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Giveaway!  We Choose Virtues Parenting Cards

11/28/2015

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UPDATED!! Black Friday/Cyber Monday Sales List 

11/27/2015

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Check out my blog post from last week:  http://oahuhomeschoolmom.weebly.com/blog/homeschool-holiday-deals

As if it wasn't before... now it has got to be THE most comprehensive list of homeschool Black Friday sales and Cyber Monday homeschool deals (for 2015) available right now!!  I have now more than QUARDUPLED the sales list on the Black Friday & Cyber Monday homeschool sales (holiday deals) post from when I first posted it!  Over SIXTY-FIVE sales are on there now (in alphabetical order, to make it easier to find what you're looking for).  Please do SHARE this & spread the word!  Seriously.  How could you let your friends miss out on this kind of information?  ;-)  
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Fresh Cut Christmas Trees

11/26/2015

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Helemano Farms has locally grown Christmas trees available (both the traditional kind and a Hawaiian version), and will be open tomorrow! Their prices are usually rather reasonable and you get to choose which tree they cut down for you! Check out their website for hours and other details.  (http://www.helemanofarms.com/)
This might not seem homeschool related, but it can be! Helemano Farms has worked with homeschool (and school) groups in the past for group tours/visits during the holidays and other visits after the holiday season. The owner has been very kind and flexible in the past. If you have any questions, would like some pictures of the farm, or would like me to find something out for you about this farm, I'd be happy to drop in there next time I get a chance. Just let me know!

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Try Amazon Prime FREE for 30 days!  

11/25/2015

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Try Amazon Prime FREE for 30 days... which is just in time for their Black Friday & Cyber Monday deals!  Prime members often get to see the Black Friday sales before non-members and it definitely helps to have the added savings of free shipping on top of whatever it is that you score during the holiday sales!  Please remember, though, that some things can't ship to Hawaii and the 2-day shipping usually doesn't apply here either (it's still free shipping, but it often takes longer).  
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Polar Bear Freebie

11/24/2015

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All About Learning Press is offering a FREE 30 page pack of polar bear themed spelling and reading activities!  Go claim yours!

http://info.allaboutlearningpress.com/polar-bear-pack

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Review - "Homespun Holidays: Fall & Winter"

11/22/2015

 
Recently, the Schoolhouse Review Crew offered me a chance to review The Old Schoolhouse Magazine's ebook, Homespun Holidays: Fall and Winter.  It has been a little gem that helped stir up the holiday spirit and excitement for our family just in time for Thanksgiving. Since I have a diverse reader base (which I love!), I'd like to note that this book is faith-based (many Christ-centered ideas and some Bible verses), but it also has ideas and recipes that could appeal to a secular homeschool family. I am pleased to share our opinions on the book, along with a little bit of our experience as we used it thus far. But I can't wait to get back to it and try some more!  I'll be sure to update you if we have more thoughts on it after further use.
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Homespun Holidays Review
Homeschool Life: time to craft! - Hawaii Homschooling
y​​As the word "homespun" in the name implies, this book contains plenty of ideas to create a warm atmosphere for the holidays, filled with homemade, hand-crafted goodies.  Mingling among the recipes and craft projects were poems, book suggestions, insider's tips, and stories from the authors lives. The whole thing had a relaxed and casual feel, giving me a sense of family and genuineness. It was as though some neighborhood moms got together over coffee to chat and share their favorite holiday ideas and traditions, with one of them compiling it all in a nice collective presentation afterward.  I have a family cookbook from my grandparents generation, which includes cooking tips, quotes, and memories interspersed throughout.  This ebook reminded me of that.  

Since my girls absolutely adore cooking, crafts, and poetry, they nearly thought it was an early Christmas present to go through the book and choose their favorites!  They wanted to give something from each area a try - choosing from the recipes, book suggestions, games, traditions, and crafts.  However, a few things don't apply or work for us right now, either because we live in Hawaii (and seasonal experiences like raking leaves aren't the norm for us here) or because I have Celiac (making many of the recipes less appealing since it would require adapting them to be gluten free).  Luckily, there was enough substance in the ebook to give us plenty to try out, despite our minor limitations.  

Aside from saying that the recipes in the ebook all sound yummy, I won't comment on them further in this review.  This is because the changes I would have to make would alter the result, making the taste or texture slightly different, resulting in an unfair judgement of the original recipe. (I am, however, happy to elaborate on our experience with the recipes for any of my readers who also eat gluten free and might be curious about this - simply feel free to email me or comment below if you have any questions!)

I enjoyed reading the stories of seasonal traditions in other families (especially the shepherd's dinner - which we haven't done but I'm sure my kids would love), which sparked thoughts on new traditions that I'm considering implementing in our house.  I love traditions! 

