In Man of the First Hour, George van Popta discusses the life of his father Jules from his youth in the Netherlands, through the war years, and to the end of his life in Canada. In doing so he also portrays the roots of the Canadian Reformed churches and gives us a glimpse into the […]
High School
Homeschooling Checklists: Pros, Cautions, and Special Situations
I love homeschooling checklists but have learned over the years that they have their negative aspects as well. One must be cautious using them, especially in certain situations. Benefits of Homeschooling Checklists Homeschooling checklists have kept us on track for years. I’d plan the year out far in advance, dividing the planned schoolwork up by […]
Considering Passion and Career Choices
We homeschooling moms are our teens’ guidance counsellors. I find that a bit nerve wracking, and I’m sure you do, too. Helping our teens plan their future is so important but is so full of unknowns. Now, there are some good, balanced resources out there (see my reviews below for a few of them). There […]
Review: Civics in Action
It can be difficult to find helpful civics textbooks for the homeschool. Of course, some families don’t need a textbook because they are so involved in politics; that used to be us. Other families can make do with a short Christian resources such as Christian Citizenship Guide. Although we used that book, we also wanted […]
Review: Christian Citizenship Guide by Michael Wagner
Although many homeschooling teens and families have contributed enormously to the political process, no one can deny that the average person does not feel competent to do so. In fact, there is still debate about whether or not Christians should even be involved in politics. And among those who agree that it is a good […]