Educational, Hobby and Family Online Course Descriptions

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Family Christmas Class

(Ages 5 - Adult-designed for parent, grandparent, older sibling or mentor to "play" online with a youngster.)

Nov. 28 - Dec. 30, 2008

The Christmas season is a time to celebrate families and togetherness.

In the 21st century, an innovative and fun way to do that is on the Internet.

The Family Christmas Class has activities for all age groups.

Many activities are for adults and children to "play" together.

There are a multitude of activities and links to explore in the convenience of a warm home, any time day or night.

Put on some Christmas music and have some fun!

This Internet family class will explore:

the North Pole and Santa's Workshop,

Christmas Around the World,
the spiritual side of Christmas (Introductions to Christian, Jewish and Kwanzaa celebrations),
and the traditions of Christmas.

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The Eyes of March (Ages 5 - Adult-designed for parent, grandparent, older sibling or mentor to "play" online with a youngster.)

Mar. 1 - Mar. 30, 2009

There are many things for the "eyes" of March to see and to reveal.

1. Probably the most famous holiday in March is St. Patrick's Day.; But do you know anything about St. Patrick? Let your eyes learn about this famous man and his connection to shamrocks and the Blarney Stone.; 2. What is the Emerald Isle? Why is it called that? What all is there?; Feast your eyes on these sites.; 3. Where do leprechauns live?; What is the connection between rainbows and the pot of gold?; How do rainbows form? What do you know about GOLD?; These eyes of March can show you!; 4. March eyes see Irish Tales, Recipes, Ballads and Songs.
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Unsolved Mysteries
(Ages 13 - Adult)

July 15 - Aug. 14, 2008
Oct. 2 - Nov. 1, 2008: Review controversies about the Abominable Snow Man, Lock Ness Monster, Ball Lightning, Lake Champlain Creature, Stonehenge. Explore what happened to Amelia Earhardt, Black Holes and more.
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Fourth of July

(Ages 5-9 designed for parent, grandparent, older sibling or mentor to "play" online with a youngster.)

June 5 - July 5, 2008: An online, self-paced course explaining the meaning and history of the Fourth of July holiday. See sites on the Internet regarding the history of the holiday, it's celebrations and songs. See a dazzling display of fireworks--virtual reality style! Learn about the American flag, famous Americans and historical events causing this celebration. There are activities for all ages! Very good for young children.
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The National Parks of America (Ages 12 - Adult)



July 1 - 30, 2008
Sept. 23 - oct. 23, 2008
Nov. 4 - Dec. 4, 2008: Explore the National Parks in the U.S. The next best thing to traveling/camping at each one. If you are planning a trip to any of the National Parks, take this course before leaving. Includes National Monuments, Battlegrounds, Seashore, Preserves, Recreation Areas and more. Click button for registration information on this course.; Summer Fun (Ages 13 - Adult)



June 12 - July 12, 2008
July 15 - Aug. 14, 2008
Aug. 21 - Sept. 20, 2008: Here are all sorts of activities that you can do inside and outside during the summer all over the country!; Places to go and things to do--virtual reality style! Learn about things you never knew existed! Travel via the World Wide Web to places you may never see any other way! Looking for places to travel? Get your ideas here. Sign up now for your one-to-one guide to fun this summer!
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Over and Under the Sea (Ages 11 - Adult)


June 3 - July 3, 2008
July 16 - Aug. 15, 2008
Sept. 18 - Oct. 18, 2008: In this online adventure we will take a look at the evolution of beaches and coral reefs and the animals related to those habitats. There are a lot of activities to explore so dive in and get your feet wet -- virtual reality style. Take advantage of one-on-one interaction with the instructor.
Click button for registration information on this course.: Look to the Sky (Ages 11 - Adult)


July 17 - Aug. 16, 2008
Sept. 18 - Oct. 18, 2008
Nov. 4 - Dec. 4, 2008: Look into this online adventure and learn about asteroids, comets and eclipses. Discuss the possibility of asteroids hitting the earth. View the rocks and ice and rock balls that rouse the curiosity. Eclipses are also amazing. Take some time now, look to the sky!
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Lighthouses
(Ages 12 - Adult)
A Lighthouse is a symbol of hope and safe journey. All along coastlines worldwide, lighthouse
beacons have warned of danger, helped sailors determine where they were,
and brought them home safely. Lighthouses are recognized in the daytime by different shapes
and painted color features and are recognized by their flashing lights at night. We will take a
look at some lighthouses that are still around and some that are not. There are many links to
beautiful pictures, maps, stories, etc. Meet some lighthouse keepers and learn how they lived
and performed their duties. Read about the ghosts that haunt some of the lighthouses today.

Lighthouses of the Atlantic Coast

July 17 - Aug. 16, 2008
Oct. 1 - 30, 2008
A virtual look at the history, architecture and pictures of lighthouses located in
Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, E. New York, New Jersey, Maryland,: Delaware, Virginia, N. and S. Carolina, Georgia, E. Florida and Puerto Rico.
An exploration of these lighthouses on the Internet.
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Lighthouses of the Canadian Coast

June 5 - July 5, 2008
Sept. 18 - Oct. 18, 2008
A virtual look at the history, architecture and pictures of lighthouses located in
Eastern Canada (Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland), Central Canada (Quebec, and Ontario), and Western Canada (British Columbia).
An exploration of these lighthouses on the Internet.
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Lighthouses of the Great Lakes
June 12 - July 12, 2008
Oct. 1 - 30, 2008
A virtual look at the history, architecture and pictures of lighthouses located in
W. New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin and Minnesota.
An exploration of these lighthouses on the Internet.
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Lighthouses of the Gulf Coast

June 3 - July 3, 2008
Nov. 1 - 30, 2008

A virtual look at the history, architecture and pictures of lighthouses located in
Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Western and Southern Florida.
An exploration of these lighthouses on the Internet.
Sign up today to learn about the beacons of the past!
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Lighthouses of the Pacific Coast

July 17 - Aug. 16, 2008
Oct. 7 - Nov. 6, 2008
A virtual look at the history, architecture and pictures of lighthouses located in
Alaska, Washington, Oregon, California and Hawaii.
An exploration of these lighthouses on the Internet.

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Caregiving Tips
July 14 - Aug. 13, 2008
Aug. 18 - Sept. 17, 2008
Nov. 11 - Dec. 11, 2008: A course full of tips and information for those who are, or will be, caregiving for Senior Citizens. Includes information on Living Arrangements, Housing and Transportation, Health and Nutrition, Body Changes and Medication, Government Programs, Insurance and Legal Affairs and How to Take Care of Yourself as the Caregiver. Utilize this online opportunity to learn more in the privacy of your own home at your convenience.
: Explore the Internet (Ages 13 -Adult)


June 5 - July 5, 2008
Sept. 4 - Oct. 4, 2008
: Visit a variety of the best websites, G Rated for adults and children. You will explore everything from Asteroids to Zebra sites and everything in between. Sites with recipes and crafts, sites about genealogy and lighthouse exploration, sites about social studies, science, math, photography, gardening and much more. You can even submit a subject to the instructor and sites will be found for you to visit. Sign up now to explore your favorite subjects on the Internet from the comfort of your own home.; Click button for registration information on this course.
Back to the List of Courses: For Hobby Courses: Genealogy, Civil War, Stargazing, Stamp Collecting and Native Plant Course Descriptions, Click Here; For other Educational Courses: Science, Math Social Studies, Click Here
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