When I read this quote from Dr. Best it really resonated with me. Growing up I don’t remember really learning Black Canadian history in school. Sure, there were mentions of slavery, the Underground Railroad, and a handful of (mostly) American historical figures, but I don’t remember anything about Africville, about Dr. Best, about Viola Desmond.…
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My home educator peeps know what’s up when I say Winter homeschooling is vastly different than the other Seasons. There’s always a point where it feels like Winter will never end, that you’ll be trapped inside forever, and cabin fever will take absolute hold. If you live in The Great White North, Winter can feel…
Read MoreI want my children to live a magical life. Lately the subject of Kris (Kringle) and his compatriots has been everywhere I look. There are many who believe that telling your children about these Guardians is akin to lying. I wholeheartedly disagree! Some people believe that it’s useless in the grown up world (so why…
Read MoreSpirit: noun The non-physical part of a person which is the seat of emotions and character; the soul.* Spiritual: adjective Relating to or affecting the human spirit or soul as opposed to material or physical things.* This morning I flipped through e-mails on my phone while baking Banana Peanut Butter Bars. The kids were working…
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