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10-27-2011 Newsletter


In this issue: 
  • It's LAST CALL for LEARNING FUN MONTH at the Co-op!
  • Group Buy Roundup, including the Top 10 "Kids Love It" List
  • Coming Soon
  • More Free Curriculum Discoveries by Diane Flynn Keith
  • Just for Fun
Please join us in giving a hearty Co-op "Welcome!" to 349 new families in the last week!
For the last week of LEARNING FUN MONTH, we feature the Top 10 products kids love based on member input, launch some exciting NEW Group Buys, issue a LAST CALL for the month, and more!   (Keep reading...)

 

~~~ Community Update ~~~
THANKS to the 10,867 members who "Like" us on Facebook. (We like you too!) Here's our community update:

 

MAKE LEARNING FUN CONTEST - LAST CALL!

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It's LAST CALL for our LEARNING FUN MONTH contest!

Five more days to tell us what you do to make learning fun for your kids, and get a chance to win a $50 Amazon Gift Card. Our winner will be randomly drawn early next month from posts that get at least two "Likes" on any of our Teaching Tips or Success Stories pages so be sure to enter soon!


LAST CALL!
LEARNING FUN MONTH

This month we have been focusing on products that make learning fun and offering SmartPoints Bonuses for many of them!

 

Why focus on products that make learning fun?  At the Co-op, we are big fans of educational products that kids love to use.  It makes our jobs as teachers much easier, and it's great for the kids too.

 

So, over the last year, we have carefully read every product testimonial, and kept a running tally of each product that kids love, as reported by members. This week, we're pleased to provide the Top 10 List of products that kids love - the results may surprise you!

 

Here's the line-up starting with a member favorite in the #10 spot:

 
#10

Type to Learn 4:  Agents of Information - Save 56%
Type To Learn 4: Agents of Information's creators have gone to extraordinary lengths to make typing instruction FUN, as well as pedagogically sound.


Students become "secret agents" who are tasked with saving the world's information (hence the extended product name "Type to Learn 4: Agents of Information"). Students must start their training immediately to move up the 7 ranks from Recruit to accurate, fast-typing Master Agents.

 
Great reviews continue to roll in highlighting the versatility of the program and how it can be used for any grade level, from Kindergarten to 12th grade.

 

To type it off (pun intended), we are pleased to offer you 500 bonus SmartPoints* if you purchase during LEARNING FUN MONTH!

* The SmartPoints will be awarded in early November.
 
#9

IXL Match - Save 40%
Math practice that's fun?  We hear time and again in the member testimonials for IXL Math that kids beg their parents for more time with this popular online program.
 
Kids love it because they get certificates when they meet practice goals. You'll love it because you'll get emails that tell you how much time they've spent in different categories and how well they did, plus a weekly report for every child. 

The company says it's the most popular math practice site in the world, and we believe it! This program will even align your student's progress to your own state standards, if you so choose. 1000+ topics, 100+ skills, unlimited math questions! We were told that a child can literally use this program for hours and hours and never repeat a single question. That offers a LOT of challenges to keep their math skills sharp!
 
NEWS FLASH! IXL Math has recently added math practice for ALGEBRA!  You can now get math practice for Pre-K through Algebra. And, to make it even more fun, we'll throw in 500 bonus SmartPoints* if you purchase during Learning Fun Month!
 

* The SmartPoints will be awarded in early November.
 
#8

Explode the Code Online - Save 50%
Explode the Code Online is based on the ever-popular Explode the Code book series from Educational Publishers.  The book series is truly a homeschool classic curriculum, and the relatively new Online version gives this phonics-based grades K-4 curriculum a whole new dimension.

Members continue to rave about this product with kudos from parents and their kids.  As reported my members, the format makes learning fun and challenging, and the robust reporting shows progress for parents as well as helping students to easily monitor their own progress.

You'll not only save 50%, but we'll have you up and running within 3 business days -- one of the best, and most popular values in homeschool education!

