A recent conversation with a friend about their child’s meltdown over homework reminded me of my own struggles in math class in Grade 7, and my eventual need for a tutor to help me better understand math. I did well in math until Grade 7, when a new teacher (and new equations) left me struggling on my own for the first few months until things became progressively worse. … [Read more...] about 17 Signs That Your Child Needs A Summer Tutor
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5 Ways You Can Become Ocean Wise
Canadian Blog House received a media invite from Ocean Wise to celebrate the launch of their new global ocean conservation organization. All opinions are our own. As Ocean Wise says..."we are all connected to the ocean." Whether we live in Tofino, British Columbia, Cavendish, Prince Edward Island, or Ottawa, Ontario, what we do to the water we use in our homes and … [Read more...] about 5 Ways You Can Become Ocean Wise
Rooting Your Kids’ Education In STEM At Level Up Kids Camp! #LevelUpKids
This post is part of the YummyMummyClub.ca and the Level Up Kids sponsored program. Canadian Blog House received compensation as a thank you for our participation. This post reflects our personal opinion about the information provided by the sponsors. A curriculum based on real-life situations to help students learn, STEM education focuses on four key areas of study: … [Read more...] about Rooting Your Kids’ Education In STEM At Level Up Kids Camp! #LevelUpKids
Talking One-To-One Learning With Ruth Rumack
One-to-one learning can give students who need extra support a much-needed boost in helping them reach their full potential. I am proof that a one-to-one approach works. My pre-teen years were a very painful time of life for me. Missing a great deal of school due to illness resulted in me being bullied by classmates for missing school. The bullying had a "snowball effect" on … [Read more...] about Talking One-To-One Learning With Ruth Rumack
Stay Educated About The Ontario College Of Teachers
Teaching is the one profession that creates all other professions. ~ Author Unknown Next to mom and dad, teachers are some of the most important and influential people in a child's life. That's a huge responsibility for anyone. Our teachers help us to become the people we are today. They help guide us, educate us and, like my favourite teacher Mrs. Franken, they can be a … [Read more...] about Stay Educated About The Ontario College Of Teachers