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Hey Canada! Book Review
If you are looking for a great way to introduce your kids to the diversity of Canada, I highly recommend this new book by author, Vivien Bowers – Hey Canada! I was sent a copy by the publisher to review. Written in the style of a blog/journal by 9 year old Alice, as her, Gran, her 8 year […]
Homeschooling in Québec: How to Get Started
Welcome to Homeschooling in Québec. Although homeschooling in Québec is absolutely legal, it is also the most regulated province in Canada. In 2018, a complete overhaul of legislation, regulations, and legal obligations was done – leaving many homeschoolers overwhelmed by the changes. Associations such as AQED (Association Québécoise Pour l’Éducation À Domicile) work hard to […]
On The Mark Press
On The Mark Press started as S & S publishing by a Canadian primary school teacher named Ruth. She created lots of educational workbooks and materials specifically geared to Canadians. In 2005, the company merged with On The Mark Press, and today, their website has a HUGE list of Canadian subjects:
Chalkboard Publishing
I recently went to the local teacher supply store and wandered around with a pen and paper, on the search for Canadian publishers and materials, games and toys. I was sadly disturbed by the lack of these products, but I did find a few great discoveries that I will share with you over the next […]
Homeschooling in Alberta: How to Get Started
Welcome to Homeschooling in Alberta! If you want to start homeschooling in Alberta, here is some basic information to know. You got this! You have been home educating your child since birth and there is no need to stop now that they have 6 candles on their birth cake. You know your child best. You […]
Which British Columbia Distance Learning Program Should I Choose?
If you live in beautiful British Columbia, you’ll see that there are a good number of Distance Learning options to choose from. The choice can easily feel overwhelming, especially if you are new to homeschooling, and even if you’re not so new. It can be hard to even know where to begin. I certainly cannot give […]
Earth Hour
Every year in spring, it’s time to turn off the lights for Earth Hour. In 2007, Sydney, Austalia started a movement to help change with a simple task of having people participate in a challenge to turn their lights off for an hour. The following year, Toronto joined in – and before long, the rest […]
Peppermint Stick Learning Co.
One of my readers recommended this company and after some research I’m excited to bring to you a Canadian curriculum company called Peppermint Stick Learning Company. Based out of Bracebridge, ON, this homeschooling family of 6 children ranging from infant to jr. high, has developed a curriculum based on the needs of their children and […]
Progressive Phonics
I just wanted to share with you a resource that I was shown recently and have FINALLY had a chance to start using. It’s called Progressive Phonics and it’s completely free! (I love free!)
Resources for Rethinking
Environmental education is something that our children need in order to better understand their impact on the world around them. Sometimes, it’s hard to cut through the media hype and find resources that actually help us teach. Resources for Rethinking is a website developped by a group called “Learning for a Sustainable Future” (LSF). Their […]
Canadian History Reading List
If you are a fan of learning through living books, this resource is for you. I happened to stumble across a fantastic weblist of fiction books completely about Canadian history. Nicola, The compiler of this book list has taken the time to not only list the books into sections and topics, but also lists approximate age ranges. […]
Portage & Main Press
Based out of Winnepeg, Portage & Main Press is a publisher that provides some outstanding materials for teachers. Divided into both the Western curriculum and the Ontario curriculum, you can find complete teacher manuals for most of the major subjects – Math, Science, and Social Studies. They have also created one for ESL early years, and have […]