Homeschooling 2012
Tampa Bay Area- Hernando, Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas Areas
Parent-Child Classes & Resource Listings; Always confirm details directly
Parent-Child Classes & Resource Listings; Always confirm details directly
Local Co-op Resources
FPEA http://www.fpea.com/ PPEA http://www.homeschool-life.com/fl/ppea/
Bay Area Christian Homeschoolers
813-794-2183 [email protected] www.groups.yahoo.com/group/BayAreaChristianHomeSchoolers
(Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas)
Brandon Homeschool Cooperative
813-671-5307 [email protected]
(Hillsborough, Pasco)
Brandon Homeschool Fellowship
813-654-7160 www.brandonhomeschoolfellowship.org
(Hillsborough, Polk)
Catholic Homeschoolers Around Tampa Bay
813-963-0281 [email protected] groups.yahoo.com/group/catholichome
(Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Sarasota, Polk, Hernando)
FRIDAYS: CHoSEN Homeschool Co-op- CHoSEN (Calvary HomeSchool Educational Network)
is a network composed of Moms, Dads, and Educators who have a desire to reach out to the homeschooling community using their gifts and talents to help educate and encourage their students to be "Lifetime" learners. Calvary Chapel St. Petersburg 8900 U.S. Hwy. 19 North Pinellas Park, FL 33782
http://www.chosenco-op.org/home.cfm
Christian Families Homeschool Group
813-909-0194 [email protected]
(Hillsborough, Pasco)
Christian Home Educators Of Plant City
813-928-7743 [email protected]
(Hillsborough, Polk)
TUESDAY/THURSDAY: Class Source of Tampa located in Lutz
http://www.class-source.com/Schedule.html
813-951-7508 [email protected] www.class-source.com
(Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas)
Classical Conversations of North Tampa
813-263-5009 [email protected] www.classicalconversations.com
(Hillsborough, Pasco)
Classical Conversations
727-422-7906 [email protected] www.classicalconversations.com
(Pinellas)
Families Instructing Students At Home
[email protected] www.fishhomeschool.org
(Hillsborough)
Fellowship Of Christian Homeschoolers
https://www.homeschool-life.com/sysfiles/member/custom_public/custom.cfm?memberid=125&customid=7774
727-643-5781 [email protected] www.fellowshipofchristianhomeschoolers.com
(Pasco, Hillsborough, out of state)
Growing Great Moms/Minds
727-848-7975 [email protected] www.growinggreatmoms.com
(Pasco, Pinellas)
Homeschool Around Temple Terrace
813-777-7895 [email protected] www.hattgroup.info
(Hillsborough)
Homeschool Blessings Support Group
813-300-7488 [email protected] www.homeschool-blessings.org
(Pasco, Hillsborough, Polk)
Homeschool Idlewild Support Group
813-949-4839 [email protected]
(Hillsborough, Pasco)
ON HIATUS: Home School Source CO-OP
727-539-7389 [email protected] homeschoolsource.webs.com
(Pinellas, Pasco, Hillsborough)
FRIDAYS: JMJ Tampa Bay
http://www.jmjtampabay.com/Classes.php
[email protected] www.jmjtampabay.com
(Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, Hernando)
J.O.S.H. Joy of Schooling at Home
813-817-7590 www.homeschool-life.com/fl/josh
(Hillsborough, Pasco)
TUESDAYS: Lighthouse Christian Homeschool Academy
[email protected] www.lchaco-op.org
(Pasco, Pinellas, Hillsborough)
Pinellas Parent-Educators Association Inc.
727-642-6099 [email protected]
(Pinellas, Hillsborough, Pasco)
Seven Mountains Home School Academy
813-685-2227 in[email protected] www.sevenmountains.org
(Hillsborough)
Tampa Bay HEAT (Home Education Activities Teams), Inc.
813-658-0559 [email protected]
www.tampabayheat.org
(Hillsborough)
The True Wisdom Is God’s Standard
727-535-4512 [email protected] www.homeschool-life.com/fl/twigs
(Pinellas)
MONDAYS: THINK- Tampa Homeschoolers Instructing and Nurturing Kids in Odessa
Allergy Sensitive Group
https://www.homeschool-life.com/sysfiles/member/custom_public/custom.cfm?memberid=404&customid=3324
[email protected] www.think-day.com
(Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas)
MONDAY & WEDNESDAYS: Trinity Homeschool Center
[email protected] www.trinityhomeschoolcenter.com
(Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas)
Victorious Life Home School Group
813-973-7665 [email protected] www.homeschool-life.com/fl/victorious
(Pasco, Hillsborough)
Westchase Homeschool Group
[email protected] www.groups.yahoo.com/group/westchasehomeschool
(Hillsborough)
Field Trips - Local Opportunities - Resources
Local Homeschooling Opportunities
Educational Groups
Festival Friday has been an annual tradition at the Festival for over thirty years. The Festival is committed to making this day a valuable educational experience and an enjoyable time for learning.
Students of all ages have a chance to do more than study the history in a book;
it gives them a chance to live it!
*Home School Groups & families may attend on the school day or any other day the Festival is open. The pricing will remain the same regardless of what day you attend!
your tickets must be purchased through Roger only.*
**This pricing will not be available at the gate.**
Reserve your tickets now and relive the Legend!
February 18h – April 1st 2012
SCHOOL DAY! Friday, March 23, 2012
Take part in fun and educational experiences!
Student Discount Ticket Prices:
School Groups on Festival Friday & Homeschool Groups ANY day!
Adult Chaperones..........$11.95 (Regular $18.95)
Students (Grades 7-12)...$11.95 (Regular $18.95)
Children (Grades 1-6).......$6.95 (Regular $10.95)
Contact Roger via email at [email protected] or call him directly at (800) 343-0357!
