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Join us for an online chat on Monday, January 5th at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time,
6:00 p.m. Mountain Time, 7:00 p.m. Central Time and 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time
for a very special treat! We have compiled a distinguished panel of
educators with eclectic methodologies offering groundbreaking resources.
Use this time to ask questions of the people who are experienced in knowing
what resources you need. You will receive answers to your questions as to
how these services and materials can help *your children* get the most out
of their school and home learning environments.

Char Wrighton will discuss the Zoophonics program which is currently being
used in over 6,000 schools throughout the United States. Char holds a
Masters Degree in Education and Curriculum with credentials in Regular and
Special Education. In addition, Char has a degree in Administration. From
1986-1991 Char taught credentialing cl***es for the University of San
Francisco and Chapman College. She taught weekend workshops at Fresno
Pacific University and University of the Pacific as well. Learn how
Zoophonics can effectively be used in both school and home settings.

Join author Victoria Kindle Hodson as she discusses learning styles,
homeschooling and other topics of interest to parents and teachers.
Victoria believes that students are capable and that their potentials are
unlimited. She will discuss how the the Learning Style Model of Education
expects differences in individual students — different learning readiness,
different rates for learning, and a need for different teaching methods.
She will show how the *positive approach* that she uses is based on working
with each person's natural gifts and dispositions, rather than applying
labels such as A.D.D., Dyslexic, etc.

Dr. Melvin Poage of M.T.E. Ltd. will share how the MTE text series creates a
stairway to calculus. Using the research of Piaget, Montessori and Polya,
the MTE textbooks incorporate several features which builds understanding and
enhances critical thinking. Dr. Poage will discuss the competency
arithmetic, geometric and measurements topics, beginning algebra,
intermediate algebra and pre-calculus tools he offers.

Joan McGivney will join us to discuss the popular game Nation Relation.
Joan is well known for her commitment to education, having served as a
member of the Board of Education - Webster Groves School District. Her
Nation Relation game won a national Parents Choice Honors Award in 1993 and
is currently being used by school and home educators throughout the United
States.

Dave Olszewski, owner of Hello Wood, will share detailed information about
the superb line of finely crafted wood products available. Hello Wood
specializes in the areas of geography, sensorial, mathematics, language,
botany, zoology and furniture. Dave has recently unveiled some new products
that Montessorians will want to know more about.

Jaye Leazer, founder of Creative Care, offers integrated educational craft
solutions
for ECE and daycare providers. Jaye will be on hand to share her expertise and

answer your questions.

Rick Hines, from Fun With Languages, will explain the importance of second
language acquisition in very young children as well as introduce innovative
tools that can be used in both school and home settings.

Steve, from Birdcage Books, will join us to discuss unique art games that
can be used in both school and home environments. Birdcage Books has won
Parents' Choice Gold Medals for each of their art games: The Renaissance Art
Game, The Impressionist Art Game and Van Gogh & Friends. Each game includes
museum-quality playing cards and a companion art book.

Florrie Kitchler spent many childhood days reading about famous Americans.
In fact, reading these books helped her through a very serious childhood
illness. Florrie's desire to preserve many of the legendary books for
future generations inspired her to create Patria Press. You'll want to see how
these literary treasures can be used in your school and home environments.

Intelli-Tunes creator, Ron Brown, will discuss the versatility of the
Intelli-Tunes ™ CDs. This innovative line of 20 audio CD recordings for
PreK-4 has been recommended by LEARNING magazine! Ron will explain how
teaching and learning with music is a powerful educational resource that
makes sense for everyone!

Sonya Bingaman, owner of Natoma Trading Company, will discuss the various
kits, art supplies, book selections and other supplies home that ECE,
daycare owners and homeschooling parents need.

Sandy Greenberg will also join us to discuss Razzmatazz for Kids.
Razzmatazz for Kids recently won the Nova Award Nova Award for "Children's
Group of the Year" 2003 presented by MIANS, the Music Industry ***ociation
of Nova Scotia. Razzmatazz for Kids introduces children to a wide range of
"roots" music in styles such as Folk, Acadian, Celtic, Klezmer, Cajun/Zydeco
and Blues. Drop by to see how you can use these recordings in your
multicultural lesson planning.

Does your teen show an interest in needlepoint or embroidery? Are you
looking for an activity that the two of you can do together? What better
way to show that special teacher, relative or friend just how much you care
by creating a treasure that will be used for years to come. You'll find
just what you need to get started by visiting the Ruth Dilts Design website.
Ruth
will be on hand to answer your questions and share her expertise and resources.

Please be sure to visit these fine sites before entering the chat room.


http://CreativeCare.netfirms.com/
Creative Care

http://www.zoophonics.com/
Zoophonics

http://www.razzmatazz.ns.ca/
Razzmatazz for Kids

http://www.hellowood.com/
Hello Wood

http://www.coachingforlearningsuccess.com
Coaching for Learning Success

http://www.funwithlanguages.com
Fun With Languages

http://www.patriapress.com
Patria Press

http://www.winid.com/nationrelation.htm
Nation Relation

http://www.NatomaTrading.com
Natoma Trading Company

http://www.actionmathematics.com
M.T.E. Ltd.

http://www.intelli-tunes.com
Intelli-Tunes

http://home.earthlink.net/~ruthdiltsdesign/index.html
Ruth Dilts Design

http://www.BirdcageBooks.com
Birdcage Books


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