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A Blast Off into Multiplication
Boot Camp
Sign up today for a fun, intensive 8-hour Multiplication Boot Camp
August 14-17th
(12:30pm - 2:30pm)
Parent Reception Area
One of the Instruction Rooms
Instruction Room - We use whiteboard tables rather than paper/pencil and worksheets
Our Reward Rocket Board
Instruction Room
Instruction Room
Growth Mindset is so important
Ms. Lacy Teaching at the Whiteboard Tables
We are not worksheet based. Instead, we use the whiteboard tables as they are fun, engaging, and very interactive. Our students absolutely love solving problems on them.
Ms. Danielle Using Basketball Math
Our instructors learn about each student's interests and hobbies and incorporate them into session. Students learn best when they are fully engaged and what better to way to engage them then through their interests.
Jenga Math
We also use fun table-based games when solving math problems.
Ms. Lana Using Agility Hoop Math
Students are up and moving while learning. We teach math in a multi-sensory, fun, engaging way.
Understanding the Clock
Using manipulatives to build an understanding of telling time.
Working on Elapsed Time
Using one of our many "Hands-On Approaches" when working with the concept of telling time.
Working with Fact Families
Working on concepts of addition and subtraction with fact families while playing "Monkey Kaboom."
Grocery Shopping
Working with decimals, percentages, fractions, money, mixed operations, and place value.
Dyscalculia
Dyscalculia
"Understanding Dyscalculia" - What is it? What causes it? What are the symptoms? How is it diagnosed? What can be done?
"Quiz: Could Your Child Have Dyscalculia?" - Short but Thorough Quiz
"I'm Concerned My Child Has Dyscalculia. Now What?" - A Step-By-Step Guide
"What's the Difference Between Dyscalculia and Math Troubles Associated with Dyslexia and Dyspraxia?" - Outlining the Three Different Types of Difficulities
"How Can I Tell If My Child Has Been Misdiagnosed With Dyscalculia?" - What To Do
"4 Ways Dyscalculia Can Affect Your Child's Social Skills" - Infographic
"Skills Affected by Dyscalculia" - Infographic
"5 Common Myths About Dyscalculia" - Slideshow
"Checklist: How to Help With Dyscalculia" - At Home, At School, From Outside Resources
"At a Glance: Classroom Accommodations for Dyscalculia" - Infographic
"Treatment Options for Dyscalculia" - Treatment Options (Medical and Non-Medical)
A.D.D./ A.D.H.D
"Classroom Accommodations for Math Learning Disabilities"- Advice for Successful Learning
"ADHD in Children" -Overview, Symptoms and Subtypes, Causes, Myths and Facts, Brain Functions, Personal Stories, Diagnosis, Treatment, ADHD at School and more!
"10 Holiday Stressors for Kids With Learning and Attention Issues" - Very Helpful and Informative!
"Dr. Amen's 7 Types of ADHD" - Redefining ADHD
"5 ADHD Trouble Spots and How to Avoid Them" - Slideshow
"6 Common Myths About ADHD" - Slideshow
"The Experiences of ADHD in Childhood: I Have Always Felt Different" - Hear from 16 College Students Reflecting Back on Their Childhoods
"Why We Feel So Intensely: Understanding ADHD Emotions" - Slideshow
"Getting an ADHD Diagnosis: 3 Common Mistakes" - Two Pages of Important Information
"Books For Tweens and Teens on Learning and Attention Issues" - Slideshow
"The New Way to Study With ADHD" - Learn Faster and Retain More!
"7 Rules for Using ADHD Medications Safely" - List with Examples
"ADHD Diagnosis" - The Good, The Bad, and The Parent's Role" - Everyone Has a Role
"Decades of Failing to Recognize ADHD in Girls Has Created a 'Lost Generation' of Women"
"ADHD and Anger: What You Need to Know" - Covering everything From stress to medication!
"Different Professionals Who Help Kids With ADHD" - Comparison Chart
"At a Glance: Therapies That Can Help Kids With Learning and Attention Issues" - Infographic
"Children With ADHD: Foods to Consider Cutting Out" - Examples and Explanations
"How Different Types of Tutoring Can Help Kids With Learning and Attention Issues" - Comparison Chart
"Thank You, Pixar: Why Inside Out Is Great for Kids With Attention Issues" -Blog Post by Special Education Consultant
A.D.D./ A.D.H.D
Anxiety
"9 Things Every Parent with an Anxious Child Should Try" - Helpful Advice with Examples
"Anxiety in Kids: How to Turn it Around and Protect Them For Life"
"7 Truths About Your Kids and Anxiety" - Slideshow
"13 Helpful Phrases You Can Say To Calm An Anxious Child" - Phrases With Examples
"Anxiety: Why It's Different From Stress" - Compares the Similarities and Differences
"5 Things You Shouldn't Say to An Anxious Child (And 5 You Should)" - An Adult Reflecting Back on Childhood
"ADHD and Anxiety: What You Need to Know" - The ADHD-Anxiety Connection
Anxiety
Asperger's Syndrome
"Asperger Syndrome: What is It?" - Overview, Symptoms, Treatment, Resources and More!
"How to Explain Your Child's Asperger Syndrome" - Opinion Piece On Whether You Need To Explain
"Saying Goodbye to Asperger's Syndrome" - Changing The Name to Autism Spectrum Disorder
Asperger's Syndrome
Autism Spectrum Disorder
"Autism Spectrum Disorder: What is It?" - Overview, Symptoms, Treatment, Resources and More!
"Could My Toddler Be Autistic?" - Possible Signs of Autism in Toddlers
"Which Children With Autism Develop Better Communication Skills?" - Joint Attention, Imitation, and Toy Play
"The Difference Between Autism and Learning and Attention Issues" - What You Need to Know About ASD
"Sensory Processing Issues: What You're Seeing In Your Preschooler" - Infographic
"Sensory Processing Issues: What You're Seeing In Your Grade-Schooler" - Infographic
"Sensory Processing Issues: What You're Seeing In Your Middle-Schooler" - Infographic
"Sensory Processing Issues: What You're Seeing In Your High-Schooler" - Infographic
Autism Spectrum
Behaviour and Learning
"Supporting Behaviour and Learning: Individual Body Breaks" - What is a body break? Who needs a body break? When do you use a body break?
"Why So Many Kids Can't Sit Still In School Today" - The Importance of Moving and Learning!
"Is Your Child Getting Enough Sleep" - Infographic That Covers All Age Ranges
"5 Tips for Avoiding Homework Battles With Your Grade-Schooler"
"Why Does My Child Talk NonStop and Not Realize It's Annoying" - Explanation and Suggestions
"What To Do When Your Child Says 'I'm Stupid'" - The Power of Empathy
"Activities for When Kids Have to Wait" - They Don't Require Any Materials!
"How To Introduce Your Child's Needs to a New Teacher" - 3 Great Tips!
"25 Ways To Ask Your Child 'So How Was School Today,' Without Asking Them 'So How Was School Today"
"How to Say It: Responding When Grade-Schoolers With Learning and Attention Issues Are Frustrated"
"Success Stories: Celebrities With Dyslexia, ADHD, and Dyscalculia" - Slide Show
"Why You Should Do Nothing When Your Child Say's 'I'm Bored'" - Fascinating Read/ Advice
Behaviour and Learning
Depression
"Children, Youth, and Depression" - Canadian Mental Health Association
"Kristen Bell Opens Up About Living With Depression and Anxiety" - Debunking the Harmful Stereotypes
"Are Learning and Attention Issues Risk Factors for Depression?" - Expert Q and A
"Checklist: Behaviour Changes in Your Child That May Be Signs of Depression" - Thorough Checklist
"When Negative Feelings Turn Into Depression" - What to Watch For
"I Think My Child Is Depressed: What Should I Do?" - Expert Q and A
"At a Glance: Signs of Depression in Your Middle-Schooler" - Infographic
Depression
Dyslexia
"Understanding Dyslexia" - What is it? What are the symptoms? Treatment? Resources and More!
"Warning Signs of Dyslexia" - From Pre-school to Adulthood
"20 Things Only Parents of Children with Dyslexia Would Understand" - Informative List!
"The Dyslexia Toolkit" - A Resource Provided By The National Centre for Learning Disabilities
"A Dyslexic Child in the Classroom" - Specific Focus on Math and Other Subjects
"8 Tips for Introducing Dyslexia to Your Child" - The Rationale and What to Say
"How to Teach a Dyslexic Child Math" - Anchor Charts, Personal Story, and Techniques
"5 Things Not to Say to Your Child About Dyslexia" - Slideshow
"Diagnosing Dyslexia From Its Strengths" - Looking at Strengths Rather Than Potential Problem-Areas
"Clues to Dyslexia" - Helpful Checklist Categorized by Grade Level
"How to Get The School System To Support Your Child With Dyslexia" - Do's and Don'ts
"Dyslexia: What It Is and Isn't" - Why It Often Gets Confused With Other Learning Difficulties
"Different Types of Dyslexia" - Dyslexia Shows Itself In Many Ways
Dyslexia
Giftedness
"20 Tips For Nuturing Gifted Children" - Comprehensive List and Visual Chart Detailing the Differences between High Achievers, Gifted Learners, and Creative Thinkers
"20 Signs Your Child May Be Gifted" - Characteristic Traits
"Characteristics Checklist for Gifted Children" - Looks At a Wide Variety of Skills and Abilities
"Gifted Children's Challenges With Learning and Attention Issues" - The Challenges and How to Help
"Checklist: What to Ask Schools About Twice-Exceptional Kids" - Having Two Learning Identities/Needs
Giftedness
Working Memory/ Processing
"Supporting Students With Working Memory Difficulty" - Overview, What It Looks Like, Strategies and More!
"How Working Memory Games Can Improve Kids' Executive Function in 5 Minutes a Day"
"Primary Characteristics of Students with Intellectual Disabilities" - Academic, Cognitive, Social Performance
"10 Ways IPads Teach Kids with Learning Disabilities" - Thorough List
"Why Does My Child Remember Some Things, But Not What She Studies?" - What is Memory?
"The Impact of LD on Siblings" - Checklist of Helpful Tips
"7 Ways to Help Your Child Cope With Noise Sensitivity" - Slideshow
"Educating Your Child about LD" - The Importance of Readiness
"For A Child With a Learning Disability, There's Such A Thing As Too Much Help" - New York Times
"5 Common Myths About Auditory Processing Disorder" - Debunking the Myths
"Processing Speed: What You Need to Know" - What Is It? What Does it Mean? What Does it Look Like?
"Working Memory: What It Is and How It Works" - Definitions, Examples, Troubles, and How to Help
"5 Ways Kids Use Working Memory to Learn" - List, Take Aways, and How to Help
Working Memory and Processing
Multisensory Learning
"Multisensory Instruction: What You Need to Know" - What is It? How does it work? What are the benefits?
"Make Multisensory Learning Materials" - Techniques and Learning Methods
"Garden Math Activities for Kids: Adventures in Learning" - Getting Outdoors and Learning About Math!
"25 Math Activities For Kids Who (Think They) Hate Math" - Multi-sensory Math Ideas
"Math Games for Kids" - So Many Fun and Engaging Ideas!
"Why Kids Need to Move, Touch and Experience to Learn" - A Fascinating Read!
"Sensory Break Ideas" - A List of 40 Explaining What They Are and How to Use Them!
Multisensory Learning
Math Tips
"Wonderful Ipad Apps"- Math and Literacy Apps Recommended by University of Edinburgh
"How Adding Math to a Child's Home Routine Can Advance Achievement" - Informative Article
"Three Top Math Tips For Parents" - CBC News
"At a Glance: 7 Ways Kids With Learning and Attention Issues Can Get Tripped Up By Math Problems"
"Good At Math, Bad At Word Problems: How to Help" - Overviews and Key Take-Aways
"11 Terms to Know if Your Child Struggles with Math" - Colourful List With Thorough Examples
"How Different Learning and Attention Issues Can Cause Trouble With Math - Amazing Chart!
"How Can I Help My Child Use Abstract Thinking In Math" - Using Manipulatives
"Number Sense: What You Need to Know" - Key Take-Aways
"Ready, Set, Play! How Games Can Help Kids Who Struggle in Math" - Different Types of Games
"7 Afterschool Activities That Sneak Math Into Your Child's Day" - Cooking and Much More!
"My Son Writes Numbers Backwards. Why is That, And How Can I Help?" - Multi-Sensory Learning is Key!
"7 Board Games to Help Younger Kids Build Math Skills" - Having Fun While Practicing Math Skills
"How to Help Kids With Tricky Math Homework" - The Do's and Don'ts
"Math Milestones: Math Skills and What to Expect At Different Ages" -Absolutely Amazing Milestone Marker for Every Age/Grade Level
"Questions to Ask At Your Parent-Teacher Conference" - Checklist
Math Tips
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