Our kids could sit all day listening to books, so we always like to hear about other people's favorites. There weren't many books mentioned in Homespun Holidays: Fall & Winter, but you will find a few treasured story suggestions in there. The poetry was cute, but not awe inspiring or extremely memorable. Additionally, I think it would have been a nice addition if audio book and family-friendly movie recommendations had been included as well... something to listen to or watch while enjoying the other cooking, baking, or crafting projects!  

Homespun Holidays Review - craft!
 Homespun Holidays Review - craft!
"The crafts were the most fun aspect, in my family's opinion.  The ideas in Homespun Holidays: Fall and Winter could appeal to a variety of skill levels and interests, from the quick and easy to the slightly more time consuming and complex (albeit not too much so).  This is nice for those hoping to get a spectrum of inspiration from the book, but maybe a tad disappointing for those that only want simple projects or only things that young kids can do on their own.  Nonetheless, I didn't find any of the included ideas to be too difficult or beyond the realm of possibility (given enough preparation and effort).  

I am not the most crafty mama - though I would certainly like to be (you should see all my lofty Pinterest-y goals!) - so things like the "scarecrow welcome sign" weren't in my realm of readiness and skill level at this point.  (I did, however, just get a sewing machine as a gift for my birthday, so I hope to improve in this area soon!)  But not to worry!  There were also simple crafts that we were able to do with things normally found around the house.  "Normally" being the key word here... since finding a good old-fashioned wire clothes hanger took us DAYS.  Ha!  ​
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​Two of our craft choices were a wreath and some brown paper "I'm Thankful for You" treat bags. Although we had most of the materials and ingredients needed for our selections, we swung by Ben Franklin's Crafts in Pearl City to pick up what we lacked (like holiday themed ribbon - though I am sure you could get it cheaper from Walmart or Target)... and walked out with more than we needed.
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Hawaii Homeschooling crafts
Some of the ornament tags we found at Ben Franklin Crafts. We used one like this for our wreath.
The girls had so much fun brainstorming other craft possibilities while we were there!  We ended up leaving with a bag full of goodies for homemade gifts - both from ideas in the ebook and of our own design. We plan to include some of these gifts in the "treat bags" mentioned above (which we will use as homemade gift bags).  
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Homespun Holidays Review - Thanksgiving ABCs - Hawaii Homeschooling
On the way home, we took the opportunity to play a thankfulness game from the ebook, called "Thanksgiving ABCs", where we each took turns naming something we were thankful for, matching each letter of the alphabet. The girls seemed to have an abundance of foods on their list, so I encouraged even more ideas as we went along.  It wasn't an exciting game, but it helped pass the time in the car and was a nice way to get the kids (well, all of us, really) thinking about being appreciative, even for the little things in life.

As soon as we had the chance, we started working on the crafts from the book.  About 10 minutes into the wreath project (which is made using plastic trash bags), my 8-year old commented that she "didn't think this would be a fun craft, but it really is!"  She loved it. While she handled the majority of the design and execution, we each contributed (even Little Sister was able to help a lot) and we all felt proud of the result.  It was a good family project and we bonded during our time spent together working on it. ​​
Homespun Holidays Review - trash bag wreath
Our finished wreath! Isn't it cute?

​Overall, we liked Homespun Holidays: Fall and Winter.  You can find it at The Old Schoolhouse's Store.  Normally it costs $12.45 but at the time of this writing, it is currently available for free!  (That could change at any moment, of course!)  Being free, I would definitely recommend it to others!  At the full price, I'd say that it depends on the person and what they are looking for.  It does have a lot of value and heart put into it!  I think that a lot of fall and winter ideas similar to those in this ebook can be found on Pinterest or elsewhere on the internet, but this format brought things together by season, makes it easy and quick to have a fun selection to choose from, and I think it would be a good starting point - especially for those that would be overwhelmed by the vast number of options (and trying to find them) online. Plus, as I mentioned earlier, there was that special "family feel" to this ebook, making it feel like a friend offering their beloved ideas for enjoying the season.
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Box Of Crafts

11/20/2015

 
Box of Crafts, Hawaii Homeschooling, Oahu Homeschool Mom
Here's a sneak peak at the new local Box of Crafts service! Some of the crafts we made this month were: a silly fall tree finger puppet, a Thanksgiving turkey, a 3D paper pumpkin, and some really adorable owls!  We had fun with the crafts but also had some feedback for the company.  We will be testing Box of Crafts out for another two months to really get a good idea of what they have to offer, then I will write up a full review to share our experience and thoughts with you!

