Tool Time

August 9, 2018 by Leave a Comment

Tool Time|Back to HomeschoolTool Time

Podcast #55

It’s that time of year again! Back to Homeschool!  This makes it Tool Time.. Who else is excited? It’s always fun to get ready for the new year. Kids enjoy it as much as parents! Don’t go into the new year unprepared! In this episode, we take a look at the tools you need to get ready to tackle the near year. Whether you are new to homeschooling, or a veteran, we have you covered. What should you fill your “tackle box” with? What do you need to do to get ready? We go over the list of items you might want to have in your arsenal.

Plus, there is something so fun about picking out new school supplies and having all of your household areas covered and ready to go! Get the kids involved. Let them help make a list of items you need to pick up. It is fun for younger kids to pick-out their own supplies (with mom’s help, of course)

Some of the tools you may need:

  • Crayons
  • Colored Pencils
  • Washable Markers
  • Pencils
  • Pens – colored and black/blue
  • Pencil pouches
  • Notebooks
  • Notebook paper
  • Graphing Paper
  • Construction paper/Colored Paper
  • 3×5 cards
  • Binders
  • Erasers
  • Pencil Sharpeners
  • Rulers
  • Scissors
  • Laminator and laminating sheets
  • Backpack
  • Glue/Glue Sticks
  • Folders
  • File Folders
  • Tape
  • Staplers
  • White Out
  • Post-it Notes
  • Journals
  • Composition Notebooks
  • Planners
  • Calculators – graphing or regular
  • Laptops/tablets/Computers
  • Appropriate software and apps

Also important tools:

  • Co-op and support group memebrships _ You can find co-ops and support groups here www.FPEA.com/groups
  • FPEA Membership

Here are a few links that can help you with your shopping:

https://www.walmart.com/cp/back-to-school/1071204

https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/life/parenting/tips/a17427/school-shopping-lists/

https://www.target.com/c/school-office-supplies/-/N-5xsxr

The above lists should give you the help you need to find the right tools to get you on the right track this year! We hope that you are as excited about the new year, or refreshing your year, as we are!

Join us this September in Sanibel Island for both fun and learning. Make a staycation of of this FPEA STEM Conference. Sanibel is a beautiful area with lots to explore.

Sanibel STEM

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Get Out the Vote

July 26, 2018 by Leave a Comment

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Podcast #54

In this podcast, Suzanne and Sharon look at the importance of voting. We look at ways to be more civically involved and why it is important. Get out the Vote! As Florida’s homeschooling association, we recognize the importance of knowing about who our representatives are. Who will be writing and passing future legislation that could impact homeschooling families. It is both important and our responsibility as homeschoolers to vote with an informed education on who is running and what their platform is. Not sure how to become more involved and informed on the candidates? Listen in and learn about some tips and strategies to be more informed.

  • Learn who the candidates are
  • Know their platform
  • Know about their voting history
  • Know where they stand on home education
  • Get involved with a candidates campaign
  • Educate other homeschoolers about the candidate
  • Incorporate civics in your homeschooling studies
  • Involve your students in youth programs

And more importantly – Get out the vote!

 

Join us this September in Sanibel Island for both fun and learning. Make a staycation of of this FPEA STEM Conference. Sanibel is a beautiful area with lots to explore.

Sanibel STEM

 

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Staycation

July 12, 2018 by Leave a Comment

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Podcast #53

It’s Summer time!! In this podcast, we look at ways to take a vacation without leaving home! Take a STAYCATION. There are many great ways to enjoy your time off while not leaving home. A staycation is friendly on the family budget too! Explore your area and get to know your state better. You don’t need to go far to relax and have a fun time with family. Florida is possibly one of the best places to take a family staycation. We have so many parks, springs, historical sites and of course, the beach. Florida is blessed with many bodies of water, to get out in the summer time. Florida also has a very rich history, and many locations across the state have places to explore Florida’s past.

Central Florida is the tourist capitol of the world! we are blessed to live in a state that people vacation in! We don’t have to go very far to have a fun time!

 

Suzanne and Sharon discuss ideas for taking a family staycation in their areas.

Brevard County and the Tampa Area.

 

Join us this September in Sanibel Island for both fun and learning. Make a staycation of of this FPEA STEM Conference. Sanibel is a beautiful area with lots to explore.

Sanibel STEM

 

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Summer Unplugged

June 21, 2018 by Leave a Comment

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Podcast #52

It’s Summer time!! And it’s time to get unplugged!! Remember the lazy days of summer when you were a kid? Before the time of all the electronics and devices? Want to help your kids create some lasting memories? Help your kids unplug this summer! Listen in as we talk about a Summer unplugged.

