Resources From October 2021

Contrary to many students’ beliefs, using math doesn’t stop once they’ve graduated from school. In reality, math shows up in everyday life long after school; it’s crucial to encourage math confidence at an early age whenever possible for long-term success. A common aspect of math that hinders confidence is math word problems. Figuring out these […]

Don’t lose marks for simple mistakes. Editing skills are key to helping students not only become better writers but stronger students in all subjects. Whether for a math assignment or writing an essay, editing skills are an important part of learning. Editing skills can even boost learning confidence! Writing and Editing Reviewing and editing your […]

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We put a lot of focus on the back-to-school season. The transition from summer fun to school-year learning can be an important and exciting time for students! But, what happens when the excitement wears off? After the first month of school is over, and back-to-school jitters are gone, your family is back into a daily […]

With Thanksgiving around the corner, we are reminded that holidays and any time we can safely spend with our loved ones are especially cherished. They also act as an excellent opportunity to focus on gratitude. The uncertainty that COVID-19 brought taught us to give our energy to the good things life has to offer. The […]

Implementing healthy goal-setting practices is a great strategy to ensure your child starts the new school year on the right track. Research shows that when used correctly, these practices can have a significant positive influence on student achievement. Goal-setting is about control, and children do better in school when they feel in control of their […]

If you have ever asked your child after-school questions about their day and received “fine” or “ok” in response, you already know that it can be tough to get children to discuss school. To get more information from your children, start by asking the right questions! One-word answers aren’t an attempt to shut parents out; […]

Because of the pandemic, all students have suffered from COVID learning loss. According to research, there is one key way to help students overcome those learning losses and have a strong school year: tutoring. Coupled with regular learning losses students incur over the summer, Covid-19 has created a major lag in learning. Education experts are […]

It’s back-to-school 2021 time! The world has changed which means how we prepare for the school year ahead has changed as well. Shopping for new school supplies and the best back-to-school accessories can help kids start thinking about the return to the classroom, but that’s just the start. There are many more ways to prep […]