unSocialized Educated at Home; Engaging the World

Performing with Crossflame Youth Choir has given my children great opportunities, not only to learn something about music, but to serve their community through volunteer work at the Salvation Army, homeless shelters, nursing homes, children’s shelters, and a variety of churches.

Crossflame Youth choir from Hickory, NC performing at White Bluff UMC in Savannah, GA on June 17, 2012. 

Humans Forming the Statue of Liberty

If you need photos for your blog or for projects your kids are working on, check out this gallery of historic images.

Tesla’s Magnifying Transmitter

Roosevelt With Elephant He Just Killed

Woman Working a War Job

From July 27 to August 12, more than 10,000 athletes will be participating in the 2012 Summer Olympics in London. Explore more at the London 2012 Olympic Games site and these additional links:

Road to London: See event schedules, view athlete and team profiles, sport descriptions, photo and video galleries, and play a game called London Countdown

Visitor’s Guide: If you’re planning to visit London this July or August, MapsofWorld has available on its site detailed venue maps showing the distance and accessibility from airports and bus stations, and ticketing information. There’s also information on Olympics history, sports and participating nations for this year’s games.

Follow the Torch: Learn about the history of the torch relay and view the route.

Olympic Symbols: Download a PDF on the history and meaning of the rings, flame, motto of the Olympics.

Sports Slideshow: Watch a slideshow highlighting the 26 sports in which athletes will compete.

Activities and Printables: Lots of stuff from Enchanted

Learning

More Activities and Printables: Lots of stuff from Activity Village