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Engaging Ways to Learn About Canada’s Mammals
What do fox, bear, moose and squirrel have in common? They are all mammals and they all live in Canada! When we think of mammals, often these and other common mammals come to mind. But what about the marten, wolverine, musk ox or narwhale? Do those come to mind? Not usually, but they are also […]
Cultivating Global Citizens: Fostering Children’s Curiosity for the World
In today’s interconnected and rapidly evolving world, the imperative for young children to learn about the diverse cultures, landscapes, and ecosystems across the globe has never been more crucial. From the bustling streets of Tokyo, the rock-hewn churches of Ethiopia, or the serene jellyfish-filled lake in Palau, our planet offers a myriad of wonders waiting […]
How to Keep a Toddler Busy While Homeschooling
When you have an active, curious toddler added to the homeschool mix, homeschooling can be a bit of a challenge. The first to eagerly arrive at the call for school to start, the first to get bored and use the back of the couch as a top rope of a boxing ring to launch off […]
25+ Things Your Kids Learn From Video Games
Video games are powerful tools, even if they seem just designed for entertainment. There are lots of ways that kids (and adults, too) can learn from video games. Since these are here to stay and have started to permeate into other areas of our lives, it’s important for us to be willing to see the […]
10 Words For New Homeschoolers
Now that I’ve been homeschooling for several years, with several different kids – I wanted to offer my top 10 words for new homeschoolers. Hearing from someone who has already been on the journey can really be helpful when you are overwhelmed or nervous or just trying to figure things out. So, whether you are […]
What’s in a Label? Is Diagnosis Helpful?
ADHD. Dyslexia. Autism. Auditory Processing Disorder. Specific Learning Disorder in Reading, Writing & Math. Sensory Processing Disorder. Developmental Coordination Disorder. Mild Intellectual Disability. These words are just labels. Beyond the labels are unique children. Each label includes a wide range of abilities with different implications for each child.As a homeschool parent, we may wonder if […]
Exciting Ideas for Studying Canadian Immigration in your Homeschool
Canadian Immigration is a great topic to study in your homeschool. Many discussions can be had that branch out from this topic. For example, discussions about topics such as colonization, how it feels to be a minority, prejudice, multiculturalism, and many more. Immigration has been ongoing since the first settlers came to the our country […]
History Plus: An Engaging Video-Based Learning Program for Kids
It’s not always easy to find a homeschool program that your kids actually come running to do every day. That’s what my kids do with History Plus Online – a video-based curriculum, created by a set of homeschooled siblings out of Alberta, Canada that rotates through history, geography, and science. Their motto? Learning should be […]
Answers To The Most Asked Questions About Homeschooling
I recently asked a group of non-homeschooling friends, “What question would YOU want to ask a homeschooler?” Here are some of their questions. I will do my best to try to answer. 1. Understanding Why “Why do you pick homeschooling over public school?” You are going to find that many answers are going to involve personal […]
How to Use American Curriculum as a Canadian Homeschooler
Just because you live in Canada, you don’t have to use specifically Canadian homeschool curriculum. Many Canadian homeschoolers choose to use American curriculum materials for a wide variety of reasons, such as availability, format, quality, price point, etc. However sometimes, there can be challenges when using American focused materials – as the content isn’t always […]
Hands-On Learning: Ideas to Make Your Homeschool More Engaging
Hands-on learning is one of my favourite ways to help kids learn. It takes what is being taught in a lesson and makes it real, in a tactile “I did it!” kind of way. Hands-on learning engages learners actively, allowing them to explore concepts through practical experiences rather than passive absorption of information. In this […]
12 Ways to Get Kids Reading
Getting kids reading can be a real challenge – especially in today’s high-tech, high-distraction world. So, how do you get them interested and engaged with books? If you’ve ever wondered how to encourage your kids to read more, look no further than these 12 tips! From library outings to reading competitions, we’re covering all the […]