*We're sorry!  We are unable to offer SmartPoints for this product.
 
#7

Simply Music - Save 35% + Get 500 Bonus SmartPoints

Without a doubt, Simply Music is simply one of the most popular music products offered by the Co-op!


The ability to play the piano can give one a lifetime of pleasure, but it is one of the most difficult instruments to learn and traditional teaching methods typically require years to gain proficiency.

 

According to the company, students can be playing real tunes on the piano much sooner than students following a traditional method. Member testimonials give it a thumbs up, too!

 

Not only do you save 35% when you purchase-- but in the spirit of LEARNING FUN MONTH, we'll throw in 500 Bonus SmartPoints*!


* The SmartPoints will be awarded in early November.
 
#6
Little Passports (Now Closed -- but we hope to have them back soon!)

Little PassportsLittle Passports brings the world to your homeschool classroom!

Every month, Little Passports' fictional characters Sofia and Sam travel to a different country and send your child an exciting package of educational souvenirs that teach your child about a country.  Examples items include: music CDs, traditional country toys, arts and crafts projects, puzzles, pencils/erasers, photos, stickers, and postcards. 
 
Based on the number of great member testimonials we received for this product, we will certainly work to bring it back to the Co-op at some time.
 
#5

Math-Whizz - Save 50%Move over, ALEKS!  Homeschoolers finally have an affordable alternative!

 
When you see the demo video on our offer page, you'll probably have no trouble understanding why this curriculum makes the cut for Learning Fun Month!
 
In fact, Math-Whizz has one of the highest rankings of any curriculum in any category! 
 Read our member testimonials.
 
Math-Whizz is one of Great Britain's leading online math curriculums, using interactive math animations and a unique tutoring methodology to deliver fun, measurable math learning.  Math-Whizz simulates the behavior of a private tutor to give your child math instruction based on her unique ability and natural rate of learning. Math-Whizz guides students through a personal learning plan, assessing them continually, and varying the curriculum in response to their answers. The company claims that students who use Math-Whizz Tutoring Plus for 45 to 60 minutes a week see their math ages improve, on average, by 1.6 years in the first year of use.

 

And, to make it even more fun, we'll thrown in 500 bonus SmartPoints* if you purchase during Learning Fun Month!


* The SmartPoints will be awarded in early November.
 
#4

iKnowthat-Home - Save 42% + Get 500 Bonus SmartPoints

iKnowthat-Home is an ad-free version of the immensely popular educational children's website, iKnowthat.com. It features a vast selection of educational activities and games in a kid-safe environment.

  

Each activity is designed to give your child the experiences and access to content needed to meet standards and benchmarks in each subject area, including Math, Language Arts, Science, and more!

  

Check out the enthusiastic testimonials from kids and parents -- iKnowthat-Home lets your kids enjoy their computer time and learn while they're at it!

 

If you purchase during LEARNING FUN MONTH, we are pleased to offer you 500 bonus SmartPoints*, too!

* The SmartPoints will be awarded in early November.
 
#3

Chester Comix - Save 37%We think history is fascinating and should be one of the most exciting subjects for any homeschooled child, but traditional textbooks continue to drive history into the ground and make it unspeakably dull.
 

Author Bentley Boyd turns traditional history teaching on its head by making the hat-wearing Chester Crab your child's guide on a colorful and witty romp through U.S. history. Bentley uses Chester, other cartoon characters, and large type as a way to draw reluctant readers -- typical of visual learners -- into the study of history.

A wealth of member testimonials
 speaks to his success. They report the entire family loves Chester Comix! Written for kids of all ages!

And, if you purchase as part of LEARNING FUN MONTH, we are pleased to offer you 500 bonus SmartPoints*!


* The SmartPoints will be awarded in early November.
 
#2

Mark Kistler Online Drawing Lessons  - Save 60%

Without a doubt, Mark Kistler's Online Drawing Lesson draws (pun intended!) many member raves telling us that their kids love to use the program, and, how they are amazed at their progress!


