The Organization of Virginia Homeschoolers
VaHomeschoolers.org
Your Resource. Your Voice. Your Association.
July 20-21, 2007
Science Museum of Virginia
2500 West Broad Street
Richmond, Virginia


Looking for that certain something to energize your homeschooling? Check out our vendor hall and you are bound to find it!
We will be adding new vendors as they become available, so check back often!
American Shakespeare Center
The American Shakespeare Center presents entertaining and educational performances at the world's only
recreation of Shakespeare's indoor playhouse as well as workshops, teacher seminars, and educational
materials. Visit our website for more information.
Arbonne International
Arbonne's pure, safe and beneficial personal care products are sweeping the nation and capturing the
attention of professionals, doctors, educators, stay-at-home moms and entrepreneurs! People are getting
the health and beauty results they have long desired and many are choosing the Arbonne Opportunity as a
lucrative source of income to meet their families needs and others.
Averett University
Averett University offers a M.Ed in curriculum and instruction. Classes meet on alternating weekends
and are taught in the West End, Southside, and Petersburg.
Blue Ridge International Academy
Enhance your child's education with one or more of our web-based courses, available anytime, anywhere.
Bright Minds
Bright Minds' books and software guarantee better grades and higher test scores through fun and engaging
activities that promote critical thinking skills in all subject areas for all ages and grade levels.
Championship Chess
Chess is a learning tool for the mind that just happens to be a game! Studies conclude that a student's
IQ increases and test scores improve after less than a year of systematic chess study. Our unique
curriculum along with well developed lesson plans strengthen learning through chess logic puzzles
which promote strong cognitive skills. Chess Program Director, Jerry Eidson is forming a limited number of
clubs for Fall. Our class time consists of instruction and guided play. Group sessions make this very
affordable. For more information see our website, email us at
Championship Chess or call 804.379.9798.
Classical Magic
Classical Music-- books with CDs. Classical Magic offers the easiest, most enjoyable way for children to
learn the music of the great composers by singing lyrics - educational and entertaning. Visit our website
for samples.
College Solutions
College Solutions provides pre-college counseling for all Virginia homeschoolers. We specialize in college
entrance requirements, the scholarship and financial aid process, and standardized test preparation and
requirements.
Colonial Williamsburg
Education is essential to the continuation of our free democracy, and Colonial Williamsburg believes
that history should be the very core of that education. Understanding our rich American history and
heritage prepares citizens to participate in the democratic process - a process that sustains the
ideals of freedom and equality immortalized by this nation’s founders.
Computer Math Online
Full-year, online math classes for high school students. Classes include: Algebra One and Two,
Geometry, Pre-Calculus, and Introduction to Programming.
Department of Historic Resources
Virginia's Department of Historic Resources' exhibit, Solving History's Mysteries: The History Discovery Lab,
involves visitors learning through archaeology and historic architecture. The Department provides many other
resources, including Virginia Indian and African American Archaeological Resource Kits, web inter-actives,
text, activity books and lesson plans, and sponsors Virginia Archaeology Month each October.
Discovery Toys
Discovery Toys was founded in 1978 on the belief that play is one of the most enjoyable - and important -
activities in which a child can participate. It's for this reason that every product developed and selected
by us must meet the stringent Discovery Toys® standards of quality and developmental value. It's also why we
child-test our toys - to ensure that playing with them is a fun, safe, and rewarding experience.
DNA Depot
Safe, innovative, and affordable life science educational resources primarily for students in
grades 5 through 8 in self-directed learning.
Dr. Katharine K. Reilly
Facilitating exemplary education in the home - homeschool consulting, program preparation and assessment, and
student tutoring.
ECPI College of Technology
ECPI College of Technology is an independent, private college accredited with the Commission on
Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools offering Bachelor of Science, Associate of
Science, and Associate of Applied Science degrees, and diplomas and certificate programs. ECPI's
primary mission is to provide a quality collegiate education. The College is committed to being a
premier institution of higher education with an innovative, student-centered learning environment. It
is dedicated to assisting graduates with career development and the pursuit of a lifelong learning.
Educator's Exchange
Gently used homeschool curriculum and educational materials. Online catalog updated DAILY!
Environmental Concern
Environmental Concern promotes the public understanding and stewardship of wetlands with the goal of
improving water quality and enhancing nature's habitat through wetland outreach and education, native
species horticulture, and the restoration, construction and enhancement of wetlands.
Federal Reserve System
The Federal Reserve System offers FREE educational resources for teaching the Federal Reserve System,
economics, and personal finance.
Fun Books
FUN Books offers fun and educational products for the entire family, including: the Rosetta Stone,
Miquon, the Murderous Maths series, and more! We encourage pre-orders to ensure that we bring what
you want. We'll even give you an extra discount.