*In order to receive the Festival Friday pricing your tickets must be purchased through Roger only.*
**This pricing will not be available at the gate.**
Students of all ages have a chance to do more than study the history in a book;
it gives them a chance to live it!
*Home School Groups & families may attend on the school day or any other day the Festival is open. The pricing will remain the same regardless of what day you attend!
your tickets must be purchased through Roger only.*
**This pricing will not be available at the gate.**
Reserve your tickets now and relive the Legend!
February 18h – April 1st 2012
SCHOOL DAY! Friday, March 23, 2012
Take part in fun and educational experiences!
Student Discount Ticket Prices:
School Groups on Festival Friday & Homeschool Groups ANY day!
Adult Chaperones..........$11.95 (Regular $18.95)
Students (Grades 7-12)...$11.95 (Regular $18.95)
Children (Grades 1-6).......$6.95 (Regular $10.95)
Contact Roger via email at [email protected] or call him directly at (800) 343-0357!
*In order to receive the Festival Friday pricing your tickets must be purchased through Roger only.*
**This pricing will not be available at the gate.**
Great Explorations Children's Museum
Homeschool Offerings... tba
1925 4th Street N, St. Petersburg, FL 33704
For info & To register: 727-821-8992
PREVIOUSLY:
Join the four week series on Tuesdays. Ages 5-7 @ 1:00-1:45 p.m. & Ages 8-11 @ 2:00-2:45 p.m.
Beginning January 3th, 4 week science series on “The Human Body”
Beginning February 7th, 4 week art series on “Renaissance Art”
One Thursday afternoon a month @ 1pm to experience a hands-on family workshop.
Thursday, January 26th at 1:00 p.m. Art Workshop on “Impressionism”
Thursday, February 23rd at 1:00 p.m. Science Workshop on “Ooey, Gooey Science”
OR SIGN UP FOR BOTH & ensure your spots! 4 Tuesdays + 1 Thursday per month for just $25!
The cost is $5.00 per child per class. Space is limited and your spot must be reserved ahead of time in order to attend the workshop. You do NOT need to be a member of the museum to register for classes, however, membership is required to utilize the museum due to liability concerns. A considerable discount is offered for all homeschool memberships; EVERYONE can use the coupon code PLAYFULPOST for a great membership discount & reciprocity/discounts at over 1,000 locations like Glazer, MOSI, Orlando Science Center, GWhiz, Imaginarium Aquarium, Fl Aquarium, Pier Aquarium, Mote Marine and so many more!
http://greatex.org/index.php
1925 4th Street N, St. Petersburg, FL 33704
For info & To register: 727-821-8992
PREVIOUSLY:
Join the four week series on Tuesdays. Ages 5-7 @ 1:00-1:45 p.m. & Ages 8-11 @ 2:00-2:45 p.m.
Beginning January 3th, 4 week science series on “The Human Body”
Beginning February 7th, 4 week art series on “Renaissance Art”
One Thursday afternoon a month @ 1pm to experience a hands-on family workshop.
Thursday, January 26th at 1:00 p.m. Art Workshop on “Impressionism”
Thursday, February 23rd at 1:00 p.m. Science Workshop on “Ooey, Gooey Science”
OR SIGN UP FOR BOTH & ensure your spots! 4 Tuesdays + 1 Thursday per month for just $25!
The cost is $5.00 per child per class. Space is limited and your spot must be reserved ahead of time in order to attend the workshop. You do NOT need to be a member of the museum to register for classes, however, membership is required to utilize the museum due to liability concerns. A considerable discount is offered for all homeschool memberships; EVERYONE can use the coupon code PLAYFULPOST for a great membership discount & reciprocity/discounts at over 1,000 locations like Glazer, MOSI, Orlando Science Center, GWhiz, Imaginarium Aquarium, Fl Aquarium, Pier Aquarium, Mote Marine and so many more!
http://greatex.org/index.php
4 H
4H Clubs in Pinellas County start with Clover Buds at age 5-7 on up through Juniors, Intermediate, and Seniors!
Who knew 4H had so much to offer! From science and technology to equine training and gardening.
Check out the main page at: http://pinellas.ifas.ufl.edu/4-H/clubs.shtml
And view the Club List at: http://pinellas.ifas.ufl.edu/4-H/pdf/clubs/CurrentClubList.pdf
Who knew 4H had so much to offer! From science and technology to equine training and gardening.
Check out the main page at: http://pinellas.ifas.ufl.edu/4-H/clubs.shtml
And view the Club List at: http://pinellas.ifas.ufl.edu/4-H/pdf/clubs/CurrentClubList.pdf
Organized Educational Field Trips
Florida Aquarium
Thursdays: Oct 11, Nov 8, Dec 13, Jan 10, 2/7, 3/7, 4/11, 5/9
701 Channelside Dr in Tampa 33602
(813) 273-4015 [email protected] ww.flaquarium.org
20% discount on memberships!
Members $8 per student; Non-Members $16 per student
Eco-Field Trip Fees: Members $10; Non-Members $16.
General Admission ~$7 Program Fee ~$3 Parking ~$4
Programs feature exciting activities full of tactile experiences! All classes are taught by out expert staff of full-time informal science instructors! Class size limited to 10 to encourage student-parent, student-teacher & student-student interactions.
Ages 3-5: Jan. Critter Chatter, Feb. On The Move, March Super Sleuths, April Ocean Depths, May Amazing Adaptations
Ages 6-8: Jan. Shark Smart, Feb. Animal Hero, March Earth Spring or Sky?, April Love Your Leaf, May Animal Tracks
Ages 9-11: Jan. Ocean Odyssey, Feb Save the Blue, March Florida Natives, April Creature Features, May What's In Your Water?
