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The Problem with Mathematics Today

The Problem with Mathematics Today

If we were to think about what consists of a classic education: reading, writing, and mathematics, we might reflect upon our own educational histories and best view these three pillars as separate, but equal. Educational psychologists will assert that...

Teach your child to pay attention in class

Teach your child to pay attention in class

“Learning disabilities” is a term that covers a wide range of classroom challenges. Yet—whether due to language impairments or to writing and comprehension difficulties—one of the most common classroom challenges facing children today...

Parents play an important role in financial education

Parents play an important role in financial education

According to a number of recent surveys, many Canadians lack financial literacy. In other words, they have trouble understanding, analyzing and using the information they need to make day-to-day financial decisions.  Part of the problem is that...

School breaks can be stressful for families

Nine resolutions for a better new school year

From the experts at Oxford Learning, here are nine resolutions that will help eliminate habits that cause stress or interfere with academic success: Rise and Shine. Set alarm clocks 10 minutes earlier and benefit from a little extra time in the morning...

Ten easy tips to improve study habits

Ten easy tips to improve study habits

Here are ten tips from Oxford Learning that will help students of all ages improve their study habits. Tuning up study skills is helpful at any time of the year. Begin Early. The earlier a student begins to prepare for a test, the more time there is to ask questions or seek extra help.

Inside the Successful Classroom: My World at School

Inside the Successful Classroom: My World at School

The classroom is a fish bowl. Parents and students can peer in at anytime and discover a unique world. As students will spend more waking hours at school, then their residence; the class should parallel the values of the home and engage the student in responsible, critical...

Will Comic Book Heroes Rescue Ontario's Boys?

Will Comic Book Heroes Rescue Ontario's Boys?

Think of the last time you saw an action movie with a superhero. The plot featured a crisis, but in the end justice and order were restored. Our young men in this province are in need of some rescuing of their own, and in a fascinating turn of events...

Ways to Promote Summer Reading

Ways to Promote Summer Reading

One way to ensure your kids don't experience a loss of learning over the summer break is to READ. Experts say that kids need to read at least 15 to 20 minutes per day in order to maintain their reading skills. Reading is not only entertaining but it also exposes kids to different...

Creative Writing Sites .com

Creative Writing Sites .com

While many parents may think the Internet only teaches kids words such as BRB and LOL - think again! The cyber world can actually help your youngster write more creatively. For kids who enjoy writing, check out these sites which can help expand their literary skills.

Teach your kids about finances

Teach your kids about finances

In these gloomy economic times, it's time to re-think the piggy bank! Start teaching your kids about finances now. Educating your children about money will give them that head start they will need in life! OK, the piggy bank will do if they are very young...

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