Over the past three decades, Emmy Award-winner Mark Kistler has taught millions of children how to draw in 3-D at workshops around the world, including Australia, Germany, England, Scotland, Mexico and the United States.

We have met Mark personally and can attest that his personality is every bit as fun and engaging as will be found in his online lessons, which is certainly part of the success of this curriculum.

 

To make it even more fun, you'll earn 500 Bonus SmartPoints* if purchased during LEARNING FUN MONTH!


* The SmartPoints will be awarded in early November.
 
#1

Reading Eggs  - Save 25%

Reading Eggs is an extremely popular online reading program for K-2 children featuring animated characters, songs, golden eggs, and a reward system that is designed to motivate children to keep exploring and learning.  But, does it work?

 

Rave reviews keep coming in from members who jumped on the first Group Buy.  We're pleased to see that so many folks have benefitted from this program, and, that kids are thrilled by it, too.

 

Place your order today, and will give you a coupon code within minutes that you can use to convert your trial account to a paid one.

 

Plus, in the spirit of Learning Fun Month, we'll throw in 500 Bonus SmartPoints*!


* SmartPoints will be awarded when the product is purchased.
 
Please check below in our LAST CALL section for more LEARNING FUN MONTH offers that expire this month!
 
Group Buy Roundup~~~ Group Buy Roundup ~~~

Here's our recap of what's happening with Group Buys at the Co-op.
NEW!

Edcentrik Science Notes - Save up to 50%

Edcentrik Science Notes - Save up to 50%

We are pleased to welcome Edcentrik for their very first Group Buy at the Co-op.  Edcentrik is the exclusive supplier for Science Notes Curriculum Packages created by Learning Thru Music.  Until now, these programs were only offered in the traditional school classroom so we're excited to have them join the Co-op to serve the homeschool community.

 

Edcentrik Science Notes uses professionally produced music and teacher created activities to address elementary Science concepts. The music is arranged in a variety of genres, to encourage your students to sing, dance, and have fun, while learning core Science concepts and vocabulary.  If you're interested in reviewing the program, click the links below to view FREE Samples for both the Curriculum and Songs:

 

Curriculum Samples

Song Samples

 

Single-subject packages are available for Life SciencePhysical, or Earth and Space, but members can save up to 50% OFF for the 3-Subject Bundle. Here for a limited time, jump in now to add more fun to your homeschool classroom!

 

Kelso's Choice - Save up to 50%

Kelso's Choice - Save up to 50%We're pleased to present a Group Buy for the newest edition of Kelso's Choice Conflict Management program from Cerebellum, an award-winning publisher of educational materials for Kindergarten through 12th Grade.

 

Kelso's Choice Conflict Management curriculum is based on the premise that every child is smart and strong enough to resolve conflict. Designed around Kelso, the Frog, this program offers nine options students can choose from to resolve minor conflicts on their own.  If you are looking for a program that could help your child develop interpersonal skills and increase confidence in many social situations with other children, Kelso's Choice could be the solution.

 

Kelso's Choice Conflict Management program is designed for Kindergarten through 6th grade - members can save at least 40% and up to 50%.

 

Looney Tunes Phonics - Save 40%

Looney Tunes - Save 40%

Our first-ever Group Buy for Looney Tunes ClickN READ Phonics from ClickN KIDS, Inc. is still ongoing! Members save 40% on online, animated phonics instruction featuring Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, and all their Looney Tunes friends, based on the award-winning ClickN READ Phonics -- a member favorite.

 

Choose from a 6-month or 12-month subscription.  OR, save even more by opting for the FAMILY PACK, which includes THREE seats for Looney Tunes and THREE seats for ClickN SPELL! 
 

Wikki Stix One-of-a-Kind Creatables - Save 40%

Wikki Stix - Save 40%WOW!  We launched this Group Buy last week, and blew through to our maximum discount of 40% in a matter of hours!

