Homestead Readers

02/11/2026

We are heading to the SHBE homeschool convention! Are you?

Our books are written in Saskatchewan and inspired by real prairie life and real Saskatchewan history.

Homestead Readers – phonics-based stories for beginning readers
Homestead History – true Saskatchewan history written for young readers
Detective Grant and Co. - a beginner chapter book series for kids ready for the next step

It’s one connected reading path from learning to read to reading to learn.

Come say hello at the convention!

02/02/2026

Designed as a companion series to Homestead Readers, each Homestead History book is intended to be read after the corresponding Homestead Readers level.

The reading skills children learn in Homestead Readers are reinforced and strengthened through the stories in Homestead History, giving students meaningful practice with the same phonics patterns in a historical context.

While the two series complement each other naturally, Homestead History can also be used independently as Canadian history readers for developing readers.

02/01/2026

The stories in Homestead History follow the everyday lives of children growing up on a Saskatchewan farm in the 1930s and 1940s.

From ordinary moments like chores and school days to adventures involving horses, winter travel, and unexpected challenges, the stories show what childhood was truly like in the past.

These are history stories emerging readers can read for themselves.

01/31/2026

Coming February 9.

Homestead History is a new companion series to Homestead Readers, bringing true Canadian history to young readers.

We’ll be sharing daily posts throughout the week, offering a closer look at the stories and how this series fits naturally into a child’s reading journey.

Follow along as we introduce the series.

10/01/2025

You can read the full article here: https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/the-most-popular-reading-programs-arent-backed-by-science/2019/12

09/30/2025

A small rural school in Alberta shared how well Homestead Readers are working in their classroom.
The simple structure and real-life stories make them a good fit for mixed grades and varying reading levels.
It’s encouraging to see students gaining confidence through consistent, phonics-based reading practice.

09/29/2025

Wondering how Homestead Readers align with BJU Press?

This guide shows exactly which levels of Homestead Readers your child can enjoy after each stage of the BJU Press reading program. Whether you’re supplementing or looking for extra practice, these decodable books are a seamless next step.

- Phonics-based
- Real photographs
- Stories about real children

See more at homesteadreaders.com

09/29/2025

Time is running out! Our Back to School Special ends TOMORROW!

Stock up on Homestead Readers now and give your kids the tools they need for confident, joyful reading this school year.

Plus—take advantage of our special bonus deal before it disappears!

Visit homesteadreaders.com today.

09/28/2025

Read the whole article at: http://www.wileyblevins.com/classroom_spotlight/phonics-ten-important-research-findings

09/27/2025

09/26/2025

If your child loves animals, they’ll feel right at home with Homestead Readers.
These phonics-based stories follow real kids growing with all kinds of animals: milking cows, riding horses, collecting eggs, feeding dogs, and more!
Perfect for early readers who connect best with real-life adventures and furry (or feathered!) friends.
Get a free sample at homesteadreaders.com

09/25/2025

Use Logic of English? Looking for extra books for your kids to read that:
- Aligns with what they are learning in LOE?
- Strengthens the phonics skill they just learned on before on?
- Captures children’s attention and makes them want to read more?
Homesteadreaders.com