September 2011

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Technology can be a powerful tool in the classroom

Technology can be a powerful tool in the classroom

Many schools are using innovative ways to reach beyond the classroom walls to educate students.

Why one mom decided against vaccinations

Why one mom decided against vaccinations

Some parents believe that a child’s immune system will fight disease on its own but most medical professionals say it is very risky to hold back vaccines.

A new studio for kids passionate about art

A new studio for kids passionate about art

4Cats Studio is offering classes for kids that teach them about famous artists and their quirky habits

Three great children’s books by a legendary author

Three great children’s books by a legendary author

September has been declared Roald Dahl month to mark his birthday.

Sports programs that focus on fun

Sports programs that focus on fun

A franchise new to Montreal is offering non-competitve courses for kids in various boroughs around the city.

Geordie sets the stage for new plays

Geordie sets the stage for new plays

Pinocchio, I Claudia and The Little Prince will come to life at the Centaur.

Program teaches kids to play fair

Program teaches kids to play fair

A non-profit organization has a series of games that help teach young people social skills.

New website tackles cyberbullying

New website tackles cyberbullying

Parents, educators and kids can find an array of information online that will teach them how to help circumvent this aggressive behaviour.

Beaconsfield preschool is on the move

Beaconsfield preschool is on the move

Camp offers tools for handling grief

Camp offers tools for handling grief

Strike a balance with extracurricular courses

Strike a balance with extracurricular courses

Okay parents, take a collective deep breath. It’s that time of the year again…when we have to decide about extracurricular activities for the fall.

Youth encouraged to get HPV vaccine

Youth encouraged to get HPV vaccine

The Canadian Pediatric Society recommends that girls receive three doses of the vaccine to be fully protected.

Parent-child programs help strengthen family ties

Parent-child programs help strengthen family ties

A non-profit organization in Montreal reaches out to families with three inexpensive courses.

7 ways to ease the transition to daycare or preschool

7 ways to ease the transition to daycare or preschool

There are many milestones in a child’s life — first bath, first steps, first haircut — but starting daycare or preschool is one that probably looms larger for parents than for their little ones.

Introducing kids to classical music

Introducing kids to classical music

Montreal is home to many family friendly, affordable concerts geared to kids.

Will new report cards get top marks?

Will new report cards get top marks?

This fall, the Quebec Education Ministry is unveiling its new standardized way of evaluating students' work.

Tips for purchasing a school bag

Tips for purchasing a school bag

The school year should start and finish with a sturdy, properly-fitted knapsack in order to avoid serious back pain in children.

Kindergarten teacher embraces iPods

Kindergarten teacher embraces iPods

Some educators are using these gadgets to help develop literacy and math skills.