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 […]
Getting Rid of First Day Jitters
In a previous blog, we’ve talked about how parents can help their children prepare for the first day of camp, by helping them review their schedule, listening to their worries, reminding them they aren’t alone, creating a goodbye ritual, and taking your time in the morning. Anxiety of the unknown, however, is still very real, […]
A Colourful Tissue Paper Rainbow: Fun craft for kids Colorful Tissue Paper Rainbow
How to make a colourful tissue paper rainbow! Do you have children at home on a rainy or snowy weekend? Are you looking for something interesting and unique to do with them? Or maybe you’re hosting a playdate with a few of your child’s friends and looking for activities? How about trying one of our […]
The Power Of Speaking French 24/7
You heard that enrolling your child in a French program can help them gain more work opportunities, higher pay and even improve their memory. But now that your child is in French Immersion, you might be wondering…“now what?” If you’re like most parents, you might rarely (if ever) hear your child having conversation in French. […]
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 […]
My trip to France: read it from the pen of a past camper
France is truly an amazing place. My experience in France is one of my most cherished. I cherish my memories from France not only because of the amazing range of fascinating sites and dazzling sceneries I saw, but also because of who I experienced those things with and the way we did it. The Camp […]