Box of Crafts, Hawaii Homeschooling, Oahu Homeschool Mom
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The Box of Crafts company offers a monthly subscription service in which customers receive a box in the mail with craft ideas and almost everything needed to create them. The company states that the crafts are intended for children ages 4-8 and prices begin at $20/month. We are participating in their test group as they get the service rolling.  We are providing feedback and suggestions in return for being able to try out the crafts.  They did not request a review or blog post for their product, nor did they compensate me for sharing this here.  I am not an affiliate or otherwise financially associated with them, nor do I gain any referral benefits.  This post and information therein is being shared here for informational purposes only, so that other homeschool families on island might know about another option for their kids.  Any questions?  Please contact the company directly.  
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Winter Eco Camp

11/19/2015

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camp idea and information for homeschoolers in Hawaii
Looks like some fun winter camps for kids ages 5-11 are being offered by The Green House Hawaii! $150/session. 10% sibling discount. Check out their website for more details and to register.

(This is not a paid advertisement. I have no financial connection with this company nor have I received any benefit or compensation for posting about them here. This information is just being passed along in hopes it might benefit other homeschoolers.  All questions regarding this camp should be directed to The Green House Hawaii.)
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Bubble Run 

11/18/2015

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The Barber's Point (5K) Bubble Run will be held on January 9th, 2016. TODAY is the last day to sign up for the Barber's Point Bubble Run at the discounted $20 rate. After today, the registration fee goes up to $50. (Children under 4 race free with paid adult registration.) FYI: There is also a $10 parking free on the day of the event.
Training for this run could be a good motivator for running as part of your homeschool PE! 
http://www.bubblerun.com/upcoming-locations/honolulu-hi/
(NOTE: I have *no* financial or other business affiliation with the Bubble Run. This is not a paid advertisement. I've received *no* benefit or compensation for posting about them here. This is for informational purposes only, being shared in hopes that it might benefit another homeschooling family to know local options.)
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Black Friday & Cyber Monday: Homeschool Deals!

11/17/2015

 
compiled list of lots of Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and holiday deals for homeschoolers and their families, from Oahu Homeschool Mom
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Do you shop online for the holidays?  
Are you looking for a great deal on homeschool curriculum and educational materials?
Then I have just the thing for you!  
Here is a list of 90 companies with Black Friday and/or Cyber Monday specials!
(+ MORE to be added soon!)

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​I am so excited!  Here is a vast compilation of Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales for homeschoolers!!!  I've been working on this post for awhile.  In years past, I missed some great homeschool holiday deals. So this year, I decided to be proactive and seek out the coolest, most generous education-related companies to find out if they would be offering a sale this season.  And in keeping with the nature of my website, I couldn't help but compile a list!  

This little treasure of a blog post is here to share the fruits of my labor!  Each company listed below has different sales/offers, so be sure to read all the relevant details and contact them directly if you have any questions.  Some of the companies I spoke with did not want their special deals revealed until closer to the day of the sale, while others gave me a sneak peak. As such, I will add more sales and details as allowed, so be sure to check back in with this post often for the latest updates and "sales reveals".  If you know of any other deals, be sure to share in comment below or contact me via email or Facebook!

Below the Homeschool Holiday Deals, I have also listed a few other companies that do not plan to have a Black Friday/Cyber Monday sale, but are offering other deals or discounts in the next month or so. 


Like this list?   Want to share it?  Great!  Feel free to link directly to it!  
In consideration of the time & effort put into creating this list, please do not copy it.
It is subject to updates, changes, removals, and additions... and you wouldn't want to miss out!

  • A+ TutorSoft, Interactive Math: 80% Off - two grade levels for one year for $49.99!

  • ABC Mouse: ​50% off on Cyber Monday.
  • Alpha Omega Publications: Black Friday ONLY sale = Save 20% and enjoy free shipping on orders over $50 with coupon code: BLKFRIDAY20. They are also offering FREE shipping on all orders within the US.
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  • Amanda Bennet: Beginning at 5am (Eastern), save from 30-60% off.  The earlier you shop, the better the discount!​

  • Amazon: Lots of Black Friday deals, Cyber Monday deals, and holiday lightning deals.   I don't have the details of what will be on sale, but in years past, they've had some great educational toys, tools, books, and kits on the lightning deals.  You can get a * 30 day FREE TRIAL of AMAZON PRIME * right now, which is perfect if you're planning to shop Amazon for Black Friday / Cyber Monday (or just the holidays in general)!  Prime membership also usually grants you a first look at the lightning deals they have during this time of year!