We are pleased to introduce the award-winning Wikki Stix One-of-a-Kind Creatables from Omnicor!  Called "a fantastic homeschool resource, affordable, and reusable" by The Old Schoolhouse Magazine (read the review here), Wikki Stix are made in the USA from hand-knitting yarn and non-toxic, food-grade wax (they also do not contain latex, peanut or other nut products).  No glue, no paste, no preparation, no mess and no cleanup! 

 

Wikki Stix are perfect for quiet, independent play, or interaction with others.  It can help enhance learning through hands-on kinesthetic involvement.  

With kits designed exclusively for Homeschool Buyers Co-op members, you save 40% off the retail price -- so act now!

LAST CALL!

K'NEX Education - Save 15% + FREE Shipping - EXPIRES 10/31

K'NEX Education - Save 15% + FREE Shipping

Our first-ever Group Buy for construction kits from K'NEX Education expires on 10/31!  This is their very first visit to the Co-op, and they've brought FOUR different constructive learning packages, each with learning materials so be sure to take advantage before month end.

Members SAVE 15%, plus we also get FREE SHIPPING!  That's the BEST DEAL ON THE PLANET for these comprehensive packages for your science homeschool classroom:  Simple Machines, DNA, Amusement Park, and Renewable Energy. 

Quantities are also limited so act now and tell your friends before 10/31!  We want to make sure K'NEX comes back again!


Homeschool Programming, Inc. - Save 40%It's LAST CALL for this longtime member favorite so save 40% when you purchase products from Homeschool Programming through the Co-op through the end of the month!

With 20+ years of experience in computer technology and the same number of years as a homeschooling family, the creators of this curriculum have put their experience to good use for the Homeschool community --- by creating courses that tackle tough, intensive subjects like Computer Programming and breaking it down into laymen's terms that are easily digested -- lesson by lesson.

 

No need for a technical degree to teach computer science to your children! Using these materials, homeschoolers can take their children into the future properly equipped for an increasingly technical world.

 

Progeny Press - Save 35%Progeny Press approved an extension of their 35% discount through the end of October, so if you are interested in this product -- act now.

 

Offering literature guides from a Christian perspective, Progeny Press has over 100 titles to chose from for grades K-12 -- check out what our members have to say!

 

Choose from reading titles such as Beowulf (*NEW*), The Eagle of the Ninth (*NEW*), Charlotte's Web, Anne of Green Gables, Pride and Prejudice, The Screwtape Letters, To Kill A Mockingbird, and many more!
 
 
What's more it's now LAST CALL for these special LEARNING FUN MONTH offers:
 

Brainware Safari - Save 68%

Many of us are ambivalent about our kids playing computer games.  Here's an exception as BrainWare Safari is one game you'll love to have them play!

 

The idea of this product is that the cognitive skills needed to excel academically -- attention, visual processing, auditory processing, sensory integration, memory, and thinking -- can be exercised and thereby improved.

 

Most importantly, improved cognitive skills boost a child's self-confidence and academic achievement across the board. Members consistently applaud the usefulness of this program which is recommended for kids 6 and up.

 

If you purchase the program during LEARNING FUN MONTH, you also earn 500 bonus SmartPoints*!


* The SmartPoints will be awarded in early November.
 

ClickN' READ Phonics - Huge Savings!ClickN' READ Phonics is one of the popular phonics programs available through the Co-op.  We consistently get member raves for this product!


ClickN' READ Phonics contains precisely sequenced, research based lessons that play like an animated computer game. Simple enough for children as young as 4 years old, it teaches the complete K-3rd grade standards based phonics curriculum.

 

And, of course, members get a HUGE discount (so huge, in fact, we aren't even allowed to advertise it).  What's more, this is a LIFETIME subscription so you'll be able to fully transfer it when you are done with no extra fees!

 
* We're sorry, we're unable to offer SmartPoints for this program.
 

Colonial Williamsburg - Save 90%This Emmy award-winning history curriculum has amassed an amazing number of  member testimonials and kudos from kids as well as parents!
