NAVIGATING THE NEW SCHOOL YEAR DURING THE PANDEMIC
Sending your child off to a new school year is exciting and nerve-wracking in itself; now the pandemic has created a new set of worries. Millions of parents are navigating through this unusual time. Whether you’ve opted for online lessons or you’re sending your child back to school, each require tremendous support. Here are some […]
WHAT IS MATH ANXIETY AND HOW TO SUPPORT YOUR CHILD THROUGH IT
With pencil in hand and a math worksheet on the desk, your child may suddenly feel anxiety overtake every part of their body. It’s more than nerves – it’s the kind of fear that makes their palms clammy and heart racing. This is a sign of math anxiety. Learning with math anxiety can be difficult […]
YOUR CHILD’S READING AND HOW TO KNOW WHEN INTERVENTION IS NEEDED
Children begin developing reading skills well before they enter kindergarten. The speech and language skills that they develop as infants will influence their reading skills, as will listening to stories, viewing pictures, and talking about what is happening in books. Sometimes, when children begin formal reading education, they struggle more than other children. However, keep […]
BETTER TOGETHER: THE BENEFITS OF GROUP TUTORING
There are many known benefits to one-on-one private tutoring — active participation by the student, personalized lesson plans, and focused attention on the sole student. These are great qualities, but there are some things that one-on-one tutoring just can’t facilitate. After a long year of isolation during the pandemic, many parents are worried about their […]
GETTING READY TO RETURN TO SCHOOL
This year, getting ready to go back to school feels different. Because many students haven’t been in a classroom since before the pandemic, some anxiety is to be expected. While the idea of returning to the normal swing of things is exciting and relieving, many are wondering about how to prepare their children for the […]
THE BENEFITS OF STEM EDUCATION
At the Progressive Centre, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to expand their awareness and have fun doing so. With that in mind, we are investing in STEM education and as of February 2022, we will be offering a variety of new STEM courses that will engage children and equip them with skills […]
THE JOY OF READING FROM DIFFERENT PERSPECTIVES
As a child, one of my favourite activities to do was read. My parents, especially my mother, instilled in me a love for reading. Reading was my way of escaping reality. I had a great childhood, but I loved what books were able to do for my imagination. With that being said, what is most […]
THE BENEFITS OF SUMMER LEARNING
Although summer is supposed to be a break and your child is looking forward to no classes, there are many benefits to continuing studies throughout the summer. Because they are at a critical period in their development, younger children are more vulnerable to learning loss. “In general, kids learn a lot more in kindergarten, first […]
REASONS TO HIRE A TUTORING COMPANY SPECIALIZING IN A SUBJECT AREA
Over the past few years, we have seen in a shift in tutoring. The demand for math and science tutors has grown expeditiously. As a company that only hires the best, ensuring that your child has access to quality tutors is important to us. As a parent, there are many benefits to hiring a tutoring […]
HOW TO HELP YOUR CHILD WITH MATH AT HOME
Parents, helping your child with math can be a challenging task, especially if they struggle with numbers. However, there are some strategies that you can use to support your child’s learning and build their confidence in math. If your child has difficulty understanding math problems, try to help them visualize the problem in a different […]
HAPPY INTERNATIONAL PI DAY
It’s π Day 14th March of 3.14 day!!!!! Pi Day is an annual celebration of the mathematical constant π (pi), observed on March 14th (3/14 in month/day date format) since the digits in the date (3, 1, and 4) correspond to the first three digits of π (3.14). Pi Day was first celebrated by physicist […]
4 STUDY TIPS TO HELP THE SCIENCE STUDENT
Science is a fascinating subject, but it can also be challenging for students to master. Between complex concepts, intricate equations, and extensive memorization, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed. However, with the right study habits, science students can succeed and excel in their courses. Here are four tips to help science students study: Study […]
GRAPHIC ORGANIZER SPOTLIGHT: THE MIND MAP
Mind maps are visual diagrams that help students organize their thoughts and ideas around a central topic. They are an incredibly powerful tool for studying and learning as they allow students to see how different ideas relate to each other, identify key concepts, and summarize complex information. In this blog, we will discuss several ways […]
GRAPHIC ORGANIZER SPOTLIGHT: THE KWL CHART
As a student, it’s important to have effective study strategies that can help you learn and remember new information. One such strategy is using KWL charts, which are a great way to organize your thinking around a new topic. KWL stands for “What I Know,” “What I Want to Know,” and “What I Learned.” The […]
GRAPHIC ORGANIZER SPOTLIGHT: THE CONCEPT MAP
Concept maps are a powerful tool that can help students study and learn more effectively. These visual diagrams allow students to organize their thoughts and ideas around a central topic and identify relationships between concepts. By creating a concept map, students can better understand complex information and improve their comprehension and retention of important concepts. […]