Ages 12-14: Jan. Shark Science, Feb. Cetacean Scene Investigation, March Naturalist, April Aquatic Field Studies, May Adaptive Advantage
Eco-Fieldtrips: Jan. Beach Exploration, March Springs Exploration
Anatomy Labs: Feb. Frog Dissection
http://www.flaquarium.org/education-camps/community-programs/homeschool.aspx
http://www.flaquarium.org/userfiles/files/Education/Homeschool%20Group%20Programs%2020122013.pdf
701 Channelside Dr in Tampa 33602
(813) 273-4015 [email protected] ww.flaquarium.org
20% discount on memberships!
Members $8 per student; Non-Members $16 per student
Eco-Field Trip Fees: Members $10; Non-Members $16.
General Admission ~$7 Program Fee ~$3 Parking ~$4
Programs feature exciting activities full of tactile experiences! All classes are taught by out expert staff of full-time informal science instructors! Class size limited to 10 to encourage student-parent, student-teacher & student-student interactions.
Ages 3-5: Jan. Critter Chatter, Feb. On The Move, March Super Sleuths, April Ocean Depths, May Amazing Adaptations
Ages 6-8: Jan. Shark Smart, Feb. Animal Hero, March Earth Spring or Sky?, April Love Your Leaf, May Animal Tracks
Ages 9-11: Jan. Ocean Odyssey, Feb Save the Blue, March Florida Natives, April Creature Features, May What's In Your Water?
Ages 12-14: Jan. Shark Science, Feb. Cetacean Scene Investigation, March Naturalist, April Aquatic Field Studies, May Adaptive Advantage
Eco-Fieldtrips: Jan. Beach Exploration, March Springs Exploration
Anatomy Labs: Feb. Frog Dissection
http://www.flaquarium.org/education-camps/community-programs/homeschool.aspx
http://www.flaquarium.org/userfiles/files/Education/Homeschool%20Group%20Programs%2020122013.pdf
Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo
1101 W. Sligh Avenue in Tampa, FL 33604. 813-935-8552 ext. 263.
Cost: Zoo Pass Holder $15 / Non-Zoo Pass Holder $17
Classes tba... PREVIOUSLY:
Time: 10:30-11:30am & 2-3pm
Children must be at least 5 years old to sign up for the K-2 classes.
Home School Classes: Mondays (Grades K-2), Wednesdays (Grades 3-5) & Tuesdays (Grades 6-8)
Animal-based classroom lessons are followed immediately by application with an animal encounter and/or Zoo Hike. Participants may express their creativity with a themed craft or experiment and also interact with their peers in classroom activities. All students receive a certificate of participation. Parent involvement is optional. Any information regarding Home School will be kept confidential. Programs meet Sunshine State Standards in Language Arts and Science. Materials will be provided only to paying participants. Registration is required two weeks prior to class.
CLASSES:
January 2 (Grades K-2) Animal Protectors. January 4 (Grades 3-5) Species Survival. January 10 (Grades 6-8) Preservation Groups
February 6 (Grades K-2) Water World. February 8 (Grades 3-5) Underwater Exploration. February 14 (Grades 6-8) Aquatic Habitats
March 5 (Grades K-2) Florida Animal Homes. March 7 (Grades 3-5) Florida’s Helping Hands. March 20 (Grades 6-8) Florida Conservation
April 2 (Grades K-2) Plant Producers. April 4 (Grades 3-5) Seed Transportation. April 10 (Grades 6-8) Plant Dispersal
May 7 (Grades K-2) Furry Friends. May 9 (Grades 3-5) All About Mammals. May 15 (Grades 6-8) Mammalogy
http://www.lowryparkzoo.com/_education/camps_and_classes.html
Cost: Zoo Pass Holder $15 / Non-Zoo Pass Holder $17
Classes tba... PREVIOUSLY:
Time: 10:30-11:30am & 2-3pm
Children must be at least 5 years old to sign up for the K-2 classes.
Home School Classes: Mondays (Grades K-2), Wednesdays (Grades 3-5) & Tuesdays (Grades 6-8)
Animal-based classroom lessons are followed immediately by application with an animal encounter and/or Zoo Hike. Participants may express their creativity with a themed craft or experiment and also interact with their peers in classroom activities. All students receive a certificate of participation. Parent involvement is optional. Any information regarding Home School will be kept confidential. Programs meet Sunshine State Standards in Language Arts and Science. Materials will be provided only to paying participants. Registration is required two weeks prior to class.
CLASSES:
January 2 (Grades K-2) Animal Protectors. January 4 (Grades 3-5) Species Survival. January 10 (Grades 6-8) Preservation Groups
February 6 (Grades K-2) Water World. February 8 (Grades 3-5) Underwater Exploration. February 14 (Grades 6-8) Aquatic Habitats
March 5 (Grades K-2) Florida Animal Homes. March 7 (Grades 3-5) Florida’s Helping Hands. March 20 (Grades 6-8) Florida Conservation
April 2 (Grades K-2) Plant Producers. April 4 (Grades 3-5) Seed Transportation. April 10 (Grades 6-8) Plant Dispersal
May 7 (Grades K-2) Furry Friends. May 9 (Grades 3-5) All About Mammals. May 15 (Grades 6-8) Mammalogy
http://www.lowryparkzoo.com/_education/camps_and_classes.html
MOSI
4801 E. Fowler Avenue - Tampa, Florida 33617 (813) 987-6000
Register for programs at www.campfun.org.
For the full list of Homeschool Programs: http://www.campfun.org/20hopr.html
Mini Science Adventure Days, Tuesday (Ages 3-5) 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Explore the world in the Mini Science Adventure Days program. Children will learn age appropriate science concepts in the fun hands-on environment of a MOSI classroom. Make predictions, test for your results, and share your finding with the whole class. Pour, mix, measure, make friends and smile.
