, and elementary school. The grand-prize winner's school will receive a $100 gift certificate for Center for SCREEN-TIME Awareness materials. Gift certificates will also be awarded to schools of the second- ($50) and third-place ($25) winners. In addition, winning entries may be used in promotional material.

For the essay contest, write about "What happened when I got REAL," in other words, the positive effects of reduced screen-time on the writer's life and imagination. Entries will be judged on the basis of originality, composition, clarity, and exposition of the theme. Different ages have different written requirements. See the website for details. Winners will receive T-shirts.

www.tvturnoff.org/index.html

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2.8 Global Handwriting Contest - Deadline June 30

Entries must be received by Saturday, June 30, 2007. The annual contest is open to anyone of any age and is divided into five age groups. Within each age group, entries may be in one of two categories: functional handwriting, both manuscript and cursive; and artistic handwriting. Write the quote provided on the website and send into the address given. First- and second-place winners in each category will receive prizes including fine pens, italic writing kits, and stationery sets. See all the details on the website.

www.global2000.net/handwritingrepair/WHAC/index.html

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2.9 Art, Drama, and Music Classes - Newport News - Summer and Fall 2007

Harpersville Academy of the Arts
Livingstone Monastery
28 Harpersville Road
Newport News, VA

Summer classes will be on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday mornings, from June 18 to August 14, 2007. Costs are as follows: Drama: $125/ten weeks of 90-minute classes; Piano and woodwind instrument classes (each): $60/month for 30 minutes; Voice classes: $70/month for 30 minutes; Art: $60/month plus supplies for 90 minutes.

Fall classes begin Monday, September 10, 2007. Same costs per month. Drama: $60/month. Check with the instructor for complete fall schedules.

Harpersville Academy of the Arts offers classes in several fine arts. Minimum class size is eight students. Classes are open to students aged 8-80. The instructor may make exceptions on an individual basis.

Contact Gene Mazurek for more information at drsong@worldnet.att.net.

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2.10 Butterfly Station and Garden - Danville - Ends October 14

Danville Science Center
677 Craghead Street
Danville, VA

The Butterfly Station and Garden is open Monday through Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. through October 14, 2007. The Butterfly Station is open free of charge and is handicap accessible. All ages will enjoy it. Science Center costs: $5/adults (13-59); $4/youth (4-12), seniors (60 and over), and active military; ages 3 and under are free.

Spring into the season with butterflies and spring flowers as the Butterfly Station and Garden opens its gates for 2007. Enjoy beautiful sights and smells as you learn all about butterflies. Find out how to make your own butterfly garden. Check resources at the bottom of the butterfly page before you visit.

For Science Center information, call 434-791-5160 or visit the website.

dsc.smv.org

www.dsc.smv.org/DSCbutterflymain.htm

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3) Cool Sites
April 24, 2007

3.1 Biblical Holidays
3.2 Mini-Unit Study on Scotland
3.3 Eisenhower Home Virtual Tour and Junior Secret Service ID
3.4 National Humanities Center: Primary Sources for U.S. History and Literature
3.5 Digital Librarian
3.6 DLTK's Printable Crafts
3.7 Animated Atlas U.S. History Timeline
3.8 How to Study
3.9 Webster's 1828 Dictionary
3.10 Audio Stories from the U.K.

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3.1 Biblical Holidays

Learn more about the Hebrew roots of Christianity at this website with lots of information and resources on the feasts, festivals, and observances of the Jewish people.

http://biblicalholidays.com

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3.2 Mini-Unit Study on Scotland

This article has an outline and links for a mini-unit study on Scotland. The resources include, history, maps, recipes-even sewing!

www.knowledgequestmaps.com/scotunit.htm

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3.3 Eisenhower Home Virtual Tour and Junior Secret Service ID

Take a child-led, child-oriented tour of Dwight D. Eisenhower's house at this National Park Service website.

