Alyssa and her husband chose home learning for their daughter Lupine (grade 6) and son Sawyer (grade 3) because it gives their family much-needed flexibility. She loves that they spend so much time outdoors and that home learning made Alyssa [...]
Our guides and educators in our HomeLearners Network program have been super busy planning live, fun and engaging activities for your kids this fall. We have a jam-packed schedule of activities that cater to a variety of interests including art, [...]
Interdisciplinary projects offer an incredible opportunity to simultaneously engage your kids in learning multiple subjects. An example of an interdisciplinary project is our Illustrate a Picture Book series where over the course of five sessions, kids will use writing, storytelling, design and art to create their very own picture book!
With the change in seasons comes a change in activities! We’re super excited about the activities we have coming up for your kids this fall. Whether they’re into art, design, music or creative writing, we have an activity for them! [...]
Learning science is a way for kids to unveil the many mysteries of our world! When science is a hands-on experience, kids interact with materials and technology, witness cause-and-effect relationships, understand things they can't see, and gain a sense of [...]
STEAM learning is so much more than learning the subjects of science, technology, engineering art and math. It prepares kids with important skills that set them up for success and promotes teamwork by encouraging kids to test hypotheses together and [...]
Music has the incredible ability to move people, both physically and emotionally. It stirs up memories, provides inspiration, increases blood flow and reduces anxiety and stress. "Music is also a fantastic way to create bonds with others," says HomeLearners Network [...]
“Incorporating sensory art is so important for kids, and I don’t think there’s enough emphasis on that,” says HomeLearners Network (HLN) Guide, Alecyn. “You can learn just about anything through art, and making stuff with your hands is so fun [...]
By spending time in nature, your kids can experience better mental and physical health, gain a sense of environmental stewardship and learn essential skills. Being outside and learning about the seasons and cycles of their surroundings and the plants, animals [...]
Feeling strong emotions is all part of being human, and recognizing and controlling challenging emotions as they surface is an important skill that takes practice and self-awareness. Empowering your kids to understand and connect with their emotions at a young [...]
