Spring STEM Ideas
STEM is becoming a very popular buzz word in education and you may be hearing a lot about it. So what is STEM and how can it benefit your child?
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How to Embrace Technology for the New School Year
Teachers on Call shares how technology is being utilized in the classroom for the new school year.
STEM Education Over March Break to Keep Learning Fun
With the March Break coming up fast, it’s time to start planning activities to keep your child engaged over the short break.
5 STEM Websites for Kids (that are fun!)
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) is an important area of focus in the classroom and at home. One of the questions we often receive, is how do I engage my daughter or son in STEM?
10 Winter STEM Activities
It's January and we are in the heart of the winter season, check out our ideas that cover a wide variety of STEM activities, but focus on a common idea: Winter!
Five STEM Gifts Kids Will Love to Receive (and Parents Will Love to Give)
With the focus in schools today on science, technology, education and math (STEM), many modern toys are catering to this trend. After all, STEM gifts provide much more than entertainment. They offer opportunities for children to develop problem solving and critical thinking skills.
SHAD - Summer Enrichment Opportunity
SHAD is a summer enrichment program where high potential high school students spend 4-weeks in July living at a host university campus outside their hometown and engage in experiential learning in STEAM & Entrepreneurship. It’s an opportunity for promising students to meet like-minded peers, explore Canada and gain an immersive university experience.
Apps to Prevent the Summer Slide
Summer is a wonderful time to spend with family and friends and enjoy the beautiful weather after a busy school year. Unfortunately, studies show that between June and September, students can lose around 2 months of learning and have trouble adjusting for the fall. Fortunately, there are plenty of fun ways for students to keep learning over the summer.
Toronto Summer STEM Field Trips
There are numerous activities and places to visit around Toronto that are fun and promote STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) learning. Here are some of our favourites for families of all ages.
How to Make STEM Fun
STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) are becoming increasingly important in education and ultimately the workplace. With the majority of the fastest growing careers requiring Math and Science, The Ontario Ministry of Education has taken notice and is evolving the curriculum to focus more in these areas.
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