Suzanne and Sharon reminisce about past childhood summers!  We take a walk down memory lane and look at some fun, old fashioned summer fun! There are many ways to have fun in the Summer outside and inside, for those rainy days!

We also look at some good summer reading books. Get outside and have enjoy your SUMMER UNPLUGGED!

 

 

 

Ways to get unplugged this Summer:

  • Ride bikes
  • Play board games
  • Make fresh squeezed lemonade.
  • Find old games that todays kids might not know – pick-up sticks, jacks, old card games.
  • Read some classic books on rainy days.
  • Make homemade ice cream!
  • Play with sidewalk chalk – hopscotch
  • Jump Rope
  • Take some beach days!
  • Catch fireflies
  • Find a family favorite movie and do a movie night.
  • Find a local drive-in theater
  • Explore your town parks
  • Go camping
  • Do backyard camping

Enjoy your summer – away from the electronic devices and make some great family memories. And don’t forget the SUNBLOCK!

Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast adventure. Let’s get connected! Learn more about the Florida Parent Educator’s Association and homeschooling in the beautiful state of Florida.
Please visit www.fpea.com to learn more about who we are!

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Unpacking After Convention

June 7, 2018 by Leave a Comment
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Unpacking After Convention

Podcast #51

We hope you attended the FPEA Homeschool Convention this past Memorial Day weekend. If you did, you may understand just how overwhelming and FUN it can be! Suzanne and Sharon discuss things to do when you come home from Convention and you need to unpack! You may have made many purchases, or listed to many inspiring talks. Take some time to process it all and enjoy it. You will be more prepared and ready for the new school year when you have properly unpacked convention!

Unpacking after Convention is the most effective way to make the most of what you got at convention, whether it was actual purchases or nuggets of inspiration. Join us for tips to get you unpacking!

 

 

 

Takeaway Tips:

  • Take some time to look through your convention materials
  • Take it slow.
  • Listen to the convention audios ( you can purchase them at www.fpea.com/store)
  • Get rid of the things you don’t want or need.
  • Read through your notes.
  • Take some time over the summer to just enjoy the slower time.
  • After you have unpacked your purchases and materials, put it away for a later time.

Enjoy your summer. Be refreshed and ready for the new school year! Look forward to more FPEA fun events!

Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast adventure. Let’s get connected! Learn more about the Florida Parent Educator’s Association and homeschooling in the beautiful state of Florida.
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What Does Homeschooling Look Like?

May 21, 2018 by Leave a Comment

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Podcast #50

Wondering what homeschooling looks like? Join Suzanne as she discusses what it does and does not, look like.

Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast adventure. Let’s get connected! Learn more about the Florida Parent Educator’s Association and homeschooling in the beautiful state of Florida.
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You Can Do It

May 10, 2018 by Leave a Comment

You Can DO It!

You Can Do It!

Podcast #49

Do you ever get discouraged? Wonder if you can homeschool? Feeling bogged down? Not sure what you are doing? Listen in to this weeks podcast, for some encouragement and tips.

Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast adventure. Let’s get connected! Learn more about the Florida Parent Educator’s Association and homeschooling in the beautiful state of Florida.
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Convention: The Ultimate Resource

April 26, 2018 by Leave a Comment

Convention: The Ultimate Resource

Podcast #48

Are you interested in attending a homeschool convention? Every year the FPEA hosts a convention Join us as we discuss everything Convention! Tips for both new and seasoned Convention attendees! Learn about who should come and why!

Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast adventure. Let’s get connected! Learn more about the Florida Parent Educator’s Association and homeschooling in the beautiful state of Florida.
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Pitfalls of Testing

April 12, 2018 by Leave a Comment

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Podcast #47

Join Suzanne for this sensitive yet very important topic of testing. What are the pitfalls? How did we get here? We will take a look at how testing has evolved over the years, whether it is important to education and what we can do!

Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast adventure. Let’s get connected! Learn more about the Florida Parent Educator’s Association and homeschooling in the beautiful state of Florida.
Please visit www.fpea.com to learn more about who we are!

 

Join us this May for our annual homeschool convention!

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Journal Time

March 29, 2018 by Leave a Comment

 Journal Time

Podcast #46

In this episode, Suzanne discusses the importance of journaling. Anyone can journal! Join us as we look at the reasons WHY journaling is important, WHAT and HOW you can journal.

Please join us as we travel along this journey on our podcast adventure. Let’s get connected! Learn more about the Florida Parent Educator’s Association and homeschooling in the beautiful state of Florida.
Please visit www.fpea.com to learn more about who we are!

 

Join us this May for our annual homeschool convention!

 

Special Thanks to our Network Sponsor!

 

We’d like to thank our Ultimate Homeschool Radio Network sponsor, The Miracle Season!

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