On weekdays from September 8 though the 12th, we will post different prompts on our website (just scroll down on the home page to find the link). Enter the draw by answering the question, and be eligible for amazing prizes!
Come back here starting September 8 for the daily draw!
Did you know WISDOM families with funding available may use Purchase Orders to shop at specific vendors? This purchase order is provided to the vendor at the time of purchase and the vendor then bills your Gilbertine Institute funding account directly.
To view a current list of vendors working with WISDOM Purchase Orders, please click here. *Currently WISDOM has 160 vendors willing to use purchase orders from WISDOM families around the province. It’s a great way to purchase items with funding and not use cash or put purchases on your credit card.
There are great instructions on the website here and many families are happy using purchase orders. Note that it can take a few days to have them approved by the WISDOM Family Funding Team. *Purchase Orders are available from Sept. 19 through May 31, 2026.
Read on to learn more about the different vendors participating in this giveaway.
A number of WISDOM Purchase Order Vendors have donated Gift Certificates that will be in a giveaway contest on the WISDOM website (September 8-12, 2025). WISDOM will also be donating books, games and gift certificates, as well as some WISDOM items. Check out the website, answer the daily question and enter the individual draws for the different items!
Participating Wisdom Purchase Order Vendors:
Active Animals the Game - The creation of Active Animals the Game encourages families and kids to increase the amount of play in their lives and to also help create more opportunities for physical activity! (Creator Mark Boston has also donated a Birthday Party package - 1 hr of games plus a gift for the birthday child *$150 value* for the Edmonton area, surrounding communities or up to 1.5 hours away! **Ages 3 - 9)
CHER (Canadian Home Education Resources) - With the idea to be a part time endeavor for a little extra income, Brenda and Gary Baradoy stocked about three bookshelves in their dining room, sent out a one page list of materials in stock, and CHER (Canadian Home Education Resources) was born. Thirty years later they are still in the business with full and part time wonderful employees who operate out of a 4000 sq. ft. facility in SE Calgary.
Best selling items: All About Learning (All About Reading, All About Spelling, All About Math), Singapore Math Dimensions, Master Books (especially Math Lessons for a Living Education, Math Lessons for a Living Education, and Living Art Journal. MB has a wide variety of materials.), Apologia Science (plus Math and Bible), Saxon Math (is still well respected by homeschool families), Logic of English, Handwriting without Tears, Watercolour with Me (in the Forest), Klutz Kits, Science Games and more.
Christian Book & Record - A family run business serving Edmonton. They are willing to order whatever you need. A WISDOM family favourite!
Best selling items: NLT Go Bibles, NKJV Adventure Bibles, Stickers, and books.
Classical Education Books - CEB’s mission is to provide Canadian families with all the books and curriculum they need to provide a beautiful education for their children.
Best selling items: See website
History Plus - History Plus offers exciting, award winning workshops across Alberta, brought to you by veteran teacher, actor, entertainer (and homeschool grad) Daniel Allers. With thousands of workshops presented, and thousands of students served, History Plus will bring a love of learning to your family! (There is an online version as well.)
Home School Print & Prep - Throughout the founder’s homeschool journey, she explored many avenues for obtaining homeschool materials. It didn't take long to realize that shipping pre-printed materials from the US was not a good option for them. They found that most professional print shops cost more than they were willing, or able, to pay. At-home printing is time-consuming and/or nearly as costly as a professional print shop. Seeing the need for affordable homeschool printing, this family felt inspired to start Homeschool Print and Prep to help fellow homeschool families have what they need to effectively educate their children at an affordable price. (Edmonton area)
The Learning House - The Learning House is a family owned business that has been providing quality educational resources to families, homeschools, and schools across Canada since 1994.
Best Selling Items: All About Reading Starter Package, Institute for Excellence in Writing, BJU –Math, Singapore Dimensions, Apologia Science – Zoology 1, Masterbooks – Language Lessons for a Living Education and more
Math Canada - MathCanada is the exclusive home for the Canadian Edition of Math-U-See, a complete K to 12 math program. We also offer several other programs to complement Math-U-See including Spelling You See, Analytical Grammar, Accelerated Individualized Mastery, Style Write, Learn to Write the Novel Way, Write Your Roots and Stewardship, a great money management program!