Program Fee: $15 per program; MOSI member: $9 per program
Junior Science Adventure Days, Tuesday or Thursday (Ages 5-7) 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Science Adventure Days, Tuesdays or Thursday (Ages 8-10)
Science Adventure Days and Jr. Science Adventure Days complement any home school curriculum as we learn to use science to discover the wonders of the world! Use tools that scientists use to peek at new and amazing scientific discoveries. Pull up your sleeves and dig into a fascinating world of science where students can thrive individually but also excel in team-oriented activities.
Program Fee: $15 per program; MOSI member: $12 per program
http://www.mosi.org/education/homeschool.aspx
Register for programs at www.campfun.org.
For the full list of Homeschool Programs: http://www.campfun.org/20hopr.html
Mini Science Adventure Days, Tuesday (Ages 3-5) 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Explore the world in the Mini Science Adventure Days program. Children will learn age appropriate science concepts in the fun hands-on environment of a MOSI classroom. Make predictions, test for your results, and share your finding with the whole class. Pour, mix, measure, make friends and smile.
Program Fee: $15 per program; MOSI member: $9 per program
Junior Science Adventure Days, Tuesday or Thursday (Ages 5-7) 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Science Adventure Days, Tuesdays or Thursday (Ages 8-10)
Science Adventure Days and Jr. Science Adventure Days complement any home school curriculum as we learn to use science to discover the wonders of the world! Use tools that scientists use to peek at new and amazing scientific discoveries. Pull up your sleeves and dig into a fascinating world of science where students can thrive individually but also excel in team-oriented activities.
Program Fee: $15 per program; MOSI member: $12 per program
http://www.mosi.org/education/homeschool.aspx
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
1-877-248-2267
PREVIOUSLY:
Program Time = 9:45 AM - 2:00 PM
Recommended for K-8th Grades Reservations are required at 1-877-248-2267
Zoo School for Home Schools is a structured educational experience that will open your students' eyes to a world of wildlife and wild places. Your students will have a structured schedule from the time they arrive at 9:45 a.m. until their departure at 2 p.m. Due to the strong educational focus of this program, students will not have access to rides, entertainment shows or attractions. Park admission is not required or included.
Each Fully Guided program includes: lunch break
• a presentation of the day's theme and events in a "show" format
• an activity log for students to take home
• 2 Animal Areas, one with a Keeper Talk
• an Animal Encounter with one of our educators
• a hands-on activity station
SEA WORLD
http://www.seaworld.org/education-programs/bgt/homeschool/index.htm
PREVIOUSLY:
Program Time = 9:45 AM - 2:00 PM
Recommended for K-8th Grades Reservations are required at 1-877-248-2267
Zoo School for Home Schools is a structured educational experience that will open your students' eyes to a world of wildlife and wild places. Your students will have a structured schedule from the time they arrive at 9:45 a.m. until their departure at 2 p.m. Due to the strong educational focus of this program, students will not have access to rides, entertainment shows or attractions. Park admission is not required or included.
Each Fully Guided program includes: lunch break
• a presentation of the day's theme and events in a "show" format
• an activity log for students to take home
• 2 Animal Areas, one with a Keeper Talk
• an Animal Encounter with one of our educators
• a hands-on activity station
SEA WORLD
http://www.seaworld.org/education-programs/bgt/homeschool/index.htm
Dinosaur World
5145 Harvey Tew Road Plant City, Florida 33565(813) 717-9865
$5 per for school groups, $6 other groups, 12 person minimum
We’ve prepared the below information to help explain how a field trip to Dinosaur World can fit into your studies. There is also a Teacher’s Guide to Dinosaur World, showing how to incorporate basic subjects such as math, language arts, science and others into a trip to Dinosaur World. Click for teacher guide & curriculum:
http://www.dinosaurworld.com/education_and_group_information/
http://www.dinosaurworld.com/images/edu_group_info/TeachersGuide.pdf
http://www.dinosaurworld.com/images/edu_group_info/fieldtrip_curriculum_fl.pdf
$5 per for school groups, $6 other groups, 12 person minimum
We’ve prepared the below information to help explain how a field trip to Dinosaur World can fit into your studies. There is also a Teacher’s Guide to Dinosaur World, showing how to incorporate basic subjects such as math, language arts, science and others into a trip to Dinosaur World. Click for teacher guide & curriculum:
http://www.dinosaurworld.com/education_and_group_information/
http://www.dinosaurworld.com/images/edu_group_info/TeachersGuide.pdf
http://www.dinosaurworld.com/images/edu_group_info/fieldtrip_curriculum_fl.pdf
Big Cat Rescue
Tampa, Florida
Beth Kamhi & Willow Hecht 813.323.3265
[email protected]
On-site educational programs focus on a walking tour of the sanctuary where the children learn about the exotic animals that live at Big Cat Rescue and conservation of the animals in the wild. Children can see more than a dozen species of cat and other animals standing only 4 to 6 feet away in many cases. Many children automatically react in disbelief to the enormous size of the tigers when they experience them up-close. The typical tour for young children focuses on simple facts about the animals as the children see them. For example, children age 5 to 10 will hear about how a tiger’s stripes are like fingerprints and no two tigers have the same stripes.
Older children learn how tigers are ambush hunters and stalk their prey in the jungles of India. All children learn about the fact that tigers are endangered in their native habitats and what steps they can take at home to help the plight of all endangered animals such as recycling and conserving water and energy.
http://bigcatrescue.org/visit-the-cats/field-trips
Beth Kamhi & Willow Hecht 813.323.3265
[email protected]
On-site educational programs focus on a walking tour of the sanctuary where the children learn about the exotic animals that live at Big Cat Rescue and conservation of the animals in the wild. Children can see more than a dozen species of cat and other animals standing only 4 to 6 feet away in many cases. Many children automatically react in disbelief to the enormous size of the tigers when they experience them up-close. The typical tour for young children focuses on simple facts about the animals as the children see them. For example, children age 5 to 10 will hear about how a tiger’s stripes are like fingerprints and no two tigers have the same stripes.
