Free Homeschool Information Night
Saturday, June 26, 2010 at 5 pm
 "Read to Live!"The Power of Words in Developing the Mind of Your Child.
Sarah Clarkson was raised in a home crammed with books. It was only in her twenties that she began to realize what an incredible gift this was! Confronted by research showing the decline of reading in American society, Sarah was prodded into a year of study to understand how books shape, educate, and nurture the souls of young children. At the end of her study, she emerged a passionate advocate of books, reading, and homes rich in words.
In this talk, Sarah will guide parents on a tour of the research she discovered pointing to the importance of words in forming the brain of a child. She will address the huge changes in learning that have come about as a result of modern media and technology, and help parents to understand the effect media has on the hearts, souls, and minds of their kids. She will then tell you why books are such vital, powerful allies in forming children with strong minds, souls, and hearts. She will share some of her favorite stories, review favorite books, and help you as a parent understand why stories are one of the greatest gifts you can give your children.
She will also tell you how to begin. With lots of tips on how to cultivate readers, create “reading rhythms,” and create a home rich in words, Sarah will help you as a parent dive into the soul-forming, mind-shaping world of great books. The talk will include:
- Current research and statistics on the state of literacy in America.
- Research on how reading vs. TV affects a child’s brain.
- Lists of books and a few select reviews of favorites.
- The three basic rhythms that form a reading habit.
- The heart, soul, and mind shaping power of books.
Come and see how your children can become fully prepared to lead with emotional, academic, and spiritual preparation with the help of reading great books!
Sarah Clarkson has a soul formed by story and thinks everyone else should too. A freelance writer and avid blogger, Sarah is passionate about great stories, spiritual encouragement, and getting literature into the homes and hearts of families. Her book, "Read for the Heart", a guide to children's literature, was released in December. She posts regularly at storyformed.com, her blog about children's literature, and thoroughlyalive.com, her personal blog. She is currently working on a children's novel, and a book of essays. When not writing, she can be found hiking in her Colorado mountains, drinking tea, and traveling the world with WholeHeart Ministries, often speaking at their conferences.
 The Kids Entrepreneur Club will be in attendance and will have kids aged 6-18, all of whom run their own businesses, in attendance for a Entrepreneur Club Day Sale, in the back grassy section behind the Irvine Community Church on Saturday, June 26, 2010. They sell all sorts of products and services - from cookies to websites, from gardening services to t-shirts. Come and see what wonderful products these kids make and pick them up for yourselves or someone you love!
Starts at 4:00pm and goes on after the Exploring Homeschooling public meeting.
 Used Curriculum Sale! Every year, you have the same question - what curriculum do I want to use to train my children at home? And then you go out and buy the curriculum you will use. But this year, don't spend more than you need to for your curriculum! Come to the Used Curriculum Sale at the Irvine Community Church (see below for directions and address) and purchase used curriculum in good condition so you can save money and get the best possible deal for your money! Hurry to the sale! These great deals will go fast.
Starts at 4:00pm and goes on after the Exploring Homeschooling public meeting.
Childcare available:
To make it easier for families with little ones to attend, we have childcare.
Cost: $5 per child. If you have a big family, you only have to pay for the first
three children. Children who can sit quietly with their parents in the meeting won't
be charged - however, they must sit right next to you, and cannot run around the
meeting, in the halls or outside unsupervised. Note: babies under 12 months old
and children with colds must stay with their parents in the meeting.
Meeting Time:
5 pm to 6:30 pm
Enjoy snacks, fellowship, and an opportunity to meet veteran homeschoolers and other
families considering homeschooling after the informative presentation.
Meeting Location:
Irvine Community Church
14804 Sand Canyon Ave.
Irvine, CA 92618
Simple Directions from North Orange County:
Take 5 South, exit Sand Canyon & turn left, church is on right.
Simple Directions from South Orange County:
Take 5 North, exit Sand Canyon & turn right, make immediate U-turn at light,
church is on right.
Simple Directions from 405 and West Orange County:
Take 405 South, exit Sand Canyon & turn left, go two miles and pass under the
5, church is on right.
About Exploring Homeschooling:
The mission of Exploring Homeschooling is to impact the world for Jesus Christ by
encouraging Christians to homeschool from a biblical worldview, especially starting
when their children are babies, toddlers, preschoolers; and equipping individuals,
families, churches, homeschool groups and other organizations to engage in homeschool
evangelism.
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