EDUCATION
A second language is an asset to all kids
When Bob Malcolmson is scanning a resume, one of the things he’s looking for is a second language.
Tips to support struggling learners
As a parent you hate to see your kids struggle — be it physically, emotionally, or academically. Luckily for them (and you) most of these ...Tips for taking tests
Do your kids get frustrated at the thought of taking tests? Your answer will largely depend on how successful they have been in the past—that ...30 powerful questions to ponder
Ahhh December. Full of winter festivities and celebrations ...and report cards! These too hopefully will provide your family a reason to celebrate. However, regardless of the marks and comments contained within, report cards do provide an excellent opportunity to reflect on the skills, strategies (and barriers) which may have lead to the marks reported....The power of perspective
Your perspective determines your experience in life, not your circumstances ...Signs of a learning disability
Is your child struggling in school, or perhaps in one or two specific subjects or areas? While there can be many reasons for this, one reason many children fail to achieve good grades in school is the existence of an undiagnosed learning disability....Roadblocks to good grades - A quiz
This month, first term report cards will be sent home, much to the excitement or dismay of children across the province....Revealing your child’s magnificence
What do parents and teachers have in common with a 500 year-old Italian sculptor? You might be amazed!...Tips to find the right university for your child
Choosing a university can be a daunting task for both students and parents. What should you and your child look for? With so many choices available, it can be difficult to know where to begin....The importance of a university tour
“If this is what university life is like, I’m in.†That was my 16-year-old’s enthusiastic response to her first look at university digs. Anne and I had decided to stay in residence at University of Ottawa for a soccer tournament rather than opting for a hotel like her teammates....On course, off course or lost?
Although you have likely received feedback throughout this first term in the form of tests and assignments, receipt of a report card is also a perfect time to stop and evaluate your child’s progress—to check the map—to find out if they’re on-course, off-course, or completely lost....Five tips to nurture improved thinking
While the teaching of content such as math facts, grammar rules, and capital cities has always been part of the school experience, there is now a greater focus on the development of thinking skills....Developing a parenting action plan
Competing priorities. Trying to balance work and home. Never enough time or money. Sure you want to be the best parent you can....French Immersion: Oui ou Non?
French was my worst subject in high school. Imagine my dismay when our daughter announced that she wanted to attend the local French Immersion school. How were two non-French speaking parents possibly going to survive French Immersion? ...
How do you define educational success?
Final report cards are almost here, and with them comes an excellent opportunity to reflect upon and celebrate the growth and success your child has achieved at school this year. But what does success look like? Is it just about marks and favourable comments? ...
Easy ways to upgrade memory
Have you ever wished you could upgrade your child's memory as easily as a computer's? If remembering people, places, facts, or dates is difficult for someone in your family, don’t be discouraged. It's often easy to make great improvements in your memory. ...Fun ways to support summer learning
While summer vacation offers parents and students a break from regular routines associated with school and homework, July and August should not invite a total leave from learning....- Sleep is elusive for me
- Elite Care Canada / Nannies and Caregivers
- My dirty little secret: How I failed breastfeeding 101
- Prepare home-cooked family meals for under $10
- How to go green and save green
Sandy Morgan
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08 April, 2009 05:10:32
A Single parent support group offering single parents and their children support, activities and friendship.
Meet 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month at the Oshawa ...
Melanie
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26 March, 2009 03:58:18
This article is just the reassurance that I needed. Though on some level, I agreed with myself that stopping to breast-feed was the right decision, ...
mpcoc
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19 March, 2009 04:24:04
Make it whole grains. In the bread department look for products that are high in fibre and made with whole grains, and choose whole wheat ...
3freester
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14 March, 2009 08:39:48
Painting small clay flower pots, or making paper napkin rings (paper, heart stickers, and staples). Children will enjoy participating in activities that are meaningful to ...
K. Lytle
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11 February, 2009 04:58:53
I'll share with you something my father told me when I had my children. It's a fairly new ideology, within the history of man, that ...
