Moms of Teens,
Due to the weather, we will be canceling the teen get together at Robin's.
We will just try for the March date as scheduled.
I know the teens are disappointed but it is not worth anyone getting stuck or hurt.
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Teen Game Night Rescheduled
Due to the weather, we're moving the teen get-together to next week, Feb. 10th.
Still from 6:30-9:00pm at Robin's.
Irish Dancers Performance
On Fri., Feb 4th at 7:00pm at Memorial Auditorium there will be an Irish Dancers Performance.
Read more about it HERE.
Read more about it HERE.
Friday, January 28, 2011
The Importance of Reviewing
I like to read homeschool blogs.
Yesterday, one of my favorites,
I'm Nobody! Who are You?, Daisy was focusing
on the importance of reviewing learned material.
She also gives great ideas on HOW
to accomplish this review in
various fun ways.
Check it out HERE!
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Kansas State Birthday - top 150 books
Below is the news release and the list of 150 books that the State Library has compiled for the state's birthday. My Librarian sent it to me and suggested I post it here. There is a link you can go to in order to see the booklist in the news release.
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State Library Releases List of 150 “Best” Kansas Books
Topeka: It appears that over the years, authors have been prolific in writing about Kansas or using Kansas as a setting for their books. Nearly 300 titles were submitted as potential candidates for the Sesquicentennial-celebrating list compiled by the State Library of Kansas.
As a lead up to Kansas’ 150th Birthday, the State Library solicited recommended books throughout most of 2010. The grassroots project encouraged book title suggestions from anyone—individuals, authors, booksellers, and publishers. Criteria for nominations was simple: a significant aspect of the book must relate to Kansas, its culture, its heritage or be historical in nature; and the book must have a recognizable Kansas author. The book may be fiction or non-fiction, any genre, and suitable for readers of all ages.
“This was an interesting project for us, and unlike anything we’ve done in the past,” said Joanne Budler, State Librarian. “Nearly 300 book titles were submitted—some more than once. We spent a great deal of time checking to assure titles and authors were correct, as well as making certain the book met the criteria for our list.”
“We also confirmed all titles were in print and available through Kansas libraries, so readers may have their local library request a book through interlibrary loan if necessary,” Budler explained. “Kansas libraries have been sharing resources for years; this is one more opportunity to employ this service. In addition, the Kansas Courier service moves books quickly and economically between libraries.”
“To read more Kansas history on a specific topic, check with your school, college or public library," added Budler. “Literally hundreds of books about Kansas and Kansans have been published, with scores more titles published each year.”
The list in alphabetical order by title accompanies this press release. The complete list is available at: www.kslib.info and www.ks150.kansas.gov
Although the Library’s services have changed and adapted over the years, it is the library’s mission to serve the citizens of Kansas. In early statehood years, the Library offered traveling library materials to reach rural Kansans. Later, as a ready resource to the executive and legislative branches of state government, the State Library has served as depository of legal and historical documents. Today, with new technology and access to expansive databases, the State Library of Kansas offers more information than ever to the citizens of Kansas. Visit our website, www.kslib.info
Sent by: Janie Rutherford, Communications Coordinator, State Library of Kansas
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State Library Releases List of 150 “Best” Kansas Books
Topeka: It appears that over the years, authors have been prolific in writing about Kansas or using Kansas as a setting for their books. Nearly 300 titles were submitted as potential candidates for the Sesquicentennial-celebrating list compiled by the State Library of Kansas.
As a lead up to Kansas’ 150th Birthday, the State Library solicited recommended books throughout most of 2010. The grassroots project encouraged book title suggestions from anyone—individuals, authors, booksellers, and publishers. Criteria for nominations was simple: a significant aspect of the book must relate to Kansas, its culture, its heritage or be historical in nature; and the book must have a recognizable Kansas author. The book may be fiction or non-fiction, any genre, and suitable for readers of all ages.
“This was an interesting project for us, and unlike anything we’ve done in the past,” said Joanne Budler, State Librarian. “Nearly 300 book titles were submitted—some more than once. We spent a great deal of time checking to assure titles and authors were correct, as well as making certain the book met the criteria for our list.”