Email us for more information
Joyful Noise Books & Gifts
Joyful Noise Books & Gifts is a family-run Christian book fair business.
Krafty Kid LLC
The Krafty Kid LLC sells thematic craft packs to support your curriculum. Themes include Dinosaurs,
Ocean, Ancient Civilizations, Native Americans, Outer Space, and Animals.
The Mountain Retreat and Learning Centers
The vision of The Mountain is to be a relevant institution for generations to come, actively working
with others to create communities committed to peace, justice, civility and compassionate behavior.
Moving Beyond the Page
Moving Beyond the Page is a comprehensive research-based curriculum designed to challenge and stimulate
gifted and creative homeschoolers.
Pearson Digital Learning
At Pearson Digital Learning, our mission is to provide innovative, research-based digital learning
solutions that elevate the art and science of teaching, and inspire children to reach their greatest
potential. Reaching more than 20 million students annually, our products include: the SuccessMaker®
Enterprise and NovaNET® educational courseware; the KnowledgeBox® digital learning system; and
the ELLIS® solutions for English language instruction. Pearson Digital Learning is also the
exclusive distributor for the Waterford Early Learning Programs, adaptive computer-based instruction
developed by the Waterford Research Institute.
People to People Ambassador, Inc.
Founded in 1956 by President Eisenhower, who was inspired after his experiences in WWII to find a way for
people to communicate through peaceful means outside of government. The mission of our organization is
peace through understanding. Traditionally, our programs have taken American students abroad to cultural
programs but we also have domestic programs. These programs are curriculum based programs that are hosted
in D.C. and at many prestigious college campuses throughout the state, such as Harvard/MIT, Stanford,
UCLA, U of Chicago, NYU, etc. Students attend these programs from all over the world, and they learn
about leadership, community service, how to get ahead in the college admissions race, and if they choose,
they can explore a specific career opportunity such as Business, Medicine, Law, Theater and the Arts, and
International Diplomacy
The Poe Museum
The Poe Museum in Richmond, Virginia, interprets the life and works of Edgar Allan Poe to the public
through exhibitions, programs, and special events.
Right Start Math
RightStart Mathematics uses the AL Abacus to provide a visual, auditory, and kinesthetic experience.
The elementary and intermediate program lessons guide the teacher day-by-day and year-by-year, helping
children understand, apply, and enjoy mathematics while surpassing state standards.
Science Museum of Virginia
Where else can visitors off all ages experiment, learn, explore and delve into scientific concepts? The Science
Museum makes science fun with hundreds of hands-on exhibits.
Small Wonders Enterprises
Small Wonders Enterprises inspires kids to "Think BIG! You're never too little to make a difference!"
Award-winning books, creative activities for kids, and free resources for parents and teachers (preK-3).
Sonlight Curriculum
The way you wish you'd been taught. Guaranteed. Flexible...Faith-Affirming...Filled with Great Stories
SONshine Christian Store/SONday Enterprises, LLC
A distributor of Christian books, bibles and educational materials from publisher's closeouts,
overstocks and returns. Our products are priced at 50 to 80% below retail.
Story Time Felts
"Story Time is Together Time." By offering a product that combines together time and the
highest quality visual aids, Story Time Felts assists in producing imagination, creativity, learning
and fun!
The Science Place
The Science Place is the place for hands-on homeschool science! The Joy of Science is in your hands! ©
The Talent Developing Studio
The Talent Developing Studio, with its team of committed professional educators, offers music instruction
at all levels, beginning Spanish (primary/elementary), art instruction, and special enrichment programs
for homeschoolers and gifted students.
Usborne Books
Great books for kids!
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts offers a world of art, history, and culture for you to explore.
Visit our website for information on programs, exhibitions, and tours.
Virginia Opera
Under the artistic leadership of Maestro Peter Mark, the company is known and respected nationwide for the
identification and presentation of the finest young artists, for the musical and dramatic integrity of its
productions, and for the ingenuity and variety of its education and outreach programs.
The Virginia Sports Hall of Fame
The Virginia Sports Hall of Fame and Museum offers hands-on interactive family fun! Education programs
encompassing healthy life, character development, math, and science can be tailored to meet your needs.
Write More Education Resources
Write More Education Services has created the ideal set of products and programs to aid in the development of
your homeschool student's writing skills. Write More focuses on providing everything you need to make
writing fun for students and easier to teach!
Callirobics
Callirobics is a series of simple repetitive shapes set to music. The music adds rhythm and flow to the
writing. Great for participants with strong auditory preference.
CyberAcademics
Cyber Academics, LLC provides an online curriculum for 7th through 12th grade students in both the homeschool
and private school environment. Our curriculum focuses on core knowledge with the advantage of advanced
courses supported by certified teachers. The curriculum is completely contained in the online software that
is used.
Virginia Tutoring Services
Effective, Affordable, and Convenient In-Home Tutoring.