The Canadian Homeschooler
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Hi, there I'm Lisa Marie a busy homeschooling mom of 5 kids ranging from preschool to high school. My mission is to help Canadian homeschooling families connect and also with companies and resources that will help them on their learning journey from start to finish. I want them to be able to find curriculum, materials, and resources that are relevant to them, their experiences, and their..
The Canadian Homeschooler
3w ago
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 […]
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The Canadian Homeschooler
3w ago
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 […]
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The Canadian Homeschooler
3w ago
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 […]
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The Canadian Homeschooler
1M ago
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 […]
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The Canadian Homeschooler
1M ago
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 […]
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The Canadian Homeschooler
1M ago
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 […]
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The Canadian Homeschooler
1M ago
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 […]
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The Canadian Homeschooler
1M ago
In a world often dominated by traditional academic pathways, introducing our next generation to the exciting possibilities within the skilled trades is a crucial step in broadening their horizons. In this blog article, we’ll explore creative ways to ignite interest in the skilled trades for kids and provide avenues for them to test out various […]
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The Canadian Homeschooler
1M ago
One of the first things that a new to homeschooling parent thinks of is the “classroom.” Since schools have dedicated space for learning, it can be tempting to look through all the beautiful pictures of amazing homeschool rooms on social media and dream of wanting something similar. Aesthetically, it can be breathtaking – especially with […]
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The Canadian Homeschooler
1M ago
Are you ready to take the leap and apply for your dream job in the skilled trades? In today’s competitive job market, standing out from the crowd is essential to securing your dream job. As a skilled trades career and business start-up consultant, I’ve gathered some insider information and tips to help you shine during […]
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