Howdy, homeschoolers! Are you ready for a rip-roarin’, rootin’-tootin’ good time. Well good, because today we are going to learn about the rich heritage of bluegrass music. Bluegrass music is a roots form of what is now called country and western music. It is characterized by the use of banjoes, fiddles, and guitars. What are you waiting for, start picking, scratching, and strumming!

Pre-Kindergarten Homeschoolers
Surberstation: You can listen to bluegrass through this great podcast. Get ready for an olde time hoedown!

Elementary Homeschoolers
Bluesgrass Kids: There are lots of kids just like you pickin’ and strummin’ away on banjo’s, fiddles, and guitars! Check it out here.

Middle School Homeschoolers
IBMA: The International Bluegrass Music Association is a great website to learn about Bluegrass of the past and present.

High School Homeschoolers
Cybergrass: This well-maintained page will keep you updated on all the live bluegrass shows around the country. Don’t miss these great bands when they come to your town.

“Praise the LORD, O my soul; all my inmost being, praise his holy name.” -Psalm 103:1

In Him,
The Jubilee Academy

What’s the deal, homeschoolers? What’s the deal indeed! Today we are going to learn how to become poker-faced card sharks. There are lots of fun card games to learn. You might even learn some math on the side! Now remember,the Bible has a lot to say about the dangers of gambling. When we play card games, we don’t play for money, just for fun. Remember, don’t be a sore loser! Ok, who wants to deal?

Pre-Kindergarten Homeschoolers
Yahoo! Games: Got any threes? Go fish! This popular kids card game is free at Yahoo!

Elementary Homeschoolers
Yahoo! Games: How bout a free trial of Jewel Quest Solitaire?

Middle School Homeschoolers
Family Fun: Five Card Frenzy will put you in a frenzy! It’s a crazy mix-up between solitaire and five-card poker.

High School Homeschoolers
The House of Cards: Here are dozens of links to different card games like Cribbage, Spades, Bridge, Canasta, Euchre, Hearts, and more!

“Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit of life set me free from the law of sin and death.” -Romans 8:1-2

In Him,
The Jubilee Academy

Hiya homeschoolers! Today we are going to goof around with some basketball games. Do you have what it takes to be a pro-baller? Basketball has an American sport for over 100 years. It was created by a physical education instructor who wanted to provide his students with a competitive sport that relied on factors other than strength. This way, the scrawnier players had a chance against the big guys. Let’s enjoy some basketball fun together!

Pre-Kindergarten Homeschoolers
Pepere: Check out this cool basketball flash game. Can you get a three-pointer?

Elementary Homeschoolers
Janim: Here’s a shockwave basketball game; this time in 3D. Try to aim your shot as best you can to win the big game.

Middle School Homeschoolers
Netfit: Here are some plyometric exercises that will improve your jumping, sprinting, and explosive power. These qualities are perfect for developing your basketball skills.

High School Homeschoolers
Hoophall: Basketball has a long and storied history. The Basketball Hall of Fame webpage has tons of cool information about how this great game got bouncing!

“All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.” -2 Timothy 3:16-17

In Him,
The Jubilee Academy

Good morning! Today we homeschoolers are going to greet the new day with some singing. Did you know that God hears every note homeschoolers sing? It’s true! Your voice delights him when you lift it up in praise. Let’s worship the Lord together through the art of song.

Pre-Kindergarten Homeschoolers
Preschool Rainbow: Here are some fun fingerplays. Have a sing-a-long with some friends!

Elementary Homeschoolers
Rabbit Ranch: Here you’ll find some great Bible-themed songs and rhymes just for kids. You can even download them to find out how they sound.

Middle School Homeschoolers
Worship Songs: This great resource is full of dozens of hymns and contemporary worship songs that you can listen to and sing.

High School Homeschoolers
Radio Grace: Check out this great page from The MorningStar Academy. It’s a free streaming radio station that broadcasts contemporary Christian music all over the world!

“Every house is built by someone, but God is the builder of everything.” -Hebrews 3:4

In Him,
The Jubilee Academy

On Wednesday we learned all about Pilgrims. Then on Thursday we learned about Native Americans. Today, we will learn about Thanksgiving, that fateful day upon which the two people groups met for a leisurly meal. Click on the links below to learn more about why we celebrate Thanksgiving today.

Pre-Kindergarten Homeschoolers
Bethany Roberts: This great page is full of Thanksgiving recipes, jokes, riddles, and other fun stuff.

Elementary Homeschoolers
Black Dog: Check out this great page for tons of fun Thanksgiving games, puzzles, crafts, and more.

Middle School Homeschoolers
Pilgrims.net: Click here to find out more about what it was like during the first Thanksgiving. There’s even a recipe for a Native American pudding dish for your Thanksgiving feast!

High School Homeschoolers
Mises Institute: This is a fascinating and thought-provoking article about the economic conditions which birthed capitalism in America.

“Your statutes are my heritage forever; they are the joy of my heart.” -Psalm 119:111

In Him,
The Jubilee Academy