Ask the Readers: Video or Textbook (Or Both)?

A couple of weeks ago we asked you what your favorite curriculum was.  We got so many responses through our blog, our Facebook page, and Twitter, that we thought we would pose another question: Does your family use textbooks, videos, or both as part of your everyday home school curriculum?

In the last decade, the Internet, DVDs, CDs, and multimedia in general have made information more accessible than ever before. Many curriculum providers that previously specialized in textbooks now offer companion DVDs; some new companies publish almost nothing but CDs and DVDs. what do you use?

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Online Registration for Searcy Convention Closes Wednesday.

The home school convention in Searcy is this Friday and Saturday.  Time is running out to pre-register online. Online registration will remain open until Wednesday.  After that, you can register at the door on Friday or Saturday.

Registration is good for both days at the home school convention. Don’t miss this opportunity to browse volumes of books, CDs, and videos designed to help you educate your children. And don’t forget about Saturday’s performance of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat! This performance is your chance to enjoy a quality, family-oriented play while supporting home schooling in Arkansas.

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