“We also confirmed all titles were in print and available through Kansas libraries, so readers may have their local library request a book through interlibrary loan if necessary,” Budler explained. “Kansas libraries have been sharing resources for years; this is one more opportunity to employ this service. In addition, the Kansas Courier service moves books quickly and economically between libraries.”
“To read more Kansas history on a specific topic, check with your school, college or public library," added Budler. “Literally hundreds of books about Kansas and Kansans have been published, with scores more titles published each year.”
The list in alphabetical order by title accompanies this press release. The complete list is available at: www.kslib.info and www.ks150.kansas.gov
Although the Library’s services have changed and adapted over the years, it is the library’s mission to serve the citizens of Kansas. In early statehood years, the Library offered traveling library materials to reach rural Kansans. Later, as a ready resource to the executive and legislative branches of state government, the State Library has served as depository of legal and historical documents. Today, with new technology and access to expansive databases, the State Library of Kansas offers more information than ever to the citizens of Kansas. Visit our website, www.kslib.info
Sent by: Janie Rutherford, Communications Coordinator, State Library of Kansas
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
World Record Lincoln Farewell Address
Hi fellow home educators. I received another letter from the Fort but this time regarding a Lincoln's farewell world record reading. I thought I'd pass the info on and let you decide what you all want to do.
Rondi
Rondi
Hope to see you and your group this weekend at Fort Scott National Historic Site.
For your (and the home school group) information, we are also participating in the world record
for simultaneous reading at 11:00am on Friday, February 11 by reading Abraham Lincoln's Farewell Address as he departed Springfield IL for Washington DC and his inauguration as president.
for simultaneous reading at 11:00am on Friday, February 11 by reading Abraham Lincoln's Farewell Address as he departed Springfield IL for Washington DC and his inauguration as president.
More information can be found at:
If your group cannot come back to Fort Scott NHS to participate with us, you can organize your own group reading to help try to break the world record. All the information you need is at the website.
But if you can join us on Feb 11, please plan to arrive by 10:45am for last minute instructions.
Again, look forward to seeing you this weekend!
Bill
WILLIAM E. FISCHER, JR.
Historian, National Park
Fort Scott National Historic
Old Fort Boulevard
Post Office Box 918
Fort Scott KS 66701-0918
620-223-0310 (work)
620-223-0188 (fax)
Monday, January 24, 2011
Encampment Schedule!
CW Encampment 2011
The above link is press release from The Fort. If you can not see it please let me know. It is stored on Google Docs and is approved to all with the address. It's a first for me to send out to others and I'd like to know how it works. I can email it also.
The weekend is being planned by the Holmes Brigade and is to have a whole bunch of civil war military re-enactors.
To me the chaotic moment when the two hotels occupants spill out into the parade grounds would be interesting, the raising of the 30 foot by 50 foot flag, the statehood b-day cake and the music concert. What do you think? Also, a picnic lunch on the grounds is fun and cheaper then going out or we could go to MacDonalds! I'm not hoping for a balmy 33 degrees like Weather.com is predicting. I can ask if we can use the Grand Hall for eating.
Cost for children is free. Sixteen and older is $3.00. For those that would appreciate it I can pay for admission early so there is no exchange of money on their sabbath. Let me know ahead of time.
Several of my children are acting as civilians/volunteers this weekend with a couple waiting to see what CHEA members plan to do.
The above link is press release from The Fort. If you can not see it please let me know. It is stored on Google Docs and is approved to all with the address. It's a first for me to send out to others and I'd like to know how it works. I can email it also.
The weekend is being planned by the Holmes Brigade and is to have a whole bunch of civil war military re-enactors.
To me the chaotic moment when the two hotels occupants spill out into the parade grounds would be interesting, the raising of the 30 foot by 50 foot flag, the statehood b-day cake and the music concert. What do you think? Also, a picnic lunch on the grounds is fun and cheaper then going out or we could go to MacDonalds! I'm not hoping for a balmy 33 degrees like Weather.com is predicting. I can ask if we can use the Grand Hall for eating.
Cost for children is free. Sixteen and older is $3.00. For those that would appreciate it I can pay for admission early so there is no exchange of money on their sabbath. Let me know ahead of time.
Several of my children are acting as civilians/volunteers this weekend with a couple waiting to see what CHEA members plan to do.
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