Resources From August 2021

How do routines lead to better grades? We all know that routines are an important part of everyday life. Young or old, routines can affect everything in life. Sleeping, eating, leaving the house each day: a routine provides structure and consistency. When facing uncertain times, routines become an essential part of life. Routines are key […]

Teens may think they know it all, but science says otherwise! The rational part of the brain does not fully develop until the age of 25! Adult brains and teen brains operate differently. According to Stanford Children’s Health, adults process information with their prefrontal cortex, which is the brain’s rational part. The teenage brain uses […]

Student resiliency played a key role in helping students handle the challenges of learning in a pandemic. Students of all ages overcame hurdles they had never encountered before and did their very best to persevere. However, just because children were resilient, does not mean that they did not struggle or fall behind with their learning. […]

Does your child have a large vocabulary? A child’s vocabulary development is more than just hearing spoken words and reading written words. Understanding the meaning of a large number of words is the key to understanding when reading. It follows that the larger a child’s vocabulary, the easier it is to understand and make sense […]

How are your family’s sleep habits? Does your household have a habit of going to bed late, sleeping in, or watching screens before bed? Sleep habits and routines are important throughout life and play a major role in not only health and well-being but also in helping students of all ages be their best selves […]

Literacy skills are one of the most important skills that we have in life. That’s why reading and writing are the first subjects that young students learn. Developing strong these skills early in life sets students up for success in school and life! Covid-19’s Impact Covid-19 has had a negative impact on literacy development, especially […]

If your child hated online learning, you are not alone. Overall, the prevailing sentiment is that online learning was a struggle for all students. For many students, not learning in class caused them to miss out on the best part of school: connection with others. But missing being around other students isn’t the only side […]

Not every school year is a graduation year, but every student deserves to celebrate the school year! Whether it’s Grade 3 or Grade 10, you don’t have to wait for a graduation year to celebrate achievements! In fact, successfully completing a school year is enough of a reason to celebrate! If your child was in […]

The end of the school year is almost here! This past school year was challenging for everyone. On top of managing the regular school stresses, students also dealt with the challenges of online learning. Even though this school year was different than other years, it still matters! Talking about the highs and lows of the […]