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17 · Friday, November 20, 2009 OAKVILLE BEAVER · www.oakvillebeaver.com National Child Day: Forest Grove's Tribute To Children T T We underestimate children's capabilities very often. They are individual beings with their own DNA make-up and personalities living with other separate personalities in a community of norms, values and social expectations. Children require guidance and limitations in order to be safe and follow society's rules as adults. Research indicates that intelligence improves through direct experiential learning. We must put our fears on the sidelines sometimes and allow children to discover. Teach them safety and good health practices while they explore To honour a child is to recognize capabilbut by all means-let the children explore! ities. To honour a child is to teach through actual experience. To honour a child is to Karen Chaplin, RECE.C and Alicja assist with the completion of a task which Podgorsda M.Ed., E.C.E are Directors of Often fears of the most horrible events the child initiated. To honour a child is to Forest Grove Preschool Academy of Arts and Technology and Forest Grove Studio prevent adults from providing opportunities celebrate success. of Advanced Arts and Technology. for growth and advancement. Sometimes fears are driven