Older children learn how tigers are ambush hunters and stalk their prey in the jungles of India. All children learn about the fact that tigers are endangered in their native habitats and what steps they can take at home to help the plight of all endangered animals such as recycling and conserving water and energy.
http://bigcatrescue.org/visit-the-cats/field-trips
Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Summer Camp Programs available. Educational Programs are available every Friday, both in the morning and afternoon. Many of the programs are dependent upon animal presentations, and times are subject to change. Please call (727) 441-1790, ext 252 for up to date scheduling information. Pricing, descriptions, and group requirements are listed below.
http://www.seewinter.com/teachers/educational-tours
http://www.seewinter.com/teachers/educational-tours
Glazer Children's Museum
Learning Workshops are 30-45 minute, Sunshine State Standards based workshops that allow students and educators to have an in-depth experience with subjects relating both to classroom learning and museum exhibits.
Learning Workshops are intended for students in PreK – 4th grades. We can usually adapt a class for an older group, but some material may be review. Please speak to the Reservations Specialist for any specific requests.
http://glazermuseum.org/learning-workshops/
Learning Workshops are intended for students in PreK – 4th grades. We can usually adapt a class for an older group, but some material may be review. Please speak to the Reservations Specialist for any specific requests.
http://glazermuseum.org/learning-workshops/
LEGOLAND- HS field trip
Be sure to practice your lego skills with Largo Library Legos & other area libraries. Prepare in advance:
Grades K-3 (This is easy for everyone to use as prep before the trip!)
http://florida.legoland.com/Documents/pdf/education/TallTowers.pdf
Grades K-2
http://florida.legoland.com/Documents/pdf/education/19950_LLF_Ed%20Resource%20Guide%20Funtastic%20Gears_r0.pdf
Grades 2-5
http://florida.legoland.com/Documents/pdf/education/GetMoving.pdf
Grades 3-6
http://florida.legoland.com/Documents/pdf/education/19950_LLF_Ed%20Resource%20Guide%20Dr%20Heartbeat.pdf
Be sure to practice your lego skills with Largo Library Legos & other area libraries. Prepare in advance:
Grades K-3 (This is easy for everyone to use as prep before the trip!)
http://florida.legoland.com/Documents/pdf/education/TallTowers.pdf
Grades K-2
http://florida.legoland.com/Documents/pdf/education/19950_LLF_Ed%20Resource%20Guide%20Funtastic%20Gears_r0.pdf
Grades 2-5
http://florida.legoland.com/Documents/pdf/education/GetMoving.pdf
Grades 3-6
http://florida.legoland.com/Documents/pdf/education/19950_LLF_Ed%20Resource%20Guide%20Dr%20Heartbeat.pdf
Walt Disney World Homeschool Days
Interested in visiting Walt Disney World® Resort in Florida with your homeschooler? Review the Individual Enrollment - Disney Youth Education Series programs to find inspiring educational experiences for your student. View Programs
October 25, 2012 at 8:30 am at Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park
Join us for a celebration of conservation that will educate your
homeschoolers on how they can make a difference for primates like Oscar,
starring in the new Disneynature film, Chimpanzee.
https://www.studentguest.com/homeschooldays/
October 25, 2012 at 8:30 am at Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park
Join us for a celebration of conservation that will educate your
homeschoolers on how they can make a difference for primates like Oscar,
starring in the new Disneynature film, Chimpanzee.
https://www.studentguest.com/homeschooldays/
Heritage Village
http://www.pinellascounty.org/Heritage/for_teachers.htm
School for A Day Grades: K-8
Program Length: up to 4 hours – Teacher led program
Admission: Free
Hold school for a day in a 1940’s classroom with historic furnishings and chalkboard. A great setting to do
authentic learning with math and writing activities.
Crte your own historic 3R’s lesson plan.
Heritage Village provides
slates, McGuffy Readers,
spellers and sample activities. Teacher Packet
has
information to prepare you.
OR
ring your classroom lesson plan for the day to this
historic setting.
Also allow time to:
School for A Day Grades: K-8
Program Length: up to 4 hours – Teacher led program
Admission: Free
Hold school for a day in a 1940’s classroom with historic furnishings and chalkboard. A great setting to do
authentic learning with math and writing activities.
Crte your own historic 3R’s lesson plan.
Heritage Village provides
slates, McGuffy Readers,
spellers and sample activities. Teacher Packet
has
information to prepare you.
OR
ring your classroom lesson plan for the day to this
historic setting.
Also allow time to:
Glazer Children's Museum
Farther Field Trips
*Reciprocity with your Great Explorations Homeschool Membership
@ ORLANDO SCIENCE CENTER* - HS Field Trip
Pre/Post Activities will be available online at www.osc.org/educators.
K-2 Circuit Circus (Physical Science) 3-5 Circuit Mania (Physical Science) 6-8 Earth Science II
http://www.osc.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=29&Itemid=46
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& G WHIZ CHILDRENS MUSEUM*
& RINGLING MUSEUM*
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Colonial Williamsburg
Special Events for Homeschoolers During the year, Colonial Williamsburg designates several weeks as Homeschooler Experiences. In addition to the variety of activities and programming
throughout The Revolutionary City, special programs are scheduled for homeschool
participants including a variety of hands-on opportunities. 2012 Homeschooler
Experience dates are February 11-26 and September 8-23 . Special rates are
available during this period for homeschoolers. Groups or individuals are
welcome. Sample itineraries are available.
Download the Fall 2012 Homeschooler Order Form
throughout The Revolutionary City, special programs are scheduled for homeschool
participants including a variety of hands-on opportunities. 2012 Homeschooler
Experience dates are February 11-26 and September 8-23 . Special rates are
available during this period for homeschoolers. Groups or individuals are
welcome. Sample itineraries are available.
