8 kid-friendly, eco-friendly plastic substitutes
The plastic items we use on a daily basis has become such integral parts of our world that even the thought of cutting it out of our lives can seem intimidating. Why not take baby steps and expose your child to the idea of reducing their use of plastic! This simple step will encourage them […]
Day Camp or Overnight Camp: Which is Better for My Child?
Summer camps: Day camp or overnight camp… That is the question! Though summer may seem far away, parents are already starting to think about what activities will occupy their children’s time over the summer break. This can prove to be a challenge at times because while you’re looking forward to them continuing their growth and […]
Setting New Year’s Resolutions with Your Child
The new year signifies fresh beginnings—a chance to wipe the slate clean and start all over again. This is a great opportunity to set resolutions with your child, helping him or her learn the importance of commitment and change. Kids who have not yet hit their teenage years are at a prime age to set […]
French Academy: Serving Tomorrow’s Citizens
In an ever-changing society where technology is an integral part of our daily lives, are we really meeting the current needs of students in the acquisition of French as a second language? How can children who opt out of French immersion (for a myriad of reasons) obtain a functional level of bilingualism? Are children graduating from […]
FREE French Workbook – “L’école”
School is a huge part of almost every child’s life. It’s where they spend most of their days and develop their understanding of the world. So we think it’s pretty important for any French learner to be able to navigate this environment fluently in French! That’s why we’ve created a free school themed workbook in […]
Myths & Facts About Bilingual Children
Census data shows Canadians are becoming more linguistically diverse. The number of Canadians who speak a language other than English or French at home is up 14.5%. If this upward trend continues, this means our country will see a natural rise in the number of bilingual children. Research has consistently proven the benefits of bilingualism. […]
FREE French Workbook – “La Metéo”
The school year is slowly coming to a close and kids everywhere are beaming at the idea of summer vacation (finally!). But, that doesn’t mean that French learning has to stop! Our mission at Camp Tournesol is to show children who are learning French that it’s not only a subject at school, but a daily […]
Top 10 Moments at Camp Tournesol
Every moment at Camp Tournesol is one to remember, but we’ve compiled a list of our favourites. From sunny days at the splash pad to playing board games at French, these videos remind us of how much fun our campers have in French, and of the wonderful friendships that are formed! Enjoy! #10 Learning French […]
Top Time Management Tips for Kids
With more and more distractions coming from all types of devices and social media platforms, it’s no surprise that kids struggle with organizing their time. These days, it’s important to teach children time management skills as early as possible to help them succeed in school and after-school activities. Especially for kids in special programs such […]
Practice French With Free Printable Workbooks for Kids
Beyond school time, there’s always room for improvement in your child’s education – especially when learning a whole new language! That’s why we’ve created these 4 FREE seasonal workbooks for your child to practice French at home. Each book includes a list of essential vocabulary words and phrases, as well as a few activities that […]
