http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 10:26:31 -0700 Wed, 29 Jul 2009 15:42:41 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m7d29-Day-trip--Chronicles-of-Narnia-and-Dead-Sea-Scrolls-exhibits?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner Fountains at Crown Center:  Wikipedia PhotoA trip with kids to Kansas City usually includes a visit to Worlds of Fun, but there's so much more to see and do in the City of Fountains.  An easy three hour drive from the Des Moines area, you c... Events Discounts Summer Learning Freebies Family Fun Wed, 29 Jul 2009 15:42:41 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m7d29-Day-trip--Chronicles-of-Narnia-and-Dead-Sea-Scrolls-exhibits?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m7d22-Founder-of-Home-Education-Research-Institute-to-be-interviewed-on-local-radio-show-Thursday?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner Click here to read Tamara's blogOn Thursday morning, July 23, local radio personality, Tamara Scott, will interview Dr. Brian Ray, Founder and President of the National Home Education Research Institute. Serving as a clearinghouse of inform... Family Features Wed, 22 Jul 2009 17:09:14 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m7d22-Founder-of-Home-Education-Research-Institute-to-be-interviewed-on-local-radio-show-Thursday?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m7d21-Day-Trip--Free-Admission-to-Henry-Doorly-Zoo?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner If you're looking for a quick, cheap getaway, head to Omaha this weekend.  Gate admission to Henry Doorly Zoo will be free on Saturday, June 25.  The IMAX theater and zoo restaurants will also be offering discounts.  Expect longer line... Events Discounts Summer Learning Freebies Family Fun Tue, 21 Jul 2009 20:12:39 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m7d21-Day-Trip--Free-Admission-to-Henry-Doorly-Zoo?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m7d17-Hate-crimes-bill-passes-senate-today?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner Senate Bill 909, the “hate crimes bill,” passed in the senate today with a 63-28 vote. Five Republicans are included in the yes vote, giving the bill more than the sixty votes required to pass. Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley voted against th... Citizen Alert Fri, 17 Jul 2009 15:13:15 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m7d17-Hate-crimes-bill-passes-senate-today?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m7d16-Homeschoolers-consider-effects-of-pending-hate-crimes-bill?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner  The federal “hate crimes” bill, now a sneaky amendment to the Defense Reauthorization bill, could be voted on as early as tomorrow.Although the Home School Legal Defense Association is not taking an active position on the hate crime... Citizen Alert Thu, 16 Jul 2009 17:00:01 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m7d16-Homeschoolers-consider-effects-of-pending-hate-crimes-bill?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m7d15-Homeschooling-101--What-is-a-Charlotte-Mason-education?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner Wikipedia Photo:  Charlotte MasonCharlotte Mason was an 18th century British educator who believed in the innate ability of children to learn. If you hear a homeschooling mom say she’s a “Charlotte Mason homeschooler,” she&rsqu... New to Homeschooling Homeschooling 101 Wed, 15 Jul 2009 15:18:52 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m7d15-Homeschooling-101--What-is-a-Charlotte-Mason-education?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m7d9-Jazz-in-July-more-free-music-in-the-metro?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner Wikipedia Photo:  Jazz Great, Louis Armstrong Jazz in July is a unique music festival presented by the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines. Now in its twenty-seventh year, the free festival features jazz concerts through August ... Summer Learning Thu, 09 Jul 2009 16:17:31 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m7d9-Jazz-in-July-more-free-music-in-the-metro?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m6d24-UN-ambassadors-phone-lines-crash-due-to-overwhelming-homeschool-lobby?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner  According to an email bulletin sent out Wednesday by the Home School Legal Defense Association, the office of UN Ambassador Susan Rice has been inundated with calls from homeschoolers and other citizens outraged about the position of our ambass... New to Homeschooling Citizen Alert Wed, 24 Jun 2009 18:18:43 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m6d24-UN-ambassadors-phone-lines-crash-due-to-overwhelming-homeschool-lobby?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m6d23-Des-Moines-homeschoolers-open-berry-smart-book-biz?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner The Dowling FamilyA self-proclaimed “children’s book junkie,” homeschooling mom Lora Dowling knows how expensive it can be to build a home library. Her husband, Darrin, a public school math teacher who also holds a reading endorseme... Discounts Entrepreneur Profiles Books Family Features Tue, 23 Jun 2009 12:13:42 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m6d23-Des-Moines-homeschoolers-open-berry-smart-book-biz?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m6d20-Book-stores-offer-summer-reading-programs-part-2--Christian-book-stores?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner Two local Christian bookstores are offering summer reading programs for children.Connxions Book Store in Urbandale hosts story, craft and snack time for children ages 5 and younger every Tuesday at 10:00 and 11:00 A.M.  