Education and Academics Blogs for Parents in Ottawa

Summer Reading Tips for Children

It’s not unfair to say that many children, once school is out, don’t pick up a book until school starts again. Here are some tips to help keep your child reading during the summer.

Summer Reading Tips for Children
It’s not unfair to say that many children, once school is out, don’t pick up ...

By Dave Garrison

By Dave Garrison

10 Tips for Managing Kids’ Tech Time

May is Better Hearing & Speech Month!

10 Tips for Managing Kids’ Tech Time
May is Better Hearing & Speech Month!

By Park Cities Speech Language & Learning Center

By Park Cities Speech Language & Learning Center

Over A Dozen Places to Get a Free Education Online

Learning doesn’t always have to come from higher education. If you really want to learn, and want to do so without paying for anything, you can do so online.

Over A Dozen Places to Get a Free Education Online
Learning doesn’t always have to come from higher education. If you really wan...

By Sunil Kumar

By Sunil Kumar

10 Technology Tools Your Kids Will Love

10 great technology tools for your kids. From spelling, to games and literary tools we've got a sweet list to keep your kids clicking away.

10 Technology Tools Your Kids Will Love
10 great technology tools for your kids. From spelling, to games and literary...

By Lorraine Powell

By Lorraine Powell

Giving Kids the Edge: The Valuable Skill of "Debating"

After 18 years of experience in the education system, debating is still one of the most effective ways for students apply their learning.

Giving Kids the Edge: The Valuable Skill of "Debating"
After 18 years of experience in the education system, debating is still one o...

By Nick Szymanis

By Nick Szymanis

Growth Mindset: Teaching Your Child To Deal With Failure

The book Mindset: The New Psychology of Success has great ideas for parenting and teaching about success and failure.

Growth Mindset: Teaching Your Child To Deal With Failure
The book Mindset: The New Psychology of Success has great ideas for parenting...

By Ashley Mead-Robins

By Ashley Mead-Robins

10 Fun Ways to Teach Your Kids Good Financial "Cents"

Currency is supposed to make our lives easier, not harder. Try any of these 10 fun games with your children and you'll both have a blast, plus learn a lot!

Currency is supposed to make our lives easier, not harder. Try any of these 1...

By Andrea Robinson

Raising Spirited Children

Interesting books to help you understand and raise your Spirited Children.

By Pilar Alba

ChatterBlock’s Favorite Kids' Books Series

A good series that really intrigues and resonates will draw in your child in ways that stand alone books can not. And there are so many excellent series being published right now, there is no shortage to choose from. See the sidebar for our favorites.

A good series that really intrigues and resonates will draw in your child in ...

By Josie DeGreef

Technology Tools to Take Back School

Top Web and Smart Phone Apps to Help the K-5 Young Learner

By Joelle Blaikie

How to Start a Private Kindergarten

Deciding to open a private kindergarten is not an easy task, however, it is highly beneficial for many reasons. This may be a right decision if you are good in interaction with kids. If you are up for starting a private kindergarten, here are some essential tips for you. Check them out.

Deciding to open a private kindergarten is not an easy task, however, it is h...

By Daniel Rogers

Teaching Coding to Kids for Success in Life

While you may not know much about coding, your kids probably do! Learn about the importance of technology in the future, and how it will impact your children.

While you may not know much about coding, your kids probably do! Learn about ...

By Rachael Everly

Why Multiculturalism in Children's Literature is Important

There is a need for diversity in children's books. This is my personal perspective on the issue.

There is a need for diversity in children's books. This is my personal perspe...

By Sandhya Acharya

All about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Kids and Adults

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) refers to a brain disorder in which an individual is not able to concentrate. The person goes through the patterns of inattention and hyperactivity impulsivity at all times.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) refers to a brain disorder in...

By user_17392

5 Technical Skills to Teach Your Child Before High School

The school system teaches our children and helps them prepare for the future. One thing we can do to supplement this scholastic education is teach them technical skills that they can use throughout their life.

The school system teaches our children and helps them prepare for the future....

By Dixie Somers

Preschool Parenting Tips to Help Your Younger Kids Adjust

Preschool Ideas for New Parents

By user_17577

How To Watch The Solar Eclipse

Watching a solar eclipse is not something that comes along everyday. In fact, the next solar eclipse anywhere in North America is not until 2023, so don't miss this chance to watch one of nature's greatest events with your kids!

Watching a solar eclipse is not something that comes along everyday. In fact,...

By Jennifer Tigner

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Education and Academics Blogs for Parents in Ottawa

Summer Reading Tips for Children

10 Tips for Managing Kids’ Tech Time

Over A Dozen Places to Get a Free Education Online

10 Technology Tools Your Kids Will Love

Giving Kids the Edge: The Valuable Skill of "Debating"

Growth Mindset: Teaching Your Child To Deal With Failure