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How to Get Alone Time as a Busy Homeschool Mom
Between the housework, the schooling, the errands, the out-of-the-house activities and all the other responsibilities required of a homeschool mom every day, there seems to be little time to squeeze in a few moments of quiet and alone time. Self-care is often touted as a key to homeschooling success – but how can you actually […]
Homeschooling When Life Falls Apart: What Can You Do?
Life doesn’t stop just because you are homeschooling. Homeschoolers are not immune to life’s challenges and grief. But what happens when you’re homeschooling during a crisis or extreme stress? Life feels like its falling apart. How do you manage? In my years of homeschooling I have gone through many challenges. I’ve also known other homeschool […]
How to Create A Homeschool Schedule: Yearly & Daily Options
Once you’ve worked your way through the starting (or annual) steps to begin homeschooling – making sure you’re following the rules and regulations for homeschooling in your province, choosing a homeschool curriculum, finding a support group, etc. – now you might be wondering how exactly schedule your year and each of the days within it […]
Book Review: Alberta Publisher Red Barn Books
Are you looking for picture books to read to your children about Canada, or Alberta in particular? Red Barn Books is a small publisher in Alberta that was started in 2019. Red Barn Books was named ‘Emerging Publisher of the Year’ by the Book Publishers Association of Alberta in 2020. This publisher uses Alberta authors […]
What is a Homeschool Co-op? (And Should You Join One?)
Sometimes when we homeschool, we just wish we could have a group of people to do this homeschool journey with. Friends for us, friends for our kids, and a community learning experience for us all. One way that you can get this is through a homeschool co-op. Simply put, a homeschool co-op is a group […]
The Best Time of Day to Homeschool: Options to Consider
Traditional school starts at the same time every day, with a clearly defined beginning and end. But homeschooling offers so much flexibility that it can be a little overwhelming to consider what the best time of day to homeschool might be. For most families, the best time of day to homeschool is in the morning. […]
The Legalities of Homeschooling in Canada: A Quick Guide
One of the very first questions that people wonder when considering homeschooling is if it is legal to homeschool in Canada. This is a valid concern – especially since there are places where you aren’t allowed to homeschool at all. But I have good news. Homeschooling is legal in every province and territory of Canada. […]
How to Teach Canadian Geography in Your Homeschool
Canada’s geography is amazing. We have such a variety in the landscape from the east coast to the west coast and then up north. We have a mishmash of cultures and peoples. We have huge empty areas of land and large cities filled with people. Everything about Canada is diversity. In this post, we are […]
Using the Complete Canadian Curriculum Books in Your Homeschool
This post includes affiliate links. With over 2 million books sold, the Complete Canadian Curriculum books from Popular Books are a common starting point for many homeschoolers. Affordable, colourful, fun, easy to find, covering multiple subjects, and good all the way to Grade 8- it’s easy to see why. In this post, I will show […]
Come From Away: A Book Review
Title: Come from AwayAuthor: Genevieve Graham Publisher: Simon and Schuster, 2022Grade Range: High School Book Summary Inspired by a little-known World War II legend, a young woman and a stranger “from away” are caught on opposite sides of war in this enthralling novel about love and second chances from USA TODAY and #1 bestselling author Genevieve Graham. […]
How to Study Canadian Nature in Your Homeschool
What comes to mind when you think of Canadian nature study? A nature journal? A magnifying glass? Examining maple leaves? Perhaps raising butterflies or going on a hike? There are many ways to approach nature study in your homeschool. Some ideas even include technology, which can be a draw for many kids! Here are some […]
Easy to Teach Canadian Social Studies: Apple Press Review
Are you looking for an easy way to teach your children about Canadian social studies? Apple Press publishes social studies materials, mostly about Canada, with an emphasis on map skills! They have over 30 titles, and some are available in French! Titles include topics such as Canadian provinces, landforms, community and map books. Although they […]