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 […] The post Engaging Ways to Learn About Canada’s Mammals appeared first on The Canadian Homeschooler ..read more

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 […] The post Cultivating Global Citizens: Fostering Children’s Curiosity for the World appeared first on The Canadian Homeschooler ..read more

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 […] The post How to Keep a Toddler Busy While Homeschooling appeared first on The Canadian Homeschooler ..read more

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 […] The post 25+ Things Your Kids Learn From Video Games appeared first on The Canadian Homeschooler ..read more

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 […] The post Exciting Ideas for Studying Canadian Immigration in your Homeschool appeared first on The Canadian Homeschooler ..read more

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 […] The post History Plus: An Engaging Video-Based Learning Program for Kids appeared first on The Canadian Homeschooler ..read more

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 […] The post How to Use American Curriculum as a Canadian Homeschooler appeared first on The Canadian Homeschooler ..read more

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 […] The post Hands-On Learning: Ideas to Make Your Homeschool More Engaging appeared first on The Canadian Homeschooler ..read more

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 […] The post Nurturing the Future: Introducing Skilled Trades to Kids & Youth appeared first on The Canadian Homeschooler ..read more

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 […] The post Setting Up a Homeschool Space: What You Really Need appeared first on The Canadian Homeschooler ..read more