Download the Fall 2012 Homeschooler Order Form
Resources
Florida Homeschooling by County
http://www.homeschoolingflorida.com/resources/pinellas.html
National Home Education Research Institute
P.O. Box 13939, Salem, OR 97309 Contact: Brian D. Ray, Ph.D., President Phone: (503) 364-1490
The Home School Foundation
P.O. Box 1152, Purcellville, VA 20134 Contact: Leah Garber Phone: (540) 338-8899 Fax: (540) 338-2733
Pinellas Home School Help
http://pinellashomeschoolhelp.webs.com/
Pinellas Parent Educators Association
http://www.homeschool-life.com/fl/ppea/
FPEA Dowloadable Homeschooling Guide (membership required)
http://www.fpea.com/about-home-schooling/guide-to-homeschooling/
FPEA Free Downloads for Organizational Tools, etc
http://www.fpea.com/about-home-schooling/forms-documents/
Florida Homeschooling
http://www.homeschoolinginflorida.com/
Oak Meadow since 1975
http://www.oakmeadow.com/
Homeschooling Programs in Florida
http://www.learn4good.com/homeschools/florida-homeschool-programs.htm
http://www.homeschoolingflorida.com/resources/pinellas.html
National Home Education Research Institute
P.O. Box 13939, Salem, OR 97309 Contact: Brian D. Ray, Ph.D., President Phone: (503) 364-1490
The Home School Foundation
P.O. Box 1152, Purcellville, VA 20134 Contact: Leah Garber Phone: (540) 338-8899 Fax: (540) 338-2733
Pinellas Home School Help
http://pinellashomeschoolhelp.webs.com/
Pinellas Parent Educators Association
http://www.homeschool-life.com/fl/ppea/
FPEA Dowloadable Homeschooling Guide (membership required)
http://www.fpea.com/about-home-schooling/guide-to-homeschooling/
FPEA Free Downloads for Organizational Tools, etc
http://www.fpea.com/about-home-schooling/forms-documents/
Florida Homeschooling
http://www.homeschoolinginflorida.com/
Oak Meadow since 1975
http://www.oakmeadow.com/
Homeschooling Programs in Florida
http://www.learn4good.com/homeschools/florida-homeschool-programs.htm
Online, Facebook, Blogs
www,Currclick.com
1+1+1+1
1+1+1+1
Books
The Christopherus Waldorf Curriculum Overview for Homeschoolers
by Donna Simmons
Montessori Play And Learn; A Parents Guide to Purposeful Play from Two to Six
by Lesley Britton
Teaching Montessori in the Home; The Preschool Years
by Elizabeth G Hainstock
Five In A Row
A curricula based on the natural flow of learning and building blocks for future exploration.
The Ultimate Book of Homeschooling Ideas: 500+ Fun and Creative Learning Activities for Kids Ages 3-12.
by Linda Dobson
http://www.fun-books.com/authors/Linda_Dobson.htm
by Donna Simmons
Montessori Play And Learn; A Parents Guide to Purposeful Play from Two to Six
by Lesley Britton
Teaching Montessori in the Home; The Preschool Years
by Elizabeth G Hainstock
Five In A Row
A curricula based on the natural flow of learning and building blocks for future exploration.
The Ultimate Book of Homeschooling Ideas: 500+ Fun and Creative Learning Activities for Kids Ages 3-12.
by Linda Dobson
http://www.fun-books.com/authors/Linda_Dobson.htm
Project Learning Tree
Project Learning Tree® (PLT) is an award winning, multi-disciplinary environmental education program for educators and students in PreK-grade 12. PLT is a program of the American Forest Foundation. It is one of the most widely used environmental education programs in the United States and abroad, and continues to set the standard for environmental education excellence.
Environmental Experiences for Early Childhood
Environmental Experiences for Early Childhood
Project WILD
Growing Up WILD is an early childhood education program that builds on children’s sense of wonder about nature and invites them to explore wildlife and the world around them. Through a wide range of activities and experiences, Growing Up WILD provides an early foundation for developing positive impressions about the natural world and lifelong social and academic skills.
www.projectwild.org/GrowingUpWILD.htm
www.projectwild.org/earlychildhood.htm
www.projectwild.org/GrowingUpWILD.htm
www.projectwild.org/earlychildhood.htm
Pinellas County Homeschool Support Groups (from Homeschooling Florida.com)
http://www.fpea.com/find-your-district/district-5/
Catholic Homeschoolers Around TampaBay
(813) 963-0281. [email protected], Support Group
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/catholichome
Serving Hillsborough, Pinellas. Pasco. Sarasota, Polk. And Hernando Counties
Classical Conversations Largo
(727) 409-1392, [email protected]
Support group
serving in Pinellas county
Fellowship of Christian Homeschoolers
(727) 796-8279, Support Group
www.fellowshipofchristianhomeschoolers.com
Serving Pinellas, Pasco & Hillsborough Counties
Home School Source Co-op
[email protected], Co-op/Support Group
http://homeschoolsource.webs.com
Serving Pinellas County, Pasco, Hilsborough
JMJ Tampa Bay
813-335-2163
[email protected],
www.jmjtampabay.com
Support and Co-op Group.
Serving Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, and Hernando counties
Lighthouse Christian Homeschool Academy
(727) 505-6714, [email protected],
lcha.webs.com, Support Group and Co-op
Serving Pasco, Pinellas, and Hillsborough counties
Pasco Christian Homeschooling Association
(727) 534-3389, [email protected], Support Group, Inc
www.homeschool-life.com/fl/pchaeagles/
Serving Pasco, Hernando & Pinellas Counties
Pinellas Parent-Educators Association Inc.