 
Hundreds of Co-op members have taken advantage of this unique history program in past years, and if you join them we suspect you'll soon be adding yourkudosto theirs on our Testimonials page!
 
NEWS FLASH:  The next LIVE Electronic Field Trip program is scheduled for November 17 at 1 p.m. Eastern.  If you want to experience LIVE programs that include access to Historians for students' call-in questions, then jump in today!

 

If you purchase as part of LEARNING FUN MONTH, we are pleased to offer you 200 bonus SmartPoints*, too!

* The SmartPoints will be awarded in early November.
 

Destination Math - Save up to 66%

Saxon Math is by all accounts a great math curriculum, but "fun" is probably NOT the first word that comes to mind when talking about Saxon.

 

That's why we are pleased to have had a hand at persuading Houghton Mifflin to correlate Saxon Math with Destination Math, a top-of-the-line online K-12 math program has been used by thousands of schools around the country for years. But, as a homeschooler, you had to work hard to get this program before. 
 
Member testimonials
 repeatedly refer to how much fun kids have with this online curriculum.  That, in addition to the correlations and the great deal we negotiated on behalf of our members, is yet another reason why we say that Destination Math is the ultimate online companion to Saxon Homeschool Math!

 

To top it off, you'll receive 200 bonus SmartPoints* if you purchase during LEARNING FUN MONTH!

* The SmartPoints will be awarded in early November.
 

Discovery Education streaming Plus - Save 47%

We consider the Discovery Education streaming Plus subscription to be among the crown jewels of our Group Buys.  Members tell us time and again that their Discovery Education streaming subscription is one of the best educational purchases they have ever made. (See their testimonials.)

And no wonder!  With over 150,000 educational videos and "objects" on virtually every subject under the sun, enhanced with teaching guides, simulations, and much more, Discovery Education streaming Plus can supplement virtually every subject in your homeschool curriculum. It's much like having the entire DVD selection of your local public library available to you from the convenience of your home, 24/7/365.


What's more, if you buy during LEARNING FUN MONTH not only will you save 47%, but you'll get 500 Bonus SmartPoints*!

 

* The SmartPoints will be awarded in early November.
 
 

Drive Thru History - Save 25%
Drive Thru History America is back at the Co-op to offer deep discounts on their history curriculum & DVDs! 


If you missed the last group buy offer, you don't want to miss this one. These American & Ancient History programs are designed for 6th through 12th grades and consistently draw consistently positive reviews from members.


* We're sorry, we're unable to offer SmartPoints for this program.

 

DriversEd.com - Save 40%
DriversEd.com offers state-approved drivers education for ages 14 and up in all states that certify online drivers education: California, Colorado, Georgia, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Virginia.

 

In all other states (except Utah and Indiana), DriversEd.com offers quality drivers education that teaches teens essential safe-driving information and can provide potential savings on auto insurance.
 
Check out these helpful member testimonials whose teenagers have successfully used this program!
 
If you purchase during LEARNING FUN MONTH, you'll also earn 500 bonus SmartPoints*!

 

* The SmartPoints will be awarded in early November.

 
ExploreLearing Gizmos - Save 35%
Gizmos are fun, easy to use, online, interactive simulations in math and science for teachers and students in grades 3-12 and even college levels.

Over 450 online of simulations make hard-to-grasp math and science concepts easy to understand. Just check out these member testimonials, and kudos from kids as well as parents.

Be sure to watch this introduction demo to see if Gizmos are the resources you've been looking for to add to your Homeschool classroom!

 

What's more, as part of LEARNING FUN MONTH, we are pleased to throw in 500 Bonus SmartPoints*!

 

* The SmartPoints will be awarded in early November. 

 
Happy Scientist - Save 50%
Member kudos continue to pour in for The Happy Scientist!  We're pleased to offer a 1-year subscription at 50% off to The Happy Scientist, a popular online science resource created by Robert Krampf, a lifelong science educator.

