Resources
Posted May 13, 2013 KCPT’s The Local Show covers “The Rise of Homeschooling”
Posted September 13, 2012 “Studies: Virtual Schools Create Poor Student Achievement” by Scott Woodruff, HSLDA
Posted August 27, 2012 Kansas high school students can receive free college tech courses
Posted April 11, 2012 Career Exploration through FIRST ((For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) teams
NOTE: The MPE Board of Directors does not necessarily endorse any of the organizations or people offering the following resources. Please request references before embarking on any paid programs or classes.
Free Teaching Resources
- Head of the Class - free direct access to teaching skills and learning activities for Preschool to Fifth Grade. Also Pregnancy through Toddler education and healthcare skills ideal for want-to-be, soon-to-be, as well as parents of newborns through toddlers!
- Discovery and Fun website – The emphasis of this site is archaeology and creation. The site also features Bible based stories, puzzles and games. It is designed for elementary age children, and it is free.
- NEW! Free Homeschooling Resources - Getting Started, Worksheets & Planners, Lesson Plans & Crafts/Games (thanks to Mary Dumelle)
- The Free KISS Grammar Site—Grammar with a Difference
- Free Algebra I course online
- Free Online Algebra Program
- Reynolds Math - a new (currently free) site collating some of the best math resources on the web
- =EQUALS= is a math, science, programming, and critical thinking club for everyone.
- NEW! Free Homeschool Tech Series Workshops for Students 8 - 13 years from The Microsoft Store at Oak Park Mall – for April and May!
- NEW! Microsoft Kids Tech Club - First Tuesday of every month: starts Mar. 5!
- Hillsdale College’s Free Constitution 101 Online Course
- Free Math, Science & English Quizzes from The Voyage Institute
- NEW! OpenEd – a free teacher resource that contains the largest catalog of educational videos. Filter by standard, topic and grade level
- Think Global Flight - introduction to the world of aviation and to interact with students all over the world. Student Command Centers being set up now for a Fall 2013 start. Global Flight (TGF) National Standards posted March 2013.
- U.S. History Scene - a free multimedia education website for learning history
- Free downloadable SAT practice questions (thanks to Jessica Gunst)
- Earning college credits in high school through the CLEP exam program - FREE resource
- Kansas High School Juniors & Seniors: Free Tuition on Select Classes at JCCC
- HSLDA Homeschooling Thru High School Program
- Kansas Historical Society
- Creation Science Hall of Fame
- 7 Secrets to Finding the Best Homeschool Curriculum by Carletta Sanders. Free E-Book
- Talking Books Service for Children - a free library service from the State Library of Kansas that provides users who have difficulty reading books due to a visual or physical impairment or reading disability with digital books and players
- The Official Homeschooler’s Guide to Dual Credit. Free E-Book from College Plus
- NEW! Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) questions (thanks to Greg McDivit)
- Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) test dates and resources (thanks to Dee LaVerne)
- The USPS Community Connection - free Education Kits available
- Writing for Boys: a free blog site dedicated to reading and writing for homeschooled boys by a published author currently teaching college writing.
- NEW! The Homeschooler’s Guide to World Missions - free e-book
- Voice of the Martyrs/Kids of Courage - teaching resources
Paid Teaching Resources
- Need a tutor to give your child a little encouragement? Math or language. mjnharry
gmail
com or 913.764.3047 Mary Jane Ward–certified teacher and veteran home school mom. - Tutor for math, reading, and writing for K-5th grade
- Online Tutoring School with homeschool graduates
- NEW! JCCC Fall Classes for High School Homeschooled Students
- Patrick Henry College (PHC) Prep Academy
- Patrick Henry College Writing Mentorship Program - would you like a writing mentor for your high school student?
- 2013 HSLDA High School Teacher Training Program
- Phonics for the Struggling Reader
- English & Social Studies Courses for High School Students
- Math, Physics, Programming & SAT Prep Classes Online/Tutoring - now includes Foreign Languages, US History, US Government & Economics Classes too!
- Learn AutoCAD Drafting Online
- Professional Christian tutor/teacher of Biblical Hebrew, Biblical Greek and Latin
- Language & Culture Learning Center - a nonprofit educational organization that conducts classes of Foreign Language Learning (Arabic, Chinese, Spanish), English Second Language Learning, and ESL Teacher Training
- Online K-12 Spanish program, especially for co-ops
- Ancient or World History for grades 6 – 10
- NEW! Homeschool Art Classes - begins May 22
- Study Art with Visual Manna
- Art Lessons with ARTrageous - Spring Schedule
- REW Music Homeschool Band, Orchestra & Guitar - Enrich your academic achievement and reap the benefits of music education by joining the leading and most comprehensive homeschool instrumental music program offered to Kansas City and surrounding areas.
- Music Appreciation for Homeschoolers
- Online Music Classes for Homeschoolers
- NEW! Guitar Lessons via Skype. Special deal for May: 4 lessons for $59!
- Family Time Fitness - Homeschool Physical Fitness Curriculum
- Time Engineers - educational video game for kids to help build their interest in STEM studies (science, technology, engineering & math) while homeschooling.
- Academy of Digital Arts and Video Game Development , especially for homeschoolers
- HSLDA’s Generation Joshua presents iCitizen: Civic Literacy for Young Americans
- We The People Fight Tyranny Game - a fun way to learn about American history, the Constitution and our spiritual heritage
- Distance Learning with Patrick Henry College
- HSLDA’s @home e-vents: like attending an interactive homeschool workshop right in your own living room
- LEARN Science & Math Club
- Close Up Washington D.C. – “Renowned programs in Washington, D.C., where students and teachers experience democracy in action
- Northwestern University’s Center for Talented Development Gifted Learning Online Classes
- Homeschoolscopes.com - Affordable quality used microscopes for homeschoolers
- Homeschoolingdeals.com - receive e-mails filled with homeschooling deals. Curriculum, Museum Tickets, Educational Toys and much much more!