(727) 343-2345
www.ppea-homeschool.com, Support Group, Inc
Serving Pinellas, Hillsborough & Pasco Counties
True Wisdom Is God's Standard
(727) 535-4512, [email protected], Support Group / Co-op
Serving Pinellas County
Catholic Homeschoolers Around TampaBay
(813) 963-0281. [email protected], Support Group
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/catholichome
Serving Hillsborough, Pinellas. Pasco. Sarasota, Polk. And Hernando Counties
Classical Conversations Largo
(727) 409-1392, [email protected]
Support group
serving in Pinellas county
Fellowship of Christian Homeschoolers
(727) 796-8279, Support Group
www.fellowshipofchristianhomeschoolers.com
Serving Pinellas, Pasco & Hillsborough Counties
Home School Source Co-op
[email protected], Co-op/Support Group
http://homeschoolsource.webs.com
Serving Pinellas County, Pasco, Hilsborough
JMJ Tampa Bay
813-335-2163
[email protected],
www.jmjtampabay.com
Support and Co-op Group.
Serving Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, and Hernando counties
Lighthouse Christian Homeschool Academy
(727) 505-6714, [email protected],
lcha.webs.com, Support Group and Co-op
Serving Pasco, Pinellas, and Hillsborough counties
Pasco Christian Homeschooling Association
(727) 534-3389, [email protected], Support Group, Inc
www.homeschool-life.com/fl/pchaeagles/
Serving Pasco, Hernando & Pinellas Counties
Pinellas Parent-Educators Association Inc.
(727) 343-2345
www.ppea-homeschool.com, Support Group, Inc
Serving Pinellas, Hillsborough & Pasco Counties
True Wisdom Is God's Standard
(727) 535-4512, [email protected], Support Group / Co-op
Serving Pinellas County
District 5- FPEA
http://www.fpea.com/find-your-district/district-5/
Citrus
Cheri Cernich
Phone: (352) 527-0090
Fax: (352) 527-1410
[email protected]
www.citrus.k12.fl.us/ Hernando
Mary Grace Surrena
Phone: (352) 797-7008
Fax: (352) 797-7108
[email protected]
www.hcsb.k12.fl.us Hillsborough
Roxanne Hahn
Phone: (813) 273-7256
Fax: (813) 273-7543
[email protected]
www.sdhc.k12.fl.us Pasco
Carolyn Selfe
Phone: (813) 794-2782
Fax: (813) 794-2117
[email protected]
www.pasco.k12.fl.us/ Pinellas
Dot Clark
Phone: (727) 588-6209
Fax: (727) 588-6007
[email protected]
www.pinellas.k12.fl.us/
Citrus
Cheri Cernich
Phone: (352) 527-0090
Fax: (352) 527-1410
[email protected]
www.citrus.k12.fl.us/ Hernando
Mary Grace Surrena
Phone: (352) 797-7008
Fax: (352) 797-7108
[email protected]
www.hcsb.k12.fl.us Hillsborough
Roxanne Hahn
Phone: (813) 273-7256
Fax: (813) 273-7543
[email protected]
www.sdhc.k12.fl.us Pasco
Carolyn Selfe
Phone: (813) 794-2782
Fax: (813) 794-2117
[email protected]
www.pasco.k12.fl.us/ Pinellas
Dot Clark
Phone: (727) 588-6209
Fax: (727) 588-6007
[email protected]
www.pinellas.k12.fl.us/
Materials & Resources
Fido! Friend or Foe? Activity Book
College of Veterinary Medicine Auburn University, Alabama. www.auburn.edu
James R. Wells, Agent. 2270 Drew St Suite A. Clearwater Fl 33765 (727) 799-4665 www.statefarm.com
Wild About Healthy Vision; Activity Book for Ages 9-12. NIH Publication No: 03-5353
See All You Can See; Activity Book for Ages 6-8. NIH Publication No: 03-5354
US Department of Helath & Human Services National Institutes of Health National Eye Institute
American Optometric Association www.AOA.org 243 N. Lindbergh Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63141
Ronald Tucker, O.D., P.A. Doctor of Optometry 800 E. Bay Dr Suite G Largo, Fl 33770 (727) 584-1893
Having fun and Being Healthy activity booklet
Florida KidCare 1-888-540-5437 www.floridakidcare.org
Florida Safe Routes to School activity book
Let's Walk to School; Walking Safety Coloring and Activity Book
www.srtsfl.org
"Happy, Healthy, Ready for School" "Green & Growing" "Mobile" & more Kits
download a free kit online at www.pncgrowupgreat.com
http://www.pncgrowupgreat.com/educators/index.html
http://www.pncgrowupgreat.com/parents_caregivers/index.html
9-1-1 You Can Use a Cellphone!
Written by Lori Buck and Carrie Mahony Illustrated by Lee Burgess
Pinellas County 9-1-1 (727) 464-3858
Saddle Up Riding Club Homeschool & 4H
Kellie Sipos (727) 520-3132
College of Veterinary Medicine Auburn University, Alabama. www.auburn.edu
James R. Wells, Agent. 2270 Drew St Suite A. Clearwater Fl 33765 (727) 799-4665 www.statefarm.com
Wild About Healthy Vision; Activity Book for Ages 9-12. NIH Publication No: 03-5353
See All You Can See; Activity Book for Ages 6-8. NIH Publication No: 03-5354
US Department of Helath & Human Services National Institutes of Health National Eye Institute
American Optometric Association www.AOA.org 243 N. Lindbergh Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63141
Ronald Tucker, O.D., P.A. Doctor of Optometry 800 E. Bay Dr Suite G Largo, Fl 33770 (727) 584-1893
Having fun and Being Healthy activity booklet
Florida KidCare 1-888-540-5437 www.floridakidcare.org
Florida Safe Routes to School activity book
Let's Walk to School; Walking Safety Coloring and Activity Book
www.srtsfl.org
"Happy, Healthy, Ready for School" "Green & Growing" "Mobile" & more Kits
download a free kit online at www.pncgrowupgreat.com
http://www.pncgrowupgreat.com/educators/index.html
http://www.pncgrowupgreat.com/parents_caregivers/index.html
9-1-1 You Can Use a Cellphone!
