LOCAL RESOURCES

ACE EDUCATIONAL SUPPLIES- 5595 S. University Drive, Davie 434-2773 also located 1293 S. State Rd. 7, North Lauderdale 978-6991.

BOOK DEPOSITORY- 50 N.W. 14th St., Miami. Send your written request to George H. Braithwaite, Supervisor of textbooks and curriculum materials, at Dade Co. Public Schools, Textbook Services, 7005 S.W. 4th St., Miami 33144. Explain that as a home educator you are seeking help in attaining textbooks, and are requesting access to the Book Depository at Richard's Warehouse. Without a letter of permission you will not be allowed in the depository. Hours 6 a.m. - 2 p.m., but call first to check if they've changed (371-9983). You will need to go through lots of unorganized boxes so wear casual clothes you don't mind getting dirty (there's no air-conditioning, either). No one under 18 allowed in warehouse. This is not the best area of town, but sometimes there are treasures.

BOOKS OF PAIGE'S - 420 N.E. 125th St., North Miami 893-2931 Buy or sell used books of all kinds, even occasional text books.

DADE COUNTY STORE-980 w. 84th St., Miami Lakes/Hialeah. 556-8106 M-F, 9 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Used books and more from Dade County. Starting at 10 cents for a dollar. (Surplus from libraries, etc.)

DRAGO SCHOOL EQUIPMENT & SUPPLY-821-1125 8205 W. 20th Ave., Hialeah Selection of school supplies and equipment, educational games, open to the public.

FLORIDA SCHOOL BOOK DEPOSITORY, INC.- P.O. Box 6578, Jacksonville, FL 32236. Public School curriculum at a discount. Send a written request stating that you are a home educator and would like a catalog.

GET SMART- 8507 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines 431-5052

MIAMI DADE PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM

THE GIFTED CHILD- 1374 Weston Road, Weston 389-7301

ATTRACTIONS IN OR CLOSE TO MIAMI

AMERICAN POLICE MUSEUM AND HALL OF FAME-10,000+ police artifacts
including the world's most unusual police vehicles. Sit in the "electric chair" and "gas
chamber". Solve a crime and become a certified "detective"! Uniforms, firearms, badges.
All ages. 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. seven days. 3801 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL 33137
(305)573-0070.

BILLIE SWAMP SAFARI- Features Seminole Indian swamp buggy tours & shows in the
Everglades. See gardens of palmettos, cypress and sawgrass. Spot alligators, birds and
animals. Overnight camping village & gift shop available. Open daily 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Take
I-75 1 hour west of Fort Lauderdale. Group sales (305)257-2134; Safari park
(800)949-6101.

BUTTERFLY WORLD- Stroll among thousands of exotic butterflies soaring in a tropical
rainforest. Waterfalls, ponds, birds, orchids, and roses complete this natural habitat.
Breeding laboratory, botanical gardens, museum/insectarium, gift and plant shop. Open
Mon. - Sat. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun. 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. 3600 W. Sample Road, Coconut Creek,
FL 33073 (305)977-4400.

CORAL CASTLE- The amazing true story of Coral Castle and its enigmatic creator, Ed
Leedskalnin, comes to life in our new 30 minute audio tour in English, Deutsch, Espanol,
Francais. Was he superhuman or supernatural? You be the judge. A National Historical
Site. Open 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. daily. 28655 So. Dixie Highway, Homestead, FL 33030
(305)248-6344.

EVERGLADES ALLIGATOR FARM- Venture into unspoiled Florida at its wildest from
south Florida's oldest alligator farm. Explore the Everglades by thrilling airboat tour. Enjoy
live shows hourly featuring alligators and snakes. Turnpike extension south to Florida City
exit. Open daily 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. 40351 S.W. 192nd Ave., Homestead, FL 33090
(305)247-2628.

FAIRCHILD TROPICAL GARDEN- An 83-acre tropical paradise. Experience the rain
forest, rare plant house, sunken garden, vine pergola and magnificent vistas. Wander
secluded paths or enjoy a tram tour. Weekends often highlighted by special events.
Tropical books and unique gifts. 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 10901 Old Cutler Road, Miami, FL
33156 (305)667-1651.

FLAMINGO GARDENS AND ARBORETUM- It's a Natural! 1-1/2 mile guided tram
tour. See citrus groves, tropical plants, Florida alligators, river otters and flamingos. Visit
the Everglades "free-flight" aviary, birds of prey exhibit, gift and garden shops and fresh
fruit patio. Open 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. daily. 3750 Flamingo Road, Davie/Ft. Lauderdale,
FL 33330 (305)473-0010.

FORT LAUDERDALE MUSEUM-One East Las Olas Blvd., 954-525-5500. This downtown museum has become a real family-friendly find. Classes and camps have made this museum popular with families, but the best activity is the Family Days program to help introduce children to the fine arts. The program, offered on five Saturdays throughout the year, includes entertainment, hands-on workshops, and more.

