When a child comes home with a school project on the climate, economy and agriculture of Faroe Islands, the almighty Google offers little solace. There is Wikipedia, of course, but…
By Maria Gurevich. Knowledgeable, worldly, well-rounded children whose value system is similar to our own are every parent’s dream. With the abundance of educational resources and activities, we forget that…
By Yaelle Gurevich. The fusion of the delicious components of all four food groups into one spectacular explosion of flavour is probably the best invention known to man. The Sandwich…
A 10th grader teaches elementary school students how to use literary devices. By Michael Khaykin Every kid likes stories. And if you have ever tried writing one, you know it…
For Halloween, I ask my students to share their most dreadful experience. Back to school shopping was among them. As for teachers and parents, some are tempted to start their…
If you were asked to come up with a controversial topic, it is unlikely that grammar would be amongst the first to come to mind. However, in a room full…
Last summer I learned a Ukrainian dance, attempted to play African drums, and ate blood sausage, all in the streets of Toronto. Cultural events are always tons of fun, and…
“What do you mean, by heart?” Sasha, a grade four student, raises her eyebrows almost to her hairline. I hand her a cute 8-line poem about robins splashing in a…
This is a humorous student piece combining historical research and informal writing style. “The Origins of…” writing prompt is a great way to introduce research based writing. Recently, an American…
The Old House How have you been spending your time lately? Are you the type of person to stay inside and binge on your favourite show, or would you rather…
I am not an opponent of French Immersion. Bilingual education has many benefits. Yet many hard-working students and parents regret enrolling. Every parent wants to make an informed decision, and…