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Maple Syrup: An Everything You Need to Know Lesson Plan
It’s that time of year again – when the sap starts moving and it’s time to get collecting. Maple Syrup is a Canadian icon and a tasty part of our identity! Before Visiting a Sugarbush Identifying Maple Trees in Winter Can you tell which tree is a Maple tree in the winter? It’s much easier …
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How to Homeschool High School in Ontario: Your FAQs Answered
Preparing to start homeschool high school in Ontario can easily have this overwhelming and sudden sense of pressure. However, it doesn’t have to be stressful. You just have to come up with a plan that works for you and your child. Step Zero: Follow the Regulations FAQ #1: Can I Homeschool High School in Ontario? …
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Suffrage: Canadian Women and the Vote: A Book Review
Title: Suffrage: Canadian Women and the VoteAuthor: Susan HughesIllustrator: Meags FitzgeraldPublisher: TEACH Magazine, 2017Age Range: Grades 4-8 Book Summary Read about the epic struggles, the years of hard work and perseverance and the prejudice women faced fighting for the most important, basic, democratic right–to vote. Thoughts About the book Suffrage: Canadian Women and the Vote …
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Morning Basket – What Is It & How to Use It In Your Homeschool
Morning baskets are a popular way to add family learning time to your homeschooling day. But what is a morning basket and how do you use it? What is a Homeschool Morning Basket? This post contains affiliate links. The concept of the morning basket is derived from the ideals of the Charlotte Mason homeschooling method, …
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No Reason to Apologize by W.L. Liberman: A Book Review
Title: No Reason to Apologize: The Resilient Legacy of Viola DesmondAuthor: Adapted by W.L. LibermanIllustrator: Tajliya JamalPublisher: TEACH Magazine, 2022Grade Range: High School and up due to content- see notes belowLocation: Nova Scotia Book Summary In 2018, Viola Desmond’s likeness appeared on the Canadian ten-dollar bill, leading many people to wonder about her story. Who …
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Great Theme Days for a Fun Family Spring Break
Usually in March, the public school system has a spring break – a week off of school for families to spend time together and enjoy relaxing without thinking of their educational workload. There’s no reason that homeschoolers can’t enjoy the same! Here is a plan for the week, to help you spend quality time with …
Hamburger and French Flies: A Barn Swallow’s Story- A Book Review
Title: Hamburger and French Flies: A Barn Swallow’s StoryAuthor and Illustrator: Carol KentPublisher: Friesen Press, 2022Age Range: Grade 3-7Location: New Brunswick Book Summary Hamburger and French Flies: A Barn Swallow’s Story is the incredible true story of a barn swallow who survived against harrowing odds. Knocked from its nest when only days old, Raven was …
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10 Free Family Day Ideas For Quality Family Time
Many provinces in Canada have a special day in February which either celebrates the uniqueness of that province or encourages families to spend time together. Here are ten free fun ideas to do with your family on this special day – or any day that you would like to have some quality family time. 1. …
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Easy Birdwatching With Kids
If you have a window, you have a portal into easy birdwatching with your kids. Children are fascinated by nature. Here are some tips, resources, activities, and even a simple journal you can use with your kids as you watch birds in your backyard (or out exploring the world together.) Birdwatching Tips To Make it …
18 Great Canadian Black History Resources
In 1995, Canada officially recognized February as Black History Month. Black Canadians have made a significant contribution to Canada’s history and culture, so this month is intended to celebrate and honour them. If you are searching for resources to teach Canadian Black History in your homeschool, here are some books, lesson plans, and more. Educational …
The Complete Parent’s Guide to Eating Disorders
Eating Disorders. Medically unstable. Hospitalization. All these are words that no parent expects or wants to hear. But it happened to us, and although I’m not an expert – I do want to help any other parent who is dealing with a similar struggle and doesn’t know what to do. In this blog post, we …
How to Celebrate Family Literacy Day
Every year, on January 27th, it’s Family Literacy Day. Hosted by ABC Life Literacy Canada, the day is designed to bring awareness to families about the importance of even 15 minutes a day of literacy in your home. Literacy Activity Ideas Here are 10 ways to help foster a love of books and reading as well …