Children ages 7-12 can also get a Junior Secret Service Agent badge and certificate by completing the tasks in the online manual.

www.nps.gov/eise/forkids/index.htm

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3.4 National Humanities Center: Primary Sources for U.S. History and Literature

The National Humanities Center's Toolbox Library provides free access to historical documents, literary texts, works of art, discussion questions, and teaching strategies for studying U.S. history and literature. Some topics are American Beginnings: 1492-1690 and Living the Revolution: 1789-1820.

www.nhc.rtp.nc.us/pds/tblibrary.htm

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3.5 Digital Librarian

Described as "a librarian's choice of the best of the Web," this site will let you see what librarians consider as some of the best websites on the Internet. The homepage has a large alphabetic index linked to extensive lists of Internet resources.

www.digital-librarian.com

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3.6 DLTK's Printable Crafts

Our thanks to a former board member and our bill reader, Caroline Barnes, for reminding us of a great website with lots of printables. Find ABC's, 1-2-3's, shapes, and more for the youngest; holiday coloring and crafts; Bible crafts; information, crafts, and activities for learning about other countries and cultures; as well as educational materials to add color to many subject areas. Check it out for Mother's Day greeting cards and crafts.

www.dltk-kids.com

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3.7 Animated Atlas U.S. History Timeline

As with many timelines, this one is divided into several topics presented in parallel: states, territories, presidents, society, Native Americans, the world, science, and culture, spanning the years 1780 to 2000. On the homepage there is a 10-minute interactive movie on the geographic development of the country, teacher guidelines, and links to more information including maps and primary sources. Scroll to the bottom of the homepage to see all the links.

www.animatedatlast.com/timeline.html

www.animatedatlas.com

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3.8 How to Study

This commercial site has a list of free tutorials in addition to the materials they sell. Topics include preparing to study, essay tests, test anxiety, multiple-choice tests, study groups, procrastination, and college success. They update often, so check back again. When you click on a title, wait a moment for it to load, then scroll down. It will look as if nothing happened, but the text appears lower on the page.

www.how-to-study.com

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3.9 Webster's 1828 Dictionary

While it's nice to have a hardbound book or CD copy, this online edition is free. Noah Webster wrote the first dictionary of American English. He often used Scripture in illustrating correct usage of words, and his work is notably patriotic.

http://65.66.134.201/cgi-bin/webster/webster.exe?word_list=A

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3.10 Audio Stories from the U.K.

It seems children's stories told in a British accent are all the more appealing. This site features different stories weekly. Some are classics like Alice In Wonderland, others are newly written. The children can listen while you turn your attention elsewhere for a little bit.

www.storynory.com

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4) Celebrate America's 400th: Study Virginia History!
April 24, 2007

4.1 Jamestown Unearthed Virtual Field Trip - PBS TV - April 26
4.2 Jamestown Artifacts Online
4.3 Jamestown Diet Anyone?
4.4 Online National Park Service Booklet: Jamestown: The Townsite and Its Story

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4.1 Jamestown Unearthed Virtual Field Trip - PBS TV - April 26

April 26, 2007. Check local listings for the PBS station near you and scheduled broadcast times.

Take a look at how history is written and reevaluated as new methods of study are introduced. Using the example of Jamestown in 1607, explore the myths and misconceptions of that era, and revisit the documents, artifacts, and other evidence through archaeology. Learn how every generation sees the evidence in new ways, and how this affects our understanding of the past.

www.history.org/history/teaching/eft.cfm

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4.2 Jamestown Artifacts Online

Not many places have digs open to the public; fewer let the public participate. Take a look at items not on public display without leaving the comfort of home. The second link is an interactive "you are the archeologist" activity.

www.virtualjamestown.org/images/artifacts/jamestown.html

www.historicjamestowne.org/learn/interactive_exercises.php

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4.3 Jamestown Diet Anyone?

Before you look, ask your children, "How do we know what they ate?" This short page lists some finds.

www.apva.org/exhibit/eats.html

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4.4 Online National Park Service Booklet: Jamestown: The Townsite and Its Story

Read this 1949 booklet to learn some of the fascinating history of the current Jamestown National Park site, its archeological exploration and development.