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36 - The Oakville Beaver Weekend, Saturday October 14, 2006 www.oakvillebeaver.com OPEN HOUSE FALL REGISTRATION Monday to Friday Between 7:00 am to 6:00 pm 18 months to 6 years 905-842-3061 MUSIC · COMPUTERS · FRENCH · DRAMA · FUN Contact Rita Centofante MONTESSORI 1289 Marlborough Court, Unit 20 Oakville, ON L6H 2R9 Allergy Shirts, s and Patche ! s Sticker Cool R acing by App Jackets aman! Homework Tips for Parents and Kids By Nikki Taylor y Parent Education Manager Fall is officially here, and the kids are settling into school. Do you ever wonder who the homework is actually for? If you feel like you are doing more than your fair share, maybe it is time to look at a few ideas to ease the struggle. Create a positive environment and climate for doing homework. · Provide an area that works for your child, and where you are easily available. · Tools such as pencils, paper, rulers etc. should be readily available. · Turn the TV and other distractions off. · Where possible work with your child to create a regular time to complete homework. · Be available for your child and have a positive attitude. Help your child to learn to get organized and manage his/her time. · Teach your child to use a planner to schedule homework assignments. · Use a family calendar to keep track of projects and assignments so you can help your child stay on top of them. · Follow up with your child about completion of work . Allow your child to do the work. · Allow your child to do the work and earn the mark. This builds their self-confidence and sense of pride. · For children overwhelmed easily, break down the work into smaller steps. · Give children breaks during homework sessions. Understand what the school and teacher's homework policies are. · Communicate with your child's teacher about any concerns you have about homework. · Know what detail/quality your child's teacher expects so you can help your child to meet the expectations. · If there are special circumstances or situations that affect your child's homework completion, let the teacher know. The Centre is a registered charitable organization, that has provided programs and services for families since 1980. Our services are designed to support all families in their parenting role. We also offer early learning opportunities for children 0-6 years. PJ'S PUPPETS AND POPCORN 'S Come and cuddle up with your family in your PJ's for some storytelling and time to play! Great opportunity for siblings and Dad to do a program together! Location: Start Date: Time: Age Group: Cost: 2828 Kingway Drive November 7th to 28th Tuesdays, 6:30 - 7:30 pm 3 1/2 to 7 years $10.00 per family llaby Classic Rock Lu in, ...and REALLY cool books, toys and accessories! d Zeppel CDs Le ana, Coldplay, Nirv e! (at Kerr) and mor Metallica T-shirts , Boo Toys an ks, Accesso d ries! Registration is required 905-849-6366 or visit our website at www.op-cc.ca MATTHEW LANGHORNE'S aul small p by ction Colle ank! Paul Fr Huge Selectio n of Classic Rock Te es! SINCE 1987 CREATIVE MUSIC for CHILDREN 3 TO 9 YEARS in an atmosphere of FUN and SPONTANEITY using Movement, Drums, Xylophones, Recorder etc. A LEARNING PROGRAM Based on the ORFF Method/Groups according to age Sept.-June - 1 hr. a week July-August - 8 weeks 1 hr. a week instructed by MATT LANGHORNE Certified Orff Teacher ROYAL CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC OF TORONTO OAKVILLE SOUTH WEST LOCATION ST. PAUL'S UNITED CHURCH, 454 REBECCA STREET REGISTER NOW! CALL (905) 544-1691 OR EMAIL: mlanghorne@3web.net AN INVALUABLE PRELUDE TO PRIVATE INSTRUCTION! Get Your Wheels in Motion un in th e F Jo out Ask Ab arties yP Birthda For more information on programs, parenting and services offered by the Centre please contact us at 905-849-6366 or visit our website at Palace lr RoloeDrive e 's cootoyrl Winds r S 5R a 0 ad) n Ro thdow.ca ou n t fS 21 (just weswoscooters.o . ww (905) Public Skating Bowling Gifts Billiards Video Games Snack Bar D.J. Foxcreek Plaza (Dundas & 3rd Line) 905.469.4877 www.op-cc.ca 001 823-4