Enrichment Resources

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; […]

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. […]

When praising your child for a job well done, recognize the effort they put in instead of their natual ability. Why? When students think they are born with a particular skill, they are less likely to put in additional effort. They practise less, study less, and try less. Instead of recognizing students for being naturally […]

When students set goals, the purpose is always to do something better. Whether it’s getting a better grade in math or not staying up so late, the intention is to improve. So why do so many goals go unreached? Setting goals that students can stick to is a process; there is a right way and […]

Did you know that laughter can improve learning? It’s true! Humour and laughter are not just linked to helping you relax and feel better, they are also linked to helping the brain improve retention and recall… in other words, how well a student remembers a lesson and how long they remember it for. Laughter is […]