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I am impressed by the selection of educational materials available online. This lens is an overview of some of the most useful resources available.

Suggestions are always welcome.  What are your favorite educational books, websites, movies, etc?  Together we can create an interactive virtual library from which we can all benefit.

Please feel free to contact me directly, leave your comments below, and add your favorites to our growing library!

Home Schooling Methods 

This lens gives a quick summary of the various home schooling philosophies. Includes links to relevant resources.

Great Books 

Help us build a virtual library for homeschoolers

Every home educator appreciates great book recommendations. Please suggest new titles and add your ratings, to create an interactive library of great books for home educators.

Famous Men of the Renaissance and Reformation by Robert G. Shearer

Famous Men of the Renaissance and Reformation by Robert G. Shearer

Excellent supplement to whatever other history res more...1 point

Math Resources 

Do you need help explaining math concepts to your children. Here are some lenses with resources to help you. They include online tutorials, games, etc.

Homeschool Chatter 

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marsha32 wrote...

great lens!

ReplyPosted September 14, 2008

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Funny Videos wrote

Beautiful lens i love it
Here is a site with funny videos
http://homefunnyvideos.net

Reply Posted March 25, 2008

StephenC wrote...

Good stuff! Good lens.
Be an Unforgettable Teacher!
StephenC

ReplyPosted March 25, 2008

 
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Funny Math Videos 

These videos are great ways to stimulate discussion about math and it's importance. If you know of others please let me know. Be sure and vote for your favorite.

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The Essentials 

100 Top Picks For Homeschool Curriculum: Choosing The Right Curriculum And Approach For Your Child's Learning Style

An excellent reference guide for all home educators. I discovered quite a few wonderful ideas from this book.

The Well-Trained Mind: A Guide to Classical Education at Home

This is an essential book for anyone interested in classical education. Fantastic recommendations for reasonably priced, well designed curriculum, too.

Your Favorites 

Tell us about your favorite educational lenses, blogs, and websites!

Please help us to build a directory of the best websites for home educators and their students. Add your suggestions and rate the current listings.

History Channel - Classroom

They offer lesson plans that correspond with their more...3 points

A to Z Home's Cool (Homeschool) - Homeschooling Information

Ann Zeise's massive homeschool site. This is the o more...3 points

Home Schooling Plus

A home school guide illustrating everything there more...3 points

More Resources for Home Educators 

Cable in the Classroom
This program helps educators take advantage of commercial free educational programming and internet resources like lesson plans. This is a fantastic source for home educators.
Two Great Homeschooling Books
Two wonderful homeschooling books that I would eagerly recommend to other home educators as they were recommended to me.
Freaky Freddie's Free Funhouse
Links to many free offers for educators and teachers.
Teacher Focus
Teacher forum and discussion boards. Includes directory of resources for teachers, plus free lesson plans and teaching-oriented newsletters.
Turner Learning
The educational arm of Turner Broadcasting, offering curriculum support for new and existing educational programs and projects.
JSC Learning Technologies Project
Internet tools for K-12 teachers and students.
Teacher Universe
Providing tools for technology planning, professional development, instructional tools, and career and life services, with the goal of promoting standards-based education.
Learners Together
Educational e-zine with a heavy focus on technology.
TeacherVision
Find lessons, printables, quizzes, free newsletters, products for sale.

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