Northwoods Press - Northwoods Press has stayed small and personal with the single focus on Social Studies. Whether educators are seeking to supplement their existing curriculum or embark on a comprehensive Canadian studies program, Donna Ward and Northwood Press offer a wealth of resources tailored to meet the needs of homeschooling families.
Highlighted items: Geography - Province to Province, Africa - Land of Hope, Who Runs This Country Anyway? (A Guide to Canadian Government), Canada (and World) Map Book series, Discovering Canada history series, and more.
Shepherd's Fold - Shepherd’s Fold is your one-stop-shop for Christian and family-friendly books, media, and gifts in Grande Prairie. With a passionate and personal staff team, Shepherd’s Fold aims to engage with the local community through quality, Christ-centered products and service.
Sunrise Marian - Their goal is to help people grow in their personal and spiritual lives while deepening their relationship with God, learning from the saints and spiritual teachers through trustworthy books, faith formation, Bible studies, gifts, music, films and more.
Best selling items: See website
Educational Extras:
The Adventures of Achilles - Achilles is the son of a king and a goddess and also the best warrior in Greece. So when Prince Paris claims Helen from a Greek king and Troy declares war, everyone knows that Achilles will be vital to the Greek cause. With the help of the gods, can young Achilles lead his fellow countrymen to victory against the Trojans? Includes two full-length CDs narrated by the authors.
Beyond Survival - Beyond Survival gives you the preparation and working plan for a successful homeschooling experience. With confidence and compassionate humor, Diana Waring leads you on a joy-filled educational journey.
Cover Your Assets Game - Dive into fast-paced and competitive card game action that's addictive and family-friendly. Perfect for game nights, this game offers excitement with every turn as players compete to collect and protect valuable asset card stacks. (2 - 6 players, ages 7 and up)
Evolutions in Bread (Artisan Pan Breads) - If you want to craft artisan pan breads and rustic Dutch oven loaves at home with professional, consistent results, this is the book for you. Think crispy, crackly crusts and soft, airy interiors, just like from your favorite artisan bakery—except it came from your own oven.
The Kid’s Cookbook - Designed especially for kids ages 9 and up, The Kids Cookbook is packed with kid-friendly recipes-and great photos to match. Each recipe includes an equipment list and all instructions young cooks need to have a great time whipping up something delicious. (Super-easy recipes are flagged, so kids can choose their challenges.)
Masterbook Math Level 2 - Math Lessons for a Living Education: Level 2 is a Christian homeschool math curriculum designed to help your student excel in math. The lovable story of the twins from earlier levels continues and is used to help your second-grade level student learn world problems, skip counting, bar graphs, place values, units of measurement, telling time, and more.
Respectful Parents, Respectful Kids - More than a tool to correct bad behavior, this handbook urges parents to move beyond typical discipline techniques by creating an environment based on mutual respect, emotional safety, and positive, open communication. The seven outlined principles redefine the parent-dominated family by teaching parents how to achieve mutual parent/child respect without being submissive, set firm limits without using demands or coercion, and empower children to open up, cooperate, and realize their own innate potential.
Throw, Throw Burrito Game - How to Play: Prepare for a party game like no other! Deal out cards, collect three of a kind to score points, and play Burrito Cards to trigger an epic battle. Duck, dodge, and dive as you and your friends hurl squishy burritos at each other. Accumulate points, avoid Burrito Bruises, and duel to determine the ultimate champion!
Winnie the Pooh - Tales of Friendship Treasury - This charming Winnie the Pooh: Tales of Friendship Treasury is the perfect bedtime read with a heart-warming story for every night of the week. Follow Winnie the Pooh, Piglet, Tigger, and friends as they explore the true value of friendship.
Word a Melon Game - In the word search game Word-a-Melon, players take turns rolling the die, flipping letter chips, and creating words with the revealed letters. Unused letters are flipped face down again, so players need to use their melon to recall which letters are where. In the end, the player with the most chips wins!
Happy Home Schooling with WISDOM in 2025-2026!