All tagged homeschool
Rowan talks with Rod Cumberland of HENB, Home Educators of New Brunswick, about home schooling in that province and about an upcoming conference. They also discuss parental rights and the government’s role in education, and Rod has some good advice for home school fathers and for new homeschoolers.
Scott and Rowan discuss the history of the one-room schoolhouse in Canada, and how it began as an extension of the home. Over the years the philosophy of education changed to one of centralization and institutionalization. Scott shares advice for new homeschoolers and a new post-secondary opportunity for Canadian homeschoolers.
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!
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.
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..
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.
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.
In a STEM world, are the humanities still relevant? Why has education shifted to a focus on STEM? What are the employment prospects of humanities students? These topics are discussed and more.
Learn about the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, and a remarkable Peacemaker and Guide named Thanendelthur. The second episode with indigenous content from Headphone History in honour of our National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. Free Printables for your children.
In honour of the national day for truth and reconciliation, some indigenous history for your Canadian homeschool.
