As a parent, you want what’s best for your child. You work hard to provide them with everything they need to succeed in life – from a solid education to good moral values. But did you know that family engagement is also one of the most important things you can do for your child? Here […]
When it comes to helping your children with their academics, you want to ensure that you make the best decisions for their education. But how would you choose an online tutor? There are many benefits of using an online tutor, but there are also some things you should keep in mind when making your decision. Keep […]
As technology becomes increasingly intertwined in our society, many parents are left wondering how to integrate it into their children’s lives best. Negative screen time, such as when kids watch too much television or play violent video games, is extremely different from positive screen time. This includes using devices and apps for educational purposes, communicating […]
In psychology, the term “illusion of understanding” is used to describe a situation in which a person believes that they understand something better than they actually do. This often happens when people are trying to explain something to someone else. They may think they know it perfectly well, but only partially or superficially in reality. […]
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, Education Minister Stephen Lecce has developed Ontario’s Learning Recovery Action Plan to help students caught in the midst of the global disruption. This comprehensive plan is designed to support struggling students and address the unique challenges that they may face. It includes a variety of interventions, such as […]
As parents, we want what is best for our children and often go to great lengths to ensure their happiness and success. We carefully select the right school for them, enroll them in extracurricular activities, and make sure they have the latest and greatest toys and gadgets. However, one of the most important things we […]
Math can be a stressful subject for many parents, and multiplication is one of the most feared subjects. When your child comes to you for help with their multiplication, you may feel like simply running away. If this sounds like you, chances are your fear of multiplication all comes down to two reasons. The first […]
As discussed in previous blog posts, parents often feel frustrated when speaking with their children about math. Math calculations appear different from when they were in school, and how their child talks about math seems like a new language. This can often create barriers between parents and children in being able to discuss schoolwork. Working […]
Although our lives have returned to what feels like normal, the reality is that we are all still living with the aftermath of COVID. For kids, this means unfinished learning, and for parents, it can mean feeling like we need to do more to help our children catch up. The good news is that there […]
I often get parents asking me how they can help their children with their study skills. We are all familiar with coming home the night before a test and studying to memorize how to calculate each math problem. But as an educator, I explain to parents that we would rather have children develop habits that […]
