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Quiet times with quality films

8/21/2014

Not sure how long back it was, but I entered one of the few homeschooling giveaways that are open to Canadians as well.

Anyways, I won!

It was rather cool as I've often thought, can I afford these? They all come from Moore family films.

I have to admit, that I am not sure if I want to listen the ABC say it with me one. It seems younger child oriented so not sure anyone in my family would want to watch it (so it will make for a good giveaway of my own I suppose (grin)). But the rest intrigue.

In this second episode of It is Your Life, we’ll take you to the beautiful mountains of North Carolina to visit the home of the Moody Family. You will be encouraged, challenged, and inspired as Trent and Angela transparently share the joys and challenges of raising a Christian family in an ungodly culture.

Join the Moore family in this timely documentary as they briefly expose the evil history of the birth control movement on the 50th anniversary of "the pill." (View the trailer below.) Listen as they transparently share their testimony of how God, in His grace and mercy, opened their eyes in spite of their own sinful beginning. Be encouraged as they casually answer questions often posed to large families. Then, experience the joy of Biblical family life as they anticipate, give birth to, and welcome their tenth child into their home. Most of all, be inspired to look to the Word of God for answers to everything in life, but specifically to see that Children are a Blessing. Though I have to admit to some trepidation about watching this one...as I wanted a larger family but have just the one child. Just a matter I think of excepting the flip side of the coin all the more.

We make maple syrup from our tree every year. Mmmmm GOOD! So I think I'll be saving this to watch next March. From the tapping of the trees on their beautiful Virginia farm, to the final process of canning the delicious syrup, More Than Making Maple Syrup will be sure to delight and inform the young and old alike. In 7 simple steps, you'll learn more than just how to make your own syrup. With family unity as a theme, and with a good dose of adorable two-year-old antics and humor, your family will be inspired to work together on your own projects in your neck of the woods!

In this first film of the It Is Your Life series, get a refreshing glimpse into the daily life of the Mosses, a Christian family training their children in the ways of the Lord. Learn about:

Why they educate their children at home
Why Beverly stays home to care for the family
How George leads his family in Bible reading and prayer
Why they trust God for children after 6 c-sections
How God brought their family through a time of trial
How brothers and sisters can be best friends

Be encouraged and inspired as the Mosses work together, play together, and pray together. See for yourself how a Biblical vision of family life results in a strong family who loves each other and desires to glorify the Lord together. This is their life...

Anyways, I showed the ABC DVD to my son and he was like, we can watch it mom, maybe it will be good. :) I have to admit, I am just a bit intrigued... :)
ABC Say It With Me – Bible Memory Verses teaches children of all ages (and adults too!) a memory verse for each letter of the alphabet. But that’s not all! Each letter also has a corresponding one to two minute vignette showing a visual depiction of the verse put into practice.
For example,

In “B” a brother remembers to be kind by sharing with his little sister.
In “D” children are encouraged to pick up their toys without complaining.
In “H” children honor their parents through loving acts of thoughtfulness.
In “T” a 13 year-old brother takes time to read the Bible to his younger siblings.
In "Y" a young lady and her family are the "light of the world" to a harried restaurant waiter!

Filled with delightful music and endearing scenes of home, farm, and family life, ABC Say It With Me promotes family unity, Scriptural truths, and, most importantly , the gospel message of Jesus Christ.

So go on, check out Moore Family Films.... they might have a DVD that you are interested in as well. :)

This post is part of the alphabet blogging series put on by Marcy over at Ben and ME. This week the letter is Q.

Asia, It's People and History

3/17/2014

So I won this today. Pretty cool eh? Anyways, if you want to know more about this unit study you can check it out here. :)

For use by children 8-12 "Is the land of Asia a mystery to your kids? Do they know who lives there? Do they know how to pray for them? Asia is home to more than fifty countries and territories and roughly three-fifths of the world’s population. Could you use some help introducing your family to this vast land? This sixteen-week course presents a brief picture of six nations. It is by no means all encompassing. Its purpose is to introduce your students to the people of Asia, share their stories, and spark curiosity."

Etched Upon My Heart

2/27/2013

I just received this book in the mail today. I won it. :) Pretty cool eh.

Anyways, the book is call "Etched Upon My Heart". It's written by Jill Kelly.
You can find more about her at her website.

I haven't read it yet, but it looks an interesting book. Once I get it read I'll post a review on it. :) Has eight chapters with one word titles such as lov

St. Patrick's Day

9/23/2012

I've been meaning for quite a while now to put in this plug for an item I won.

St. Patrick's Day from the Homeschool Learning Network.

it's a decent unit study and you'll learn a thing or two. :)

Great Composers

9/10/2012

I won this: world's greatest Composers

You can find it over at Confessions of a homeschooler.

You get the teacher and student manuals as separate downloads. I had a bit of trouble convincing my computer to open the student one but we eventually got there. :)

These composers are covered
Johann Sebastian Bach
George Handel
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Ludwig Van Beethoven
Frederic Chopin
Peter Tchaikovsky
Igor Stravinsky
George Gershwin

It's a lapbook style study which I will like and the lad may or may not like. But it'll work! AND it will fit within our study parameters for the year. :)