 

A 1-year subscription to The Happy Scientist costs only $10, and gives you 24/7/365 access to Robert's library of science resources, including over 190 science videos on everything from bird dissection to making paper to measuring lightening, and over 330 science experiments that can be performed at home with simple, inexpensive materials.

 

What's more, as part of LEARNING FUN MONTH, we are pleased to throw in 200 Bonus SmartPoints*!

 

* The SmartPoints will be awarded in early November. 

 
Plato Learning for Grades 6-8 - Save 63% + Get 500 Bonus SmartPoints

 

Plato Learning for Grades 6-8 - Save 63%

Does your student thrive on interactive visual content? Then, this program could be for you. Formerly called "CyberEd", PLATO Learning Online Science has been a member favorite, consistently drawing great reviews and enthusiastic testimonials from kids and parents!

 

Choose from Life, Physical, or Earth & Space Sciences for your Middle Schooler.  This immensely popular science program is interactive and delivered online, bringing its lessons and mastery tests alive.

 

If you purchase during LEARNING FUN MONTH, you'll receive 500 bonus SmartPoints*, too!

 

* The SmartPoints will be awarded in early November. 

 
Plato Learning for Grades 9-12 - Save 63%

Formerly called "CyberEd", PLATO Learning Online Science has been a member favorite for several years, consistently drawing rave reviews and glowing testimonials.

 

By purchasing a school license, we are now able to offer these award winning Grades 9-12 science courses to homeschoolers around the globe with our signature Group Buy savings.

 

Choose from Physical, Biology, Chemistry, or Technical Fundamentals. Choose the time slot that suits your needs --- and save extra bucks with set time slots OR bump up and enjoy 24/7 access --- your choice!

 

This program is UNAVAILABLE elsewhere, as PLATO only offers their programs to institutions, thus we are pleased to provide this service for Co-op members.

 

And, if you purchase during LEARNING FUN MONTH, we'll give you 500 bonus SmartPoints*!

 

* The SmartPoints will be awarded in early November. 

 
Reading Assistant - Save 74%

If you have a struggling reader, this is a MUST LOOK.  Sally Shaywitz reviewed it in her classic book "Overcoming Dyslexia" and highly recommended it. According to Shaywitz, reading fluency -- repeated oral reading -- should be the #1 priority for parents of dyslexic children, and that's exactly what Reading Assistant is designed to facilitate. 

 

Member testimonials repeatedly refer to how much this program has worked for their kids -- plus the kids love it!

 

Reading Assistant acts as a patient, non-judgmental listener for struggling, self-conscious readers and provides the much needed reading practice that benefits all students. Readers are helped with interactive resources, immediate feedback on errors, and private playback.  Research suggests that as little as 15 minutes a day with Reading Assistant can significantly improve your struggling reader's proficiency.

 

If you purchase during Learning Fun Month, we'll also provide 500 Bonus SmartPoints*!

 

* The SmartPoints will be awarded in early November. 

 
YourTeacher.com - Save 40%

YourTeacher.com is an online video math curriculum for Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2 -- a Cathy Duffy "Top 100 Picks for Homeschool Curriculum."

 

We have received lots of product raves from members who say they tried lots of math curriculums, and this is the one that did it for them. Plus, their kids liked it!

 

If you were to itemize the elements of an ideal online math program, your list might include some of the following: video tutorials, practice exercises (with step-by-step audio explanations), self-tests, reports, and, built-in SAT and ACT Prep -- YourTeacher has it all and more!

 

And, if you purchase during LEARNING FUN MONTH, we'll give you 500 bonus SmartPoints*!

 

* The SmartPoints will be awarded in early November. 

 
Zometool's STEM+ Educator Kit - Save 30%

It's not too late to get the BEST DEAL EVER for STEM+ Educator Kit from the award-winning Zometool.

  

Designed for kids yet praised by scientists and artists alike, Zometool is a 3D modeling system for building and exploring structures from simple to profound. Zometool's color and shape-coded parts can lead to startling discoveries about the nature of space in 2, 3 and even higher dimensions.

