Issue #12
September 21, 2009
The Secret Ingredient
By Davis Carman
Why do some people succeed when others don’t? Why do some people simply rise to the top? Is it ability, practice, or luck? Is there a secret ingredient?
I recently read the book Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell. He’s written a couple of best sellers (The Tipping Point and Blink) on success in business and decision making. In his most recent journalistic investigation, he asked these questions and discovered some surprising answers.
What is an outlier? According to the dictionary, an outlier is a statistical observation that is markedly different in value from the others of the sample. Simply put, an outlier is a person or a group of people which succeeds disproportionately within a comparative group.
As I read the book, I couldn’t help but make connections to what is happening in the homeschool community. Homeschoolers are outliers!
Click here to find out why!
Zan Tyler on HSLDA Home School Heartbeat
Host Michael Smith asked, "Zan, often homeschooling moms feel the demands of their families so constantly that it seems impossible to carve out time for a vibrant spiritual life. What would you say to the mom who is struggling to spend time with the Lord?"
Click here to read Zan's answer
You can also hear Zan's entire webinar, "Walking in the Light of God's Word—And How It Can Transform Your School Year," in the Archives of HSLDA's @home e-vents (fee charged).
Early Discount on Apologia LIVE Moms Conference
It's easy to lose sight of the eternal in the midst of the demands of family life and homeschooling. As the year progresses and the days grow shorter and darker, the to-do list seems to grow longer. Pressures and responsibilities mount. Discouragement can set in.
Don't lose heart! The ApologiaLive Retreat for Homeschool Moms is the perfect opportunity to reflect and regroup. It is a Christ-centered event, where we will be reminded that Scripture teaches us to stand firm in the faith, to endure trials with joy, to persevere to the end, to hold on to the truth of God's Word, and to keep STANDING STRONG in Christ Jesus.
Make plans now to join us for the second year of ApologiaLive. Come celebrate the homeschool journey with us as we encourage one another to stand strong. Plus, if you register before December 15, you can save $10!
The first of two retreats will be March 12-13, 2010, in Baltimore, Maryland. Click here for registration.
September 21, 2009
The Secret Ingredient
By Davis Carman
Why do some people succeed when others don’t? Why do some people simply rise to the top? Is it ability, practice, or luck? Is there a secret ingredient?
I recently read the book Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell. He’s written a couple of best sellers (The Tipping Point and Blink) on success in business and decision making. In his most recent journalistic investigation, he asked these questions and discovered some surprising answers.
What is an outlier? According to the dictionary, an outlier is a statistical observation that is markedly different in value from the others of the sample. Simply put, an outlier is a person or a group of people which succeeds disproportionately within a comparative group.
As I read the book, I couldn’t help but make connections to what is happening in the homeschool community. Homeschoolers are outliers!
Click here to find out why!
Zan Tyler on HSLDA Home School Heartbeat
Host Michael Smith asked, "Zan, often homeschooling moms feel the demands of their families so constantly that it seems impossible to carve out time for a vibrant spiritual life. What would you say to the mom who is struggling to spend time with the Lord?"
Click here to read Zan's answer
You can also hear Zan's entire webinar, "Walking in the Light of God's Word—And How It Can Transform Your School Year," in the Archives of HSLDA's @home e-vents (fee charged).
Early Discount on Apologia LIVE Moms Conference
It's easy to lose sight of the eternal in the midst of the demands of family life and homeschooling. As the year progresses and the days grow shorter and darker, the to-do list seems to grow longer. Pressures and responsibilities mount. Discouragement can set in.
Don't lose heart! The ApologiaLive Retreat for Homeschool Moms is the perfect opportunity to reflect and regroup. It is a Christ-centered event, where we will be reminded that Scripture teaches us to stand firm in the faith, to endure trials with joy, to persevere to the end, to hold on to the truth of God's Word, and to keep STANDING STRONG in Christ Jesus.
Make plans now to join us for the second year of ApologiaLive. Come celebrate the homeschool journey with us as we encourage one another to stand strong. Plus, if you register before December 15, you can save $10!
The first of two retreats will be March 12-13, 2010, in Baltimore, Maryland. Click here for registration.
Resources for Life and Homeschool
| Seasons of a Mother's Heart By Sally Clarkson | ||
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Your life is a whirlwind of changing seasons that can just as easily exhaust as exhilarate you. Sit down, take a few moments, and allow yourself to be refreshed and encouraged by stories, insights, and lessons from a friend. In this revised and expanded classic, Sally Clarkson opens her heart, sharing what she has learned as a homeschooling wife and mother—about herself, her children, and her Lord. The book includes Bible study, discussion questions for small groups, and practical ideas for living the Word! | |
| Click here to learn more or to order this resource for your homeschool. | ||
| Who is God and Can I Really Know Him? By John Hay and David Webb | ||
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Every day, our children are bombarded with competing messages about truth, morality, beauty, identity, faith, and more. Not all of these ideas are true-some are wrong, some are deceptive, and some are outright destructive. It is more important than ever that young children be equipped to discern among competing ideas and stand in the truth. Apologia has teamed with Summit Ministries to bring you the "What We Believe" Series, an outstanding way to teach your child the essential beliefs of the Christian faith. With this student-directed, Bible-based curriculum, your children will learn how to use Scripture as a lens to view the world around them—to see everything the way God sees it—and know the truth! | |
This first-of-its-kind family-inclusive study of biblical worldview introduces young people, ages 6–14, to the basic truths of the Christian faith. In volume one, students will meet our loving God who longs for us to know Him and spend time with Him. Through engaging stories and fun activities, they will come to know and trust God, building an unshakeable faith that will last a lifetime. With an emphasis on thoughtful notebooking assignments and Bible interaction, this multi-grade curriculum is easy to use for the whole family. Written to the student, each lesson is presented in a conversational style that makes the study of God’s Word exciting and memorable for children of all ages. | ||
Upcoming Events with Speakers from Apologia
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Colorado Springs, CO HSLDA National Homeschool Leadership Conference Rachael Carman |
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Plumtree, NC Teen Valley Ranch Ladies Retreat Zan Tyler | |
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Grand Rapids, MI Hearts At Home Conference Rachael Carman | |
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Rochester, MN Hearts At Home Conference Rachael Carman |
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