Written by Lori Buck and Carrie Mahony Illustrated by Lee Burgess
Pinellas County 9-1-1 (727) 464-3858
Saddle Up Riding Club Homeschool & 4H
Kellie Sipos (727) 520-3132
NEW THIS MONTH!
Family Drumming All generations, interests & abilities benefit!
'Like' & Watch Playful Post on facebook for details... @Giving Tree Music
AWESOME New FAMILY DRUM CIRCLE in St Petersburg
ALL ages welcome on Fridays.
St Petersburg Pier
BEAT Stress!
"What (neurologist Bary Bittman's) saying, instead, is that blood measurements on more than 50 subjects before and after group drumming showed a significant increase in chemicals related to immunity and to decreasing stress."
"Recreational drumming increases concentration and focus, helps develop communication skills encourages people to listen and communicate effectively with each other. It is a great way for children to explore their creativity, which leads to greater respect and understanding of themselves and others." The benefits are shown Stress, Chronic Pain to Parkinson's and Alzheimer's.
Videos of Family Drum Circles
'Like' & Watch Playful Post on facebook for details... @Giving Tree Music
AWESOME New FAMILY DRUM CIRCLE in St Petersburg
ALL ages welcome on Fridays.
St Petersburg Pier
BEAT Stress!
"What (neurologist Bary Bittman's) saying, instead, is that blood measurements on more than 50 subjects before and after group drumming showed a significant increase in chemicals related to immunity and to decreasing stress."
"Recreational drumming increases concentration and focus, helps develop communication skills encourages people to listen and communicate effectively with each other. It is a great way for children to explore their creativity, which leads to greater respect and understanding of themselves and others." The benefits are shown Stress, Chronic Pain to Parkinson's and Alzheimer's.
Videos of Family Drum Circles
@ 8 - 10 am
Weedon Island Photography Hike
Weedon Island Preserve, 1800 Weedon Drive N.E., St. Petersburg. (727) 453-6500
The perfect opportunity for adult photographers to hone their skills. After a brief classroom session highlighting specific wildlife behaviors, guides will assist participants in capturing the natural beauty in photos. 8 to 10 a.m. Free; advance registration required. www.weedonislandpreserve.org
@ 9 - 10:30am
Brooker Creek Historical Hike
Brooker Creek Preserve, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs. (727) 453-6800
Visitors on this hike will learn about the unique and exciting history of the preserve and surrounding area. Closed-toe shoes, water and a hat are recommended. Best for ages 6 and older. 9 to 10:30 a.m. Free; advance registration required. www.brookercreekpreserve.org
@ 9 - 11am
Weedon Island Guided Hike
Weedon Island Preserve, 1800 Weedon Drive N.E., St. Petersburg. (727) 453-6500
Learn about the ecosystems and the early residents of Weedon Island Preserve while hiking the coastal uplands and the boardwalks through mangrove forests. Best for ages 6 and older. 9 to 11 a.m. Free; advance registration required. www.weedonislandpreserve.org.
@ 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.
Wee-Time at Weedon
Weedon Island Preserve,1800 Weedon Drive N.E., St. Petersburg.
Children ages 3 to 5 do crafts and learn about the joy of trees in "Red Leaf, Yellow Leaf" by Lois Ehlert. Free; advanced registration required. (727) 453-6500; www.weedonislandpreserve.org.
@ 10:30-11:15am
Book Time at Brooker
Brooker Creek Preserve, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs.
Children ages 3 to 5 connect to the wonders of the natural world through a story and a craft, game or other hands-on activity. Free; advance registration required. (727) 453-6800; www.brookercreekpreserve.org.
Weedon Island Photography Hike
Weedon Island Preserve, 1800 Weedon Drive N.E., St. Petersburg. (727) 453-6500
The perfect opportunity for adult photographers to hone their skills. After a brief classroom session highlighting specific wildlife behaviors, guides will assist participants in capturing the natural beauty in photos. 8 to 10 a.m. Free; advance registration required. www.weedonislandpreserve.org
@ 9 - 10:30am
Brooker Creek Historical Hike
Brooker Creek Preserve, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs. (727) 453-6800
Visitors on this hike will learn about the unique and exciting history of the preserve and surrounding area. Closed-toe shoes, water and a hat are recommended. Best for ages 6 and older. 9 to 10:30 a.m. Free; advance registration required. www.brookercreekpreserve.org
@ 9 - 11am
Weedon Island Guided Hike
Weedon Island Preserve, 1800 Weedon Drive N.E., St. Petersburg. (727) 453-6500
Learn about the ecosystems and the early residents of Weedon Island Preserve while hiking the coastal uplands and the boardwalks through mangrove forests. Best for ages 6 and older. 9 to 11 a.m. Free; advance registration required. www.weedonislandpreserve.org.
@ 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.
Wee-Time at Weedon
Weedon Island Preserve,1800 Weedon Drive N.E., St. Petersburg.
Children ages 3 to 5 do crafts and learn about the joy of trees in "Red Leaf, Yellow Leaf" by Lois Ehlert. Free; advanced registration required. (727) 453-6500; www.weedonislandpreserve.org.
@ 10:30-11:15am
Book Time at Brooker
Brooker Creek Preserve, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs.
Children ages 3 to 5 connect to the wonders of the natural world through a story and a craft, game or other hands-on activity. Free; advance registration required. (727) 453-6800; www.brookercreekpreserve.org.
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