    We use Amazon Prime and I love having it (especially in Hawaii). It's not 2-day shipping for us here in Hawaii and some things can't ship to Hawaii at all, but it's still free shipping on a lot of things.
Oahu Homeschool Mom, Amazon Prime link

  • Answers in Genesis: Save 25-80% on nearly everything storewide when you use coupon code BF2015! Special Black Friday deals expire November 30, 2015.  FREE SHIPPING now available on your order of $35 or more! Excludes case lots.

  • Ben Franklin's Crafts (Hawaii): On Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26, get 30% off your entire purchase if you're a Craft Club Member, 20% off if you're a non-member.  On Black Friday, Friday, November 27, they will have a variety of Ben's Black Friday Deals. Some restrictions apply.


  • BiblioPlan: 15% off any order with code: GiveThanks15off
BiblioPlan Black Friday Cyber Monday - Oahu Homeschool Mom
  • Brain Breaks: use code CHRISTMAS for $3 off.  (I'm not sure of the deal dates/expiration.)

  • Bramble Box: Black Friday Sale = $19.99 + free shipping all kits.  That's about $5 off per kit (plus the free shipping).  

    OR get 40% off your first monthly box using coupon code: Nov40 (ends 12/30).

  • Bright Ideas Press customers can receive 20% off almost everything by using code "fridayblack" at checkout from Black Friday through Cyber Monday!  The code will not work for bundles/sets and clearance items, so the following are not included in the 20% off: All American History bundles, The Mystery of History bundles, Illuminations bundles, and North Star Geography bundles.  This four day event begins 12:01 a.m. on Black Friday, Nov. 27, 2015 and ends at 11:59 p.m. on Cyber Monday, Nov. 30, 2015.  (Eastern time zone.)  The code can be used as many times as desired during the sale period, but it cannot be used in conjunction with other coupon codes.  Enjoy!
Bright Ideas Press Black Friday deals - Oahu, Hawaii Homeschooling

  • Brookdale House, curriculum publisher: 40% of ebooks during their Black Friday through Cyber Monday sale, using the code: bf40ebooks
Brookdale House Black Friday Cyber monday - Oahu Homeschool Mom
  • Build Your Library: From November 27 – December 5 you can take 30% off your entire purchase when you use the code “HolidayFun” at checkout.

  • Carson Dellosa: Lots of different sales/specials, like 50% off Hands-On Learning with coupon code FALL15 (ends 11/30), extra savings on clearance items, 30% off decor and stocking stuffers, 30% off Books & eBooks, and $5 Off on $30 orders with coupon code: EWY013 (ends 12/30).  Check out their promos page for more details! 
Carson Dellosa Black Friday Cyber Monday - Oahu Homeschool Mom

  • Christianbook.com: Save up to 94%.  Ends 11/30.  They say "1000s" of items are on sale throughout their site.  No promo code necessary.
  • Character Concepts has included a freebie (Character Trails Set) in the Homeschool Giveaways & Freebies pack.  They are also having a one day sale (on Cyber Monday) for 25% off everything + $2.99 shipping on any order.  Use code: CYBER25

  • Classical Conversations: 30% off 30 items!  See their website for specific products available for this sale.  
  • Class Dismissed: Black Friday to Cyber Monday sale = get the highly acclaimed Class Dismissed movie at $5 off the regular price or $10 off the 3-pack. Orders must be placed by midnight PST November 30th.

  • Compass Classroom (makers of Visual Latin, Modern Parables, Word Up, and more!): Black Friday to Cyber Monday sale offering up to 50% off!
Compass Classroom homeschool Black Friday Cyber Monday
  • Confessions of a Homeschooler noted that she will be having a 30% off sale for Cyber Monday!  Check in with her website for details.  

  • Cricket: Save 60% on print + digital subscriptions - no promo code or coupon needed. For an additional $4.95, you can receive a bonus issue that you can give your child to open for the holidays.  Enjoy 50% off & free shipping on any of their educational games, explorer kits, crafts, and more! Use coupon code SAVEBIG. This offer extends to items that are already on sale! 

  • Currclick: Up to 70% discounts on LIVE classes and homeschool curriculum. The Black Friday sale goes from 10am (ET) on 11/27/15 to 10am ET on 12/1/15.  The Cyber Monday bundles will be available for 24 hours starting 10am ET 11/30/15. (Note: Most of the bundles will not be visible until the time of the sale.)
Currclick Black Friday Cyber Monday - Oahu Homeschool Mom

  • Discount School Supply: 25% off all stock items with code: CYBERM25 .  Ends 11/30/15.

  • Dual Credit at Home: 20% discount! Use coupon code CYBERWEEKEND at checkout between Tuesday, November 24 and Monday, November 30
  • Dover Publications: 50% off Books and $20 Bonus coupon with a minimum purchase of $40, using coupon code FR7. Offer ends 11/29.

