Homeschool supply giveaway

Spunky is giving away a Benz Microscope and Apologia Biology Set this week. Click Here to get the details.

What a great opportunity to have a chance at getting some homeschooling supplies! I have a microscope that was given to me when I was a child, but we recently took it out and, let's just say, it's not in the best working condition! I have also looked at the Apologia science curriculum many times and it looks to be simply excellent.

Spunky Homeschool is one of those blog sites that I really appreciate. There have been times that I have learned of current events in relation to homeschooling and family issues faster from reading her blog than listening to public radio or online news. I remember one time my husband came home and said, "Did you hear about ______?" Yep, I had. A couple days before!

I encourage you to check out her blog if you haven't before. Even if you don't always agree with her opinion (And I don't agree with every opinion- for instance, I want to make a distinction between the educational system as a whole and individual teachers. My mother was a public school teacher and so is my sister and brother-in-law. I know that they were and are excellent, caring teachers with the student's best in mind. On the other hand, the public educational "system" has much to be desired in my opinion. Enough said for now. ...just to clarify :) ), you will be challenged in your thoughts regarding homeschooling and family life, AND she does a great job of keeping all of us up to date on current legislation, trends, and things to look for pertaining to homeschooling.