End of the year stress
May 20, 2013
ProblemsYour child eats less, sleeps less and has nightmares while you blankly stare at those two weeks of July highlighted on your calendar. Are you all stressed out?
School life
My child stresses over school
April 25, 2013
ProblemsYour child whines every morning before leaving for school? He makes up crazy stories to avoid doing homework? What if your child is feeling stressed out about going to school?
My second child doesn’t like school as much as the first
November 1, 2012
ProblemsYour eldest loves school and has good grades. His little brother is not as enthusiastic! How can you encourage the first without discouraging the second?
10 tips to survive homework
October 31, 2012
Homework and StudyAfter going back to school in a storm, we soon face the dreaded homework. Here are 10 strategies to survive this painful moment.
Head lice
September 24, 2012
School HealthHead lice are tiny insects that live on the scalp, where they lay their eggs. Head lice do not spread disease having head lice does not mean you are not clean.
Setting bedtimes for school children
August 4, 2012
School HealthIn summertime, we tend to be more permissive but during the school year, we must set bedtimes for children. Adequate sleep is the best way to keep children concentrated, in shape and in a good mood!
Back to school!
July 10, 2012
IntegrationEven if we would only like to think about it the day before, going back to school needs to be prepared a few weeks in advance to avoid stress and panic!
Summer homework, tutor and follow-up
May 24, 2012
ProblemsThe school year did not end up as well as you would have expected. Should your child spend his summer with pens, papers and piles of books? Sylvie Desmarais gives you advice.
School stress: how can we help?
March 2, 2012
ProblemsStress is a response of the body that is useful for survival. If an optimal stress level is necessary, what should we do when we exceed this level?
Performance stress in primary school
November 6, 2011
ProblemsIs your child is stressed out and anxious before an exam or sports competition? Could he be experiencing too much performance stress?
Choosing a special school
May 10, 2011
IntegrationFor your child’s primary school, did you think about an alternative school, a special vocation school or an international school? If so, we have some useful information for you.
5 rules for a smooth homework time
October 6, 2010
Homework and StudyA homework routine, a clearly identified study corner, optimal organization, greater autonomy of the child and regular encouragement are the 5 keys to a successful homework time!
Special Files
Summer vacation
Summertime is here... The sun stays up longer, we work a bit less and we enjoy prolonged weekends... Hurray for the holidays! Here are a few suggestions of activities for the whole family.
Back to school 2012
In a few weeks, children will begin a new school year. Whether it be their first day or they are returning for another year, here are some articles to help you prepare.
