Now that you’ve considered the big picture of the rhythms of your calendar year and aspirational goals for your family, it’s time to make a detailed plan for your curriculum subjects. Rowan shares a very helpful tip in the form of a question that will put you in the driver’s seat of the curriculum rather than having the courseload drive you!
In this podcast you will learn to plan your homeschool year by first looking at the big picture of your goals, purpose and vision. Then you will examine the annual rhythms of your calendar to get a realistic idea of how to map out your school days and manage expectations. Veteran homeschooler Rowan Atkinson shares some tips and ideas for planning a great year.
Is your homeschool family prepared for an emergency? Rowan gives practical tips on preparing for emergencies for 72 hours and beyond. You don’t have to be a crazy prepper to be ready for a crisis.
Tips for making Advent meaningful although the ideas about simplifying and serving others are relevant no matter what holiday you celebrate.
Rowan interviews children’s picture book author Laurie Vandenhurk, who moved to Tanzania to serve the people there while homeschooling her children. Learn how village life in Tanzania impacted her and her family, and has now formed the basis for her books in the It Takes A Village to Raise a Child series.
Rowan interviews the director of the Alberta Home Education Association to learn about homeschooling in Alberta. Find out how AHEA advocates on behalf of Alberta homeschoolers and enjoy a philosophical discussion of parental roles and the role of government in the education of children..
Rowan and Stephanie discuss unschooling as self-directed learning. An inspirational conversation that also asks real questions about parenting and trusting that children can direct their own learning.
Christine Dittman shares how she runs a Lego business while homeschooling her ten children.
An exploration of the concept and purpose of testing and whether or not these ideas apply in the homeschooling context.
Stephanie Sewell shares her homeschooling journey and the importance of connection in education, and how she kept connections going in her choir during the pandemic.
Get the low-down on what you can expect from the Canadian Online Homeschool Conference including topics and speakers.
Lincoln Stoller, former NASA scientist and current life coach, has had a unique educational journey which has led him to unschooling his son. We discuss the importance of mentorship and making opportunities for learning and growth.
Tips for organizing your homeschool. How you do it will depend on your philosophy of education and on your organizing style. How Rowan organized her homeschool, and more.