THE GOLD COAST RAILROAD MUSEUM-12450 SW 152 St. Miami, Fl. 33177 305/ 253-0063. Adjacent to Metrozoo in south Miami-Dade County is one of the most unusual and
fascinating museums in the country--the Gold Coast Railroad Museum,The Museum is open Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

LION COUNTRY SAFARI -500-acre, drive-through wildlife preserve and amusement
park. Over 1000 wild animals roaming free within inches of your car. Narrated boat cruise,
carousel, petting zoo and more! Single admission covers all! Open 9:30 a.m. West of
Turnpike and I-95 on Southern Blvd. (S.R. 80), West Palm Beach, FL 33416
(407)793-1084.

MAI-KAI POLYNESIAN DINNER ATTRACTION Visit the many moods of the South
Pacific. Enjoy dinner and watch the spectacular Islander Revue. See beautiful maidens and
agile warriors perform native dances of the South Seas. Afterwards, take a stroll in our
tropical gardens. 3599 North Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
(305)563-3272 or (800)262-4524.

MIAMI-DADE PARKS' CALENDAR OF EVENTS

MIAMI METROZOO- A cageless zoological park on 290-acres, showcasing over 100
species of rare and exotic animals including koalas, white tigers, flamingos. Animal shows
daily. Children's petting zoo. Kiddie rides. Free monorail. 12400 S.W. 152 St., Miami, FL
33177 (305)251-0400.

MIAMI MUSEUM OF SCIENCE & SPACE TRANSIT PLANETARIUM- Explore the
wonders of science and nature with fun, hands-on activities for all ages. National touring
exhibits. Wildlife Center. Collection Gallery. Open daily 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 3280 S. Miami
Ave., Miami, FL 33129 (across from Vizcaya). Museum: (305)854-4247; Planetarium:
(305)854-4242/47.

MIAMI CHILDREN'S MUSEUM-980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami. open daily from 10 am to 6 pm. Phone: 305.373.KIDS (5437) Founded in 1983, the Miami Children’s Museum is located on Watson Island and opened its new building to the public on September 7, 2003. Visitors of all ages are encouraged to play together, learn, imagine and create. The 56,500 square-foot facility includes 12 galleries, classrooms, parent/teacher resource center, Kid Smart educational gift shop, 200-seat auditorium and Subway restaurant. The museum offers hundreds of bilingual, interactive exhibits; programs and classes and learning materials related to arts, culture, community and communication.

MICCOSUKEE INDIAN VILLAGE- Discover a culture centuries old. Experience how
the Miccosukee Indian Tribe existed and still exists in the heart of the Florida Everglades.
Airboats, shopping, museum, guides and dining. Open daily 9 a.m. - dusk. 25 miles west of
Miami on Hwy. 41, P.O. Box 440021, Miami, FL 33144 (305)223-8380.

MONKEY JUNGLE- "Where Humans are Caged & Monkeys Run Wild". Sound
different? Well, it is. Venture deep into the monkeys' forest and view the beauty of
monkeys running free. Continuous shows. Open daily. 14805 S.W. 216th St., Miami, FL
33170. Via U.S. 1, FL Turnpike S. (Exit 11) or State Road 997. (305)235-1611.

MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY & SCIENCE- 401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale, 954-467-6637.The fun and learning never stop at this center of science and adventure. Multi-leveled and ultra-modern, the museum boasts hands-on experiments, miniature ecosystems with live animals, and exciting visiting exhibits. There’s something for everyone here, from areas set aside specifically for toddlers, to an area where older kids and adults can simulate a satellite rescue. Surround yourself with giant bubbles, play virtual sports, and learn about health, nature and more in activities that appeal to everyone from toddlers to grandparents.

PARROT JUNGLE AND GARDENS- located in the heart of Miami between downtown Miami off 395 and South Beach, at 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami Florida 33132. open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.Parrot Jungle has been a part of the Miami community since 1936 and was built on what is now known as the Pinecrest Gardens. The original facility closed on November 3, 2002 in order to relocate to the NEW Parrot Jungle Island, located between downtown Miami and South Beach off the MacArthur Causeway (I-395). a world-class entertainment destination including a animal theme park and a banquet facility. Plans are on the way to also build a themed-restaurant and marina.

SAWGRASS RECREATION PARK- Everglades tours, replica 18th-century Seminole
Indian village, alligator and reptile exhibit. Three tours, one price, 30 minutes each tour with
guide. Fishing guides, boat rentals, camping, etc. Bait, tackle, licenses, gift shop, food.
Tours 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Store 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. Open seven days. (800)457-0788

VIZCAYA MUSEUM AND GARDENS- 16th-century Italian Renaissance-style villa and
10 acres of formal gardens on Biscyane Bay. The house has 34 rooms of 15th - 19th
century antique furnishings and decorative arts. Guided tours, cafe/gift shop,
climate-controlled. Open 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. daily except Christmas. 3251 South Miami
Ave., Miami, FL 33129 (305)250-9133.

WEEKS AIR MUSEUM- Learn about aviation's history. Displays of antique aircraft,
engines and propellers. Collection of 35 WWI and WWII aircraft, many restored to
original flying condition. Complete gift shop. Kendall-Tamiami Executive Airport in S.W.
Miami, minutes from Miami Metrozoo. Daily 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. 14710 S.W. 128 St.,
Miami, FL 33196 (305)233-5197.

Miami Dade Parks Calendar Of Events-look here for more activities.
South Florida Parenting Calendar-Many activities to choose from! Also check out the Kids Fun Pass while your there.

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