What Makes Camp Tournesol a Great Educational Camp
#1: What is the focus of the program? FRENCH, FRENCH, FRENCH….our main purpose is to develop the skills and confidence in campers to speak french in a social and conversational setting….but that is NOT all. Here is a breakdown: Language skills: The goal of each and every week at Camp Tournesol is for campers to […]
5 Tips To Support Your Child In French Immersion When You Don’t Speak French
You enrolled your child in French Immersion because you were excited about the flurry of positive benefits the program provides. Maybe you even have a few friends who rave about the program and couldn’t be happier with their decision. But when your kids start coming to you for help with homework, reality sinks in… “Help! […]
Debunking The Myths: Why You Should Not Pull Your Child Out Of French Immersion
To continue with French Immersion or not? THAT is the question! As the director of a long-running French camp in the GTA, concerned parents of children in grade 6 and 8 often approach me looking for answers to this important question: “Why shouldn’t I pull my child out of French Immersion?” There are a number […]
How to transform a family holiday into a learning opportunity
In Ontario – with a common school calendar across the province – it is tempting to take advantage of the “off season” fares when travelling. Providing your child with priceless experiences such as discovering a new part of the world is a great learning opportunity that you can easily provide with a simple trip out […]
Power of words
“I am so proud of you…” Every parent has uttered these words to their child. Although it is natural for us to always be proud of our children, it is also important to analyze the ways in which we praise our children… When we use phrases like “I am so proud of you” to praise […]