  • Educents is offering free shipping + 10% off sitewide, from Nov. 27th through Nov. 30th.  Use the code: GiveThanks
Educents Black Friday Cyber Monday - Oahu Homeschool Mom
  • EEME: Teach your kids electronics with online lessons and hands-on project kits.

  • Elemental Science: On Cyber Monday (11/30) ONLY, you will be able to purchase a package with all three novels for only $33.33*. 
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    If you already own one of the Sassafras Science novels, purchase the novel of your choice for only $14*/each with our Doorbuster Deals!!
    *All prices include media mail shipping the the continental US only. The Sassafras Science Adventurues Volume 4: Earth Science is only available as a pre-order to be shipped when available.
Elemental Science Black Friday Cyber Monday - Oahu Homeschool Mom

  • Ellison Education: Up to 75% off select products, 30-40% off select machines and starter sets. 11/26 @ 4pm PST through 11/30.
Ellison Education Black Friday Cyber Monday - Oahu Homeschool Mom

  • ​Enrichment Studies: Black Friday through Cyber Monday, get things HALF PRICE with coupon code: MERRY
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  • Essentials in Writing: “Slightly Scuffed and Bent” sale (11/30/15 through 12/6/15)... 50% off all slightly scuffed or bent Essentials in Writing combos and replacement workbooks. Use coupon code “Scuffed” when checking out to activate the 50% discount. You receive 50% off all Essentials in Writing combos and replacement workbooks during this sale. Sales on scuffed and bent items are final sales (No returns/refunds).
  • Excelerate Spanish: Use code: FELIZ2015 to save $20 on Excelerate SPANISH. 
  • Excellence in Literature: $10 off any purchase over $50, $10 off book bundles, Free US Shipping... Black Friday through Cyber Monday.

  • Friends and Heroes (DVDs): Lots of different sales and specials, including 50% off DVD 1 on Cyber Monday. Visit their website for more info.  
  • Geography Matters: Save up to 42% on select bundles!  Nov. 27th-30th.

  • God's Little Explorer's: Cyber Monday sale = use coupon code CHRISTMAS for $5 off God's Little Explorers.  It will only be available for use that day though.
  • Grace & Truth Books: 50% off select items - Black Friday thru Cyber Monday. 

  • Grapevine Studies' Black Friday & Cyber Monday sale is 30% off their "Birth of Jesus" studies.
  • ​Gravitas Publications / Real Science 4 Kids: offering a 30% discount on all their products during a one day only flash sale which will run from 6:00pm Sunday, 11/29/2015, to 11:59pm Monday, 11/30/2015. (I'm not sure which time zone.)  ​

    While the deal information is now publicly available, t
    hey were kind enough to offer my readers a SNEAK PEAK of their Cyber Monday special (thanks Gravitas)!

  • Green Kid Crafts: Use coupon code 70SUB to take 70% off the first month of any subscription. And coupon code 50SHOP will get you 50% off any single Discovery Box, Creativity Kit, or Science Kit!  (Sorry, I don't know when this sale ends.)
Green Kid Crafts Black Friday Cyber Monday - Oahu Homeschool Mom

  • Highlights Magazine: Free shipping plus $10 off orders of $50 or more until 12/31.  And they supposedly will have a discount on magazine subscriptions on Black Friday as well.
  • Home Educating Family:  Many deals all weekend + a Cyber Monday sale.  Check their website for details.  

  • ​​​Home School Adventure Company: Save 40% (from 11/26/15 - 12/1/15) on all their digital resources, using the code: THANKFUL40 
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Home School Adventure Company Black Friday Cyber Monday - Oahu Homeschool Mom

  • Homeschool Christian T-Shirts: Use code: SAVE50 to get 50% off all regular Christian homeschool t-shirts!
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  • Homeschool Giveaways & Freebies: A package of FREE Curriculum worth over $250!  Wow!!  Go to their website to check out all the details!  (Offer ends 11:59pm EST, Dec. 1st.).  Some of the included items come from the following publishers: Home School Adventure Co., Homeschool Legacy, Christian Homeschool Hub, Home School Enrichment Magazine, Queen Homeschool Supplies, Barefoot Ragamuffin Curricula, Memoria Press, Picture Smart Bible, Character Concepts, Winter Promise, Writing with Sharon Watson, and Geography Matters.  Everything included is completely FREE!
Black Friday Cyber Monday Freebies Pack - Oahu Homeschool Mom

  • Homeschool Legacy has included a freebie (Character Trails Set) in the Homeschool Giveaways & Freebies pack. 

  • Homeschool Programming: Black Friday - Cyber Monday sale, Friday, November 27th through Monday, November 30th. Save 15% of all KidCoder and TeenCoder courses during this time, including their new online options.