Moms receive special coff... Discounts Summer Learning Freebies Books Summer Reading Sat, 20 Jun 2009 11:59:38 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m6d20-Book-stores-offer-summer-reading-programs-part-2--Christian-book-stores?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m6d16-Area-bookstores-offer-summer-reading-programs?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner Read a good book this summer!Several bookstores offer summer promotions to encourage kids to read.Barnes and Noble offers a summer reading program for children in first through sixth grade.  Download a form from their website, and record a list ... Discounts Summer Learning Freebies Books Summer Reading Tue, 16 Jun 2009 16:37:58 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m6d16-Area-bookstores-offer-summer-reading-programs?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m6d15-Motherdaughter-devo-fits-us-to-a-tea?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner  As an end-of-the-school-year gift, I purchased a devotional reader that my five year old daughter Kylie and I could share together over the summer.  A week into the material, we both just love it!Just Mom and Me Ha... New to Homeschooling Summer Learning Books Summer Reading Mon, 15 Jun 2009 09:49:05 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m6d15-Motherdaughter-devo-fits-us-to-a-tea?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m6d12-Free-Music-in-the-Park-in-Indianola?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner Wikipedia PhotoOur family lived in Indianola several years ago, and one thing we loved about the little town was all the great community activities.This summer, besides all the famous hot air balloon events, you can also enjoy free outdoor concerts a... Events Explore Iowa Summer Learning Freebies Fri, 12 Jun 2009 16:50:33 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m6d12-Free-Music-in-the-Park-in-Indianola?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m6d11-Bounce-for-free-this-summer-at-Jumpin-Jacks?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner Wikipedia photoOn a rainy days, every mom needs some active indoor play options.  This week, my kids and I enjoyed a trip with friends to Jumpin' Jacks in Urbandale.On Wednesdays all summer, Jumpin' Jacks of Altoona and Urbandale offer free admi... Discounts Explore Iowa Summer Learning Freebies Thu, 11 Jun 2009 13:02:28 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m6d11-Bounce-for-free-this-summer-at-Jumpin-Jacks?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m6d8-Family-friendly-summer-fun-in-Indianola?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner  If you're looking for some free, family-friendly fun this summer, take a short trip to Indianola for "Bluegrass Tuesdays." Free concerts are offered on the court-house lawn starting at 6:30 every Tuesday evening th... Events Freebies Mon, 08 Jun 2009 16:53:32 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m6d8-Family-friendly-summer-fun-in-Indianola?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m6d7-Summer-book-giveaway-at-HalfPrice-Book-Stores?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner Earn free books this summer at Half-Price Book StoreNow I know a trip to a used bookstore isn't considered a hot date by the standards of most people, but my husband, sweet man that he is, agreed to take me to the Half Price Book Store after taking m... Discounts Summer Learning Freebies Summer Reading Sun, 07 Jun 2009 17:49:17 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m6d7-Summer-book-giveaway-at-HalfPrice-Book-Stores?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m6d4-Des-Moines-Area-day-camps?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner Wikipedia PhotoThe Higgins Farm in New Virginia is offering a week long day camp that will run from July 20-24. Led by an elementary teacher, the camp offers farm-based, hands-on activities along with farm-themed reading and writing projects for chil... Summer Learning Thu, 04 Jun 2009 07:12:23 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m6d4-Des-Moines-Area-day-camps?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m6d3-Free-rootbeer-floats-tonight-at-Sonic-DriveIns?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner Cruise on in to your local Sonic Drive-In tonight, June 3, from 8:00 to midnight for a free 10-ounce rootbeer float!  It's a perfect way to celebrate the end of school, and the beginning of summer! For more info: Thanks to St. Lou... Freebies Wed, 03 Jun 2009 15:47:12 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m6d3-Free-rootbeer-floats-tonight-at-Sonic-DriveIns?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m6d2-Free-HSLDA-webinar-for-homeschooling-dads-this-afternoon?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner If your homeschooling husband is in need of some encouragement, call him right now and have him register for this afternoon's free webinar hosted by the Home School Legal Defense Association.  The class, "What Wives Wish Their Husbands Knew... Events Tue, 02 Jun 2009 12:43:06 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m6d2-Free-HSLDA-webinar-for-homeschooling-dads-this-afternoon?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m5d30-Science-Center-of-Iowa-offers-discounted-summer-admission?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner Wikipedia PhotoAll summer long, the Science Center of Iowa is offering discounted admission from 5:00-8:00 on Thursday evenings. General admission for the experience platforms is $5.00 per person. It’s also $5.00 per person to see any IMAX film... Discounts Explore Iowa Sat, 30 May 2009 11:51:51 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10042-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m5d30-Science-Center-of-Iowa-offers-discounted-summer-admission?cid=exrss-Des-Moines-Homeschooling-Examiner