FUNctional Literacy for All!
“STEAM represents a paradigm shift from traditional education philosophy, based on standardized test scores, to a modern ideal which focuses on valuing the learning process… Read More »FUNctional Literacy for All!
Kamala Sproule
What is STEAM?
STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics) The acronym STEAM originated with the National Science Foundation. STEAM Education is an intentional, hands-on, authentic approach to… Read More »What is STEAM?
Importance of Play!
Families with children 0-6 years old are invited to attend aTable co-hosted free event, on January 30, 2016, with free childminding. Space is limited. For registration and… Read More »Importance of Play!
Before We Eat: From Farm to Table
Before We Eat: From Farm to Table by Pat Brisson As a family sits down to enjoy a meal, thoughts of those who provide… Read More »Before We Eat: From Farm to Table
The House in the Night
Illustrations and easy-to-read text explore the light that makes a house in the night a home filled with light. You can find this book at:… Read More »The House in the Night
How are you Peeling: Foods with Moods
How are you Peeling: Foods with Moods by Saxton Freymann and Joost Elffers Help your child learn about their emotions and get them to eat their… Read More »How are you Peeling: Foods with Moods
The Bear Ate your Sandwich
The Bear Ate your Sandwich by Julia Sarcone-Roach A bear comes into the city. Did he eat the sandwich at the picnic? This month… Read More »The Bear Ate your Sandwich
How to help kids make friends: 10 Evidence-based tips
In Parenting Science, an article from Gwen Dewar, Ph.D, 2009-2013, How do kids make friends? Newborn babies are born ready to socialize, and no wonder: Throughout our evolutionary… Read More »How to help kids make friends: 10 Evidence-based tips
The Name of the Tree: A Bantu Tale
The Name of the Tree a Bantu Tale retold by Celia Lotteridge and illustrated by Ian Wallace A well-known Bantu tale brought to dramatic life… Read More »The Name of the Tree: A Bantu Tale
Coaching your child through hard times
The ‘Backpack Series’ has two great articles, click on them to learn more: How to help your child recognize and understand Anger-2 and How to help your… Read More »Coaching your child through hard times