  • Institute for Excellence in Writing has begun advertising their Cyber Monday Clearance Sale, in which customers can get 50% off clearance items using coupon code "CLEARANCE15".  Coupon code valid only from 9:00AM Monday through 5:00PM Friday, Central Time.  Not to be combined with any other offer.*Online purchases only. Coupon code required at checkout.
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  • In the Hands of a Child: Black Friday through Cyber Monday = select curriculum products are on sale for just $3!

  • Intoxicated on Life: Black Friday through Cyber Monday, get 30% off with Coupon Code: BLACK15 
Intoxicated on Life Black Friday Cyber Monday - Oahu Homeschool Mom
  • Jonathon Park: Storewide sales up to 60% off.  Go to their website to see what's on sale!

  • Junior Explorers: $5 + free shipping for the first month; use code BLKFRI15 for 78% savings! (Note: the code expires at 11:59PT on 11/27/15.)

  • Knowledge Box Central has 75% off all ebooks on black Friday-use code SPR75BF.
  • Kiwi Crate is offering 50% off their entire shop.  No promo code needed!

  • Lamplighter Publishing: Save up to 60% off books and 30% off CDs on Black Friday.
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  • Little Passports​: Save 60% off your first month with code: BLACK60
  • Maestro Classics​: Up to 70% off, $5 CDs, FREE shipping and more!
  • Map Studio Pro: Save $100 on a LIFETIME MEMBERSHIP to Map Studio Pro.


  • Milestone Books (Rod & Staff, Pathways, & more): They are having their annual "winter" sale on Rod and Staff storybooks, activity books, and preschool books - a 15% discount on all the items on their website with a code number that starts as #1-2, #1-G2, #1-S2, or #1-100. The sale will begin on November 30.  I'm not sure when the sale ends, so get in on it early!
Milestone Books Black Friday deals - Oahu, Hawaii Homeschooling

  • Moms For Literacy: Literacy pack on sale for $2.99 (regularly $4.99).  Discount Expires Monday, November 30, 11:59pm Pacific Time.

  • Moving Beyond the Page will be offering a 5% discount on full year packages + free shipping on every order! (Free shipping to continental US, but reduced shipping to everywhere else.)  Use the coupon code PILGRIM. The code will only be active from Thanksgiving day through midnight (CT) on Cyber Monday.
Moving Beyond the Page Black Friday Cyber Monday deals - Oahu, Hawaii Homeschooling

  • Not Consumed: Buy One, Get One Free Sale from 11/26-11/29 (2015)
Not Consumed Black Friday Cyber Monday - Oahu Homeschool Mom

  • NotebookingPages.com will have a Cyber Weekend sale (from Friday, Nov. 27 to Monday, Nov. 30, 2015)!  The image/link to the right will be active and their sales page will go live on midnight, Friday, Nov. 27th (I'm not sure which time zone yet.)  

    ​SAVE $25 on Notebooking Pages LIFETIME Memberships PLUS 2 bonuses: a 12 months free subscription to The Notebooking Publisher web-app
    AND a $100+ Homeschool e-book package! 



NotebookingPages.com Black Friday Cyber Monday - Oahu, Hawaii Homeschooling

  • Notgrass History: Free Shipping on all purchases through Cyber Monday.  No coupon coded needed.
Notgrass History Black Friday Cyber Monday - Oahu Homeschool Mom

  • Oak Meadow has a fantastic deal to share with you too. You may have caught the media buzz about retail giant REI's decision to close all 143 of its stores on Black Friday so their employees can spend a day enjoying the outdoors with their families.

    ​O​ak Meadow has been supporting homeschool families in opting out for 40 years, and they hope you'll enjoy a day off with them on Black Friday!  To celebrate, they're offering 10% off all materials in their Bookstore 
    during the post-Thanksgiving weekend: from Friday, Nov. 27 (in case you can't resist a peek at online deals) to Monday, Nov. 30, 2015. Use coupon code GoOut10.
Oak Meadow Black Friday Cyber Monday deals - Oahu, Hawaii Homeschooling

  • Online Unit Studies: $5 sale price for the Christmas Around the World online unit study, using code 5CATW
Online Unit Studies Black Friday Cyber Monday - Oahu Homeschool Mom
  • Ooka Island: Save 20% on Gift Subscriptions (Black Friday through Cyber Monday)

  • Paradise Praises is offering 40% off everything in the shop on Black Friday ONLY with promo code: FRIDAYLUV and 25% off everything on Cyber Monday ONLY with promo code: MONDAYLUV.
Paradise Praises Black Friday Cyber Monday - Oahu Homeschool Mom

  • Pandia Press: Get 40% off on Black Friday!  (Follow them on Pandia Press for their latest broadcast which will give you an extra 5% off, for a total of 45%!)
Pandia Press Black Friday Cyber Monday deals - Hawaii Homeschooling
  • Piano Wizard: Save up to $250 during their Black Friday through Cyber Monday sale, which includes a FREE digital keyboard and their Piano Wizard holiday software edition download!

  • Queen Homeschool Supplies will be offering 25% off digital products and 10% off printed products from 11-27-15 to 12-1-15.  No coupon code necessary!
Queen Homeschool Supplies Black Friday Cyber Monday deals

  • Rainbow Resource is having a HUGE sale on Rosetta Stone Language Learning Software now through 12/3!
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  • Ranger Rick: $15 subscriptions + a free sack pack - Black Friday only.

  • Rethinking Schools: Books and curriculum focused on social and environmental justice.  Use code GTK15 at checkout on all books and subscription packages. 

  • Right Start Math's Cyber Monday deals can be found on their website (here).  

    I hear that Right Start also has something else special coming for the holidays, so stay tuned for more on that as well!
Right Start Black Friday Cyber Monday  - Oahu Homeschool Mom
  • Schoolhouse Teachers:  Save $39 on a one-year membership!  Or get the monthly membership option for only $7.77/month.  Valid through January 2, 2016 only.

  • See The Light Art: 10% off sale + Free Shipping, using code: CHRISTMAS.  (expires 12/15/2015)
See The Light Art Black Friday Cyber Monday

  • Shining Dawn Books: 30% off the Entire Store, Black Friday through Cyber Monday.  Use the code: CHRISTMAS
Shining Dawn Books Black Friday to Cyber Monday - Oahu Homeschool Mom

  • Smart Apps for Kids: Black Friday freebies!

  • Sonlight: Save up to $100!  See which items are on sale at Sonlight's website. No promo code necessary.
Sonlight homeschool Black Friday Cyber Monday sale - Oahu Homechool mom

  • Spielgaben: Special discounts available... check their website for details.  (On a side note: check out their blog.  They have some interesting articles!)
Spielgaben Black Friday Cyber Monday - Oahu Homeschool Mom
  • Teachers Pay Teachers = Cyber Sale: 25% off sitewide on Nov. 30th & Dec. 1st, using code SMILE.
  • The Happy Trunk: Kids craft and science kits for ages 3-11.  Get 60% off the first box using coupon code BLACK60. 

  • The Ultimate Guide to Brainbreaks: Get $3 off with coupon code: **CHRISTMAS**, Black Friday through Cyber Monday, 2015.
  • Time4Learning: Save 50% with their Black Friday "buy one get one" sale.  Buy one month and get your second month free (must consist of two consecutive months).  See their website for details.  Offer valid from Friday, November 27, 2015 at 12:01am EST until Monday, November 30, 2015 at 11:59pm EST. First time memberships only.  Cancellation of service is required. After 60 days, uncancelled memberships convert to monthly price. Not valid with any other offer. Two-week money-back guarantee.

  • Truth in Tinsel:  40% off their ebook using code BLACK TINSEL, but only on Black Friday!  (This coupon code is only available on November 27, 2015, EST. No price adjustments on previous purchases or bulk orders. Not eligible with other coupon codes.)

  • Usborne Books: ​Save up to 60%.  

    (I don't sell Usborne books, but I think you'll need to find a representative near you - or one of their websites - in order to shop this sale.)
Usborne Books Black Friday Cyber Monday - Oahu Homeschool Mom

  • Veritas Press: Buy One, GIFT One Campaign!  From 11/27 through 12/18, not only do you SAVE $100 on every Self-Paced course (courses must be started by Sept. 1, 2016), but Veritas Press will donate a Self-Paced Bible course through VeritasBible.com for every course you purchase to children affected by the ministry of Richmond Wandera, a friend of Veritas and representative of Compassion International.  ​If you are not satisfied with ANY of their Self-Paced courses, you can return them for a full refund within 90 days.
Veritas Press Black Friday Cyber Monday - Oahu Homeschool Mom

  • We Choose Virtues: Enter code THANKFUL for 25% off their entire online store!

    (Plus, I have another something special to offer you from this company too!  Check my blog for details, coming soon!)
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  • What's in the Bible?: Save 30% on orders over $30.  Valid 11/25/15 - 11/30/15.
What's In The Bible Black Friday Cyber Monday - Oahu Homeschool Mom

  • Winter Promise: Black Friday Weekend Sale - 5 discounted programs! $30 and $50 coupon codes... programs included: Hideaways in History, Sea & Sky, Children Around the World and Pre-K I'm Ready to Learn
    .... (updated 11/24) ...
    "Starting midnight Thanksgiving night EST or Black Friday morning EST depending on how you think of it, our deals will begin.
    There will be 5 total coupons that you can use. These coupons can not be used with any other coupon codes. You may only use one coupon at a time. Here are the details!
    ...
    I'm Ready to Learn Ebook Bundle - Normally $90, WILL BE $60 with Ready1.
    Hideaways in History Mixed Bundle - Normally $199, WILL BE $149 with Hideaways1.
    Hideaways in History Ebook Bundle - Normally $149, WILL BE $119 with Hideaways2.
    Children Around the World Mixed Bundle - Normally $199, WILL BE $149 with Children1.
    Adventures in the Sea & Sky Mixed Bundle - Normally $229, WILL BE $199!
    That is anywhere between $30 and $50 off of particular themed programs! Do not miss out on this!
    DEAL ENDS CYBER MONDAY 11/30 at MIDNIGHT! EST Take advantage of this deal this weekend."

Winter Promise Black Friday deals - Hawaii Homeschooling

  • Write Bonnie Ross: 50% off on the U.S. Military Puzzle & Quiz Pack, using coupon code: SALUTE50

  • Writing with Sharon Watson (products such as Illuminating Literature) has a deal in conjunction with Homeschool Giveaways and Freebies - a 25% off coupon is included in their package of $250 in free curriculum.  You can click on the Sharon Watson website for more details or go get the free curriculum pack (and her coupon in it).  Ends December 1st.  

    Also, 10% of everything you buy from Writing with Sharon Watson from Black Friday through Christmas Eve is going to help mothers and children through Samaritan's Purse.

  • You are an Artist (Southern Hodgepodge): 50% off everything,  Nov. 27th to 30th!
You are an Artist Black Friday Cyber Monday - Oahu Homeschool Mom

  • AND MORE Black Friday and/or Cyber Monday (weekend) sales details should be posted here in the coming week or so!  I will also add other deals when I find out about them.  Check back to this post for the latest updates!

Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and holiday deals round-up, compiled list for homeshoolers and their families on Oahu, Hawaii

More discounts, deals, and sales...

The following sales/specials are not specific to Black Friday, Cyber Monday, or Cyber Weekend.  Instead, these are other deals or discounts that my readers might be interested in, available now or coming soon.
  • All About Learning Press, the makers of All About Reading & All About Spelling, offer a monthly giveaway and have free printables on their blog and resource center.  I'm told they will be offering a special holiday/winter season themed printable soon too, so I will update this post with details, if & when it becomes available.

    We use both All About Reading and All About Spelling!  (Purchased on our own.)  We like these programs and my daughters have been making great progress since they began using them!  I have been impressed with the thoroughness of the curriculum and attention to detail.  It is easy to use and requires very little routine prep (though there is some prep before beginning each level, such as separating the cards and setting up a letter tile board).  While all children and families are different (and therefore no curriculum program will work or be best for everyone), I recommend it to our friends and anyone looking for a reading or spelling program to try.
  • Apologia: You can get their FREE Thanksgiving & Christmas holiday activity ebook (https://blog.apologia.com/goodtidings)!

    AND did you know they offer a discount to military and missionary families? Contact them via their email address for more information.  



  • Critical Thinking Company: Free Alphabet Song Game.  Limited time offer.  

  • Evan-Moor is having their annual holiday site-wide sale THIS WEEK! Up to 25% off an online credit card order!  Coupon codes are available on their website.  This offer expires Sunday, Nov. 29!

  • iTrampoline (located in Kapolei, HI) told me they will be open on Friday, November 27, 2015 from 10:00 AM- 10:00 PM. They have a current special on the purchase of their Holiday Gift Cards: buy 2 One-Hour Jumps for $22! This offer ends December 24, 2015. You can purchase the gift cards at their facility or on their website.

  • Reading Eggs is offering a 4-week free trial through this link!  That's double their normal trial period.  This offer expires 1/31/16.   Happy Holidays!

    ​My daughters use this program and both enjoy and benefit from it.  While every child's learning style and every homeschool family is different, this program might be worth a try - particularly while they are offering a substantial trial for free! 
Reading Eggs - Oahu, Hawaii Homeschooling

  • YWAM Publishing: Check out their Facebook page for the latest sales info!
  • Teacher's Place (located in Aiea, HI) said they will be closed on Thanksgiving and on Black Friday.  But starting on Saturday, November 28, 2015, their entire store will be 25% off (excluding sale items).  This special will run until Wednesday, December 30, 2015!

  • Z3 Sports Academy (located in Kapolei, HI) said that although they are not offering any Black Friday deals, you can find their current promotion through Valpak (they have a printable coupon here).   


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