Education

Ahhh summer vacation – a time for your kids to kick back and relax, to forget about classroom routines and to lose themselves in some hard-earned play time. But July also offers you and your kids the time to reflect

The Internet is a vast swath of cyperspace, and it doesn’t take much for your kids to get caught up in it. The problem, of course, is that it’s hard to keep track of everything they do online, which makes

Do your kids get frustrated at the thought of taking tests? Your answer will largely depend on how successful they have been in the past—that is, students who usually do well on tests tend to like them, while those who

Children who have trouble with their school work in Grade 1 face a greater risk of experiencing problems with depression by the time they hit Grade 6. That's the conclusion of study—published in the July issue of the Journal of

When summer winds down back-to-school preparations are beginning, even for parents with young preschoolers. Finding the best childcare options, preparing children for starting at or returning to daycare or kindergarten, and re-establishing

The great thing about being a student is that every school year brings with it the opportunity for a fresh start—a chance to begin again. However, for some children leaving the past behind can be difficult. So this month I'm

Back to school is often a time of excitement and enjoyment for children anxious to meet new friends and participate in activities. However, for some shy children the anxiety of returning to school can be a nightmare.
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Even if you homeschool throughout the summer, there are things to get ready at the beginning of the traditional school year.  This is the time of year new curriculum materials come out, and let’s face it, everyone needs a deal

Our children learn new things every day at school, and we often do the same at home or work. But have you ever stopped to consider exactly how we learn a new skill? While it may not be something to

Final report cards are almost here, and with them comes an excellent opportunity to reflect upon and celebrate the growth and success your child has achieved at school this year. But what does success look like? Is it just about

Preschool can be a scary word for both you and your child. How could it be they are at preschool age already? It's reassuring to know that there are many reputable preschools, some of which involve parents in the classroom

How would you rate your memory? Excellent? Good? Fair? (Or perhaps you've already forgotten the question?!)

The start of the school year brings many anxieties for both children and parents.  Unlike my own start to school (about a hundred years ago) many children are concerned about the social and advantageous benefits of having the "rig

Author and psychologist Dr. Ann Dunnewold offers the following helpful tips for parents, their kids and teachers. You might want to post these and refer to them throughout the school year

I’m always relieved when my kids are finally home for the summer, yet equally relieved when the school year starts up again. My relief at sending them back is often eclipsed by the insanity that the back to school season

Looking for ways to keep your kids engaged on rainy days or long car rides and fight off "summer learning loss?" (39 separate studies have shown student can loose up to 2.6 months of learning over the summer.) It's easy!