We know that extracurricular activities matter as they build confidence and spark creativity. But research shows 1 in 3 students struggles when transitioning from summer freedom to structured schedules. Preparing their brain now helps build their focus, memory, and efficiency,...
It all began on a Tuesday night - the kind that ends in tears over a simple math worksheet. My 7‑year‑old son sat across from me at the kitchen table, tense and frustrated, struggling with a math subtraction of 153...
Math can be intimidating. Not just for kids, but even for parents trying to help with homework after a long workday. And when your child’s confidence begins to crumble under the weight of numbers, many parents turn to the next...
The summer season is of melted popsicles, scraped knees, and kids everywhere chanting the sacred mantra: "No more homework, no more books!" But before we all pack up school bags for good until the reopening of schools, let’s hit pause...
Math has a bit of a PR problem. When you say the word “math” in a room full of kids (or even adults), you might get a few groans, an eye-roll or two, and maybe even someone whispering, “I’m just...
If someone told you a decade ago that an abacus-based program would become one of the best education franchises in Canada, you might’ve raised an eyebrow. But here we are, with UCMAS standing tall, 20 years strong and still growing....
Summer’s here, and with it comes sunshine, popsicles, and a whole lot of free time. But in between the park visits and screen time marathons, there’s something most parents don’t talk about until it’s already happening: learning loss. Yep, we’re...
Have you ever watched a child negotiate pocket money like a stockbroker? “Or heard them calculate how many toys they can buy during a sale before you’ve even opened your calculator app? That’s not just cleverness. That’s mental math in...
“Becoming a new parent is thrilling—and often overwhelming. Between sleepless nights and unpredictable routines, we sometimes forget that the early years are when a child’s brain is most eager to learn. I was there too, trying to do everything "right,"...
Imagine trying to wrangle a tiny tornado with boundless energy, sudden mood swings, and a strong opinion on which color cup they must drink from. Yep, that's your average 5-year-old! And while parenting them might feel like managing a mini...
