Rachel Vassanthan
Importance of a Teacher-Student Relationship
One of the most essential components of a good learning experience is the relationship between a teacher and a student. In today’s...
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Ayrton
- Sep 22
- 1 min
Children's blog: Venom vs Poison
If you really are afraid of being bitten or biting something that can make you history. If you are dying to know what is the difference...
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Xin Rong
- Sep 15
- 2 min
Mandarin as a Second Language: Part 4
The Astor students who have been taking Mandarin as a second language spent the term learning about different types of food. We delved...
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Jasveena Kaur
- Sep 8
- 2 min
The Benefits of Using Positive Reinforcement in Classrooms
It is crucial to create a positive and engaging learning environment for effective classroom management, and research has shown that...
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Xin Rong
- Aug 28
- 2 min
Learning Outside the Classroom
Riding a bike, going to the playground and field trips; these are some activities that children enjoy doing. What do these activities...
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Zaid
- Aug 21
- 1 min
Bugatti vs Lamborghini vs Ferrari
Introduction In this writing, I am going to write about the king of speed vs Lamborghini vs Ferrari. The real speed battle. Bugatti...
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Rachel Vassanthan
- Aug 16
- 3 min
Pottery is a Must for Children, and Here’s Why!
Pottery has been a popular form of art and craftsmanship for centuries. It involves the shaping and moulding of clay into various forms...
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Carmela
- Aug 11
- 1 min
Why Do Leaves Change Colour in the Fall?
Introduction In the fall when it gets a little bit colder depending on where you are the leaves might turn brown, red, or even yellow, ...
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Lina Amin
- Aug 8
- 2 min
5 Strategies to Make Your Child Love Reading
Reading is crucial for the development of a strong foundation in education. However, getting children to love reading can be a challenge...
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Iwo
- Aug 3
- 2 min
Why Do Cats Like Themselves?
Introduction Cats groom themselves not only to keep clean, but for several other health reasons. The cat also likes to protect themselves...
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Xin Rong
- Aug 1
- 1 min
Mandarin as a second language: Part 3
Continuing with our inquiry into different types of food, the Astor students learning Mandarin as a second language talked about the...
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Lynn
- Jul 27
- 1 min
Rock VS Pop Music
Introduction In this writing, I am going to write about rock vs pop music. Did you know pop and rock music origins date back to the early...
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Priscilla Suen
- Jul 25
- 2 min
Boosting a Child’s Confidence through Class Presentations
Children are often eager to present their thoughts, ideas and projects in the classroom. They have such enthusiasm for the process!...
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Lucy
- Jul 21
- 1 min
What is the Real Reason that Caused Ostriches to be Flightless?
Introduction Ostriches are a type of bird. They got wings just like any other bird. But they just can't fly! What is the real problem...
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Jasveena Kaur
- Jul 19
- 2 min
Learning From the Past
It is important for children to begin learning about history from a young age. It gives them a better understanding of the world around...
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Lily
- Jul 13
- 1 min
Why Do Cats Purr?
Introduction In this writing, I am going to be talking about "Why do cats purr?". Did you know not all cats purr? Would you like to know...
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Priscilla Suen
- Jul 11
- 2 min
Promote Positive Affirmations in your Classroom
Positive affirmations are phrases and acknowledgments of positive aspects of a child’s personality, effort, behavior, or other...
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Kohshiro
- Jul 7
- 1 min
How Does the World's Fastest Train Move?
Introduction In this writing, I am going to talk about how the world's fastest train works. Before I write about it, I am going to talk...
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Rachel Vassanthan
- Jul 5
- 3 min
10 Practices Where Art Meets Academics
Art is a wonderful tool for students to express themselves, develop their creativity, and learn new skills. It allows them to explore...
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Lyneth
- Jun 29
- 2 min
How are Waterfalls Formed?
What is a waterfall? A waterfall is a steep descent of a river or another body of water over a rocky ledge. It is a river or other body...
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