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~ June 2017 ~Dear Readers,
Well, summer is here and the spring semester is over... Another homeschool convention season is already upon us! Download a copy of How to Get the Most Out of a Homeschool Convention. This 14-page special report includes a handy checklist! And of course, Father's Day is this Sunday, June 18. Happy Father's Day to all of the homeschool dads!
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A father's primary goal as leader of the household is to provide for and protect his family, but fathers also have a God-ordained responsibility for the training of their children. Sadly, there is a huge gap in our culture of men who are actually willing to stand up and be the father that God has called them to be. The homeschool father should be involved as much as possible in his children's education. The more he actively participates, the more credibility homeschooling has in the eyes of his children, the less stressed mom will be, and the more likely it will be a long term experience. It's a real blessing to have a father who can spend time with his kids during the day. Even a father who works away from home can be their nightly homework checker or Bible teacher. A father may teach some other subjects as well, but most importantly, he must be supportive of his family’s homeschooling endeavor. Fathers should consider the following duties. Principal (The principal may not do any teaching, but he is in charge to make sure the teachers teach, and he provides the help and support they need to do so.)
Pray for guidance and blessing. Spiritual Leader (As the spiritual head of the household, the father should be a good role model.)
Pray for your family and your homeschool. Instructor (The father may be better at teaching certain subjects, such as one or more of the following examples.)
Physical Fitness/Sports. Finally in all of these things remember Colossians 3:21 which says, “Fathers, provoke not your children to anger, lest they be discouraged.” Similarly, Ephesians 6:4 states, “And, ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.”
Book of the Month
The 4th of July is coming up soon! Stock up now on Citizens Rule Books for handing out at Independence Day celebrations. The legacy of my late father-in-law, this pocket-sized book includes the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights, plus quotes by our Founding Fathers and information for jurors. Only $1 each! Famous Homeschoolers
In honor of Father’s Day, here is a list of famous (and semi-famous) homeschool dads, courtesy of FamousHomeschoolers.net. Todd Akin David Albert Amos Bronson Alcott Shaun Alexander Garth Brooks Kirk Cameron Michael Card Duane G. Carey Tom Cruise Geoff Davis Michael P. Farris Michael Franzese Robert Frost David Guterson Tim Hawkins Eric Jackson Stephen Kendrick Robert E. Lee Len Munsil Chuck Norris Paul Overstreet Andrew Peterson Brad Pitt Stewart Rhodes Jim Ryun Rick Santorum Mike Smith Will Smith Mark Spence R.C. Sproul, Jr. Bob Tebow Jimmy Wales Darrell Waltrip Emeal "E.Z." Zwayne
Reading Between the Lines
You know how some things are simply hard to put into words? Basically, languages that are not our own are often a lot better at expressing certain emotions or ideas. As a result, there are many concepts that cannot be properly identified or explained across cultures. Linguists have spent countless years deconstructing languages, taking them apart letter by letter, and trying to figure out why there are so many things that cannot be translated into our own language. Often these foreign words provide insight into the cultures they came from. Here are some examples:
Lost in Translation, by Ella Frances Sanders, brings to life more than 50 words that don’t have direct English translations with charming illustrations of their tender, poignant, and humorous definitions. These would be good words to learn how to say and spell, giving you new ways to express yourself… and maybe you’ll even recognize a feeling or two among them. Learning LinksFamily Travel Tips - How to make family travel more enjoyable for kids and parents alike. Play it Safe in the Sun - June is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Summer Safety - June is National Safety Month. The Story of Old Glory - Flag Day is June 14. Father's Day - Read about the history and traditions of Father’s Day. In the Good Old Summertime - June 20 is the first day of Summer! Freebie of the MonthHere are some lists that will help with your summer travels! Road Trip Log - This is what we use to keep track of our miles, times, and places wherever we go; then we save them in a family trip binder for future reference. Camping Checklist - A vacation packing list that our family has used over the years, with space to add your own items. Family Trip Plan - We start getting ready for our trip a week ahead of time, by following this list of things to do. (PDF format requires Adobe Reader: click here for free download.) Quote of the Month“I believe that what we become depends on what our fathers teach us at odd moments, when they aren’t trying to teach us. We are formed by the little scraps of wisdom.” ~Italian novelist Umberto Eco A Note From Teri...With Father's Day in mind, here is a book that fosters a meaningful conversation between father and child. What's Your Story?: Discover the Man Behind Your Dad encourages a dialogue that helps children (of any age!) learn more about dad — including questions about his upbringing, belief systems, and what stories he wants to share with their family’s future generations. The authors offer a carefully crafted path designed to cultivate the sharing of a dad’s life stories and world view. Makes a great gift for any father, or for a father to present to his child with the answers already written out. Order one today for Father's Day!
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