Phonics provides structured literacy to young readers Phonics — understanding that letters and groups of letters make the sounds in language — is still the best approach to teaching children how to read, says Diane Duff, director of The Reading […]
Education
In case of emergency
As a teen, Ottawa’s Eric Roy developed an interest in saving lives. Today, Roy’s First Aid Plus teaches people how to help others Eric Roy recalls when last summer, an Ottawa mother took a course with his company, First […]
Changing the world, one note at a time
Music has an incredible effect on developing children, experts say Children have an innate love of music. Education experts agree that playing an instrument can help in the total learning process. Jane Arrowsmith has been teaching piano and theory for […]
Canada’s missing history
Experts say we have far to go when it comes to teaching reconciliation in schools When it comes to teaching reconciliation, most schools are off to a good start, but there must be more purpose and intention, says the director […]
Bringing down the house
With 20 years at the Ottawa School of Theatre under her belt, outgoing artistic director Kathi Langston touts the benefits of a theatre education Between masks, physical distancing and virtual school, the past two years have been difficult for […]
Back to (virtual) school
Planning ahead for another year in virtual school? Here are five tips for effective remote learning Will your child be attending virtual school this September? Stay ahead of the learning curve with these simple remote learning tips. Keep […]
When should you start your child’s RESP savings?
You may have just welcomed a baby to the family, but the time to begin saving is now, experts say If you’ve just welcomed a new baby to the family, congratulations! Enjoy every moment — the coos and […]
It’s OK to be excited—and nervous—for summer camp!
By Dovercourt Recreation Centre With just two months to go, we are feeling all the possible feelings about summer camp—excitement, anticipation, and apprehension—to name a few. With lots of questions lingering and very few answers, we know that many families […]
Raising a reader
The experts agree – instilling a love of reading in your child early puts them on to the path to success He was talking by 15 months, and recognizing words a few months later. Now, at age seven, Jennifer […]
Take note
Music education teaches stress management, teamwork, enhanced coordination, self-discipline and more, Angela Counter reports Playing a musical instrument is rewarding, but there’s more to music education than learning to keep a beat. Even if your child isn’t the […]