Enjoy this delightful conversation with Odelia Chan, a homeschooled young adult who is both a writer and an entrepreneur. In this episode, Odelia (who is the second-oldest of eight children) shares how her mom custom made their education and curriculum to the interests and talents of each child, while challenging them in areas that needed work. Odelia shares what she loved most about being homeschooled and begins to share what she found challenging, including grappling with doubts.

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.

Are you considering home schooling in Nova Scotia or already teaching your children at home there? Check out the Home Schooling Journey in Nova Scotia Conference and learn about other helpful resources to support you in Nova Scotia, as well as the rules about registration and reporting.

Scott Campbell, a homeschooling father, shares his family’s journey to homeschooling. Then, he and Rowan talk about the Brocksden Country School Museum and the opportunity it gives for a homeschool field trip. Combining history with education is one of the host’s favourite things to talk about.

Rowan shares about how curriculum fairs and conferences can be overwhelming, but then gives some advice and encouragement about how to prevent and deal with that. She also gives an update on what conferences she will be attending and some interviews that will be coming up on the podcast.

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.

Tips for making Advent meaningful although the ideas about simplifying and serving others are relevant no matter what holiday you celebrate.

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.