 

The New STEM+ Educator Kit comes with almost 1,900 building parts and all the support materials needed to provide hours of education and discovery. It can be used to build any model from the Zometool Project Kit Series, and much more!

What's more, you will get the Zometool Lesson Plan booklet -- a $19.95 value -- absolutely free with your order, along with 1000 SmartPoints*!

 

* SmartPoints will be awarded when the product is purchased. 

 
 
Coming Soon~~~ Coming Soon ~~~

These Group Buys and Special Offers are "in the bag", but there are a few more details to be worked out before we can go live.  We hope to take these Group Buys live in the few weeks.  Stay tuned!
 
  • Microscopes, anyone?

    IT'S OFFICIAL.  We are pleased to let you know that we will be able to offer a Group Buy for Microscopes!  As you probably know -- and especially when it comes to microscopes -- you get what you pay for, and we aren't interested in doing a Group Buy for the cheap stuff you get in the big box stores.

     

    We're working to confirm all the details, but please mark your calendar for early November to place an order.  We are looking at four different microscopes, with possibly some extra supplies.  

    What do you think?

 
  • Tales2Go 

    IT'S OFFICIAL. We are going to move forward with a Group Buy for Tales2Go, an audio book subscription service for teachers and parents who want instant access to over 1600 brand name stories from leading publishers and storytellers to play on Apple iOS devices --  iPhones, iPod Touches and iPads. Here's their current  list of titles. This new service lets you literally take literature on the road - at home, in the car, or anywhere you might go.

     

    The details are still being worked out but we hope to launch this shortly.  Note that this first Group Buy will only be for Apple iOS devices but the company is working on other computer and Android platforms for future potential Group Buys, too.  Thanks to those who provided feedback on this offer!

    Take a look and let us know:  What do you think?

 
What do you think?Negotiating and sponsoring a Group Buy is an expensive and time-consuming proposition, but we love doing it, especially when there is strong member interest.

This section of the newsletter is your opportunity to see -- and influence -- what Group Buys we bring to our membership. 

Please take a look, and let us hear from you. What do you think?
 
  • Ko's Journey 

    These past weeks we've had several great conversations with the CEO of Imagine Education about a possible Group Buy for Ko's Journey, a content rich story-based math game
     
    Developed by an educator, Ko's Journey is online interactive middle school math game and curriculum supplement which can help students improve their foundational math skills while developing their higher-level problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

    Aligned to the Common Core Standards Initiative, this 3D animated story-based game takes students on a 12-hour journey alongside a female hero, Ko, and presents real-life pre-Algebra, geometry, and other math concepts as challenges to solve along the way. The web-based, online instruction is self-paced to support different learning speeds and provides personalized feedback as the student progresses through the story. You can see a demo here.

    We might be able to save members up to 40% with sufficient participation, so:


    Take a look and let us know:  What do you think?

 
 
Do you have any more suggestions for Group Buys?  If so, let us hear from you!

NOTE:  Please understand that Group Buys work best for software or online curriculum with retail values over $100.  We would love to do Group Buys for books or computers, as many of you have requested, but our experience is that in most cases these companies can't offer significant discounts.

 

~~~ Field Trips ~~~
Our Field Trips database is bigger and better than ever!
~~~ Free Curriculum ~~~

This week we offer these free curriculum discoveries and ClickSchooling reviews by Diane Flynn Keith.
Please let us know if YOU find any great educational websites!
 
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~~~ Just For Fun ~~~  
Quote of the week:

 

"I think and think for months and years. Ninety-nine times, the conclusion is false. The hundredth time I am right."

 

- Albert Einstein

 

Do you have any videos, games, jokes, quotes or other light-hearted Internet discoveries that you would like to share with us?  Tell us about it.
We appreciate you at the Co-op!
 
Brett Walter
President
Homeschool Buyers Co-op
 
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