Faith First Homeschool Academy

We loved the opportunity to tie dye at the capitol! If you missed it before, check out the link to register!

Our very popular tie-dye program for youth ages 5-15 returns to the Old State Capitol for three Saturdays in October, beginning October 3. Space is limited, so reservations are strongly recommended. Get all the details and make your reservation at https://TieDyeattheOldStateCapitol.eventbrite.com - we hope to see you there! This program is part of a special October edition of History Comes Alive - view the full schedule at https://www.visitspringfieldillinois.com/Landing/HCASeasonal.aspx

Image: Children stand at tables making their own tie-dye shirts in the State Library at the Old State Capitol.

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Flowers that won't die🍁🌹

Next Wednesday the Lincoln Library, The Public Library of Springfield, IL is hosting a TWEENS afternoon of slime!

We are in full swing! This year is different but still very intentional with a vision to support the homeschool community. The goal is to partner with families!

Come see us at Lincoln Library this week!

🚨 FREE STEM CURRICULUM FROM MARK ROBER

Mark Rober’s team has released Class CrunchLabs, a completely free science/STEM curriculum that homeschool families can use.

It’s designed mainly for grades 3–8 and includes:

🧪 Hands-on science activities
🎥 Engaging video lessons
📚 Student and teacher materials
✅ Assessments
⚙️ Topics like forces, energy, magnets, motion, and more

You do not need a CrunchLabs subscription or kit to use the curriculum.

If you have a kid who loves Mark Rober—or you’re just looking for a fun, hands-on science option—this is definitely worth checking out.

Free curriculum:
https://www.classcrunchlabs.org/curriculum

We love Art Hub! Our students got to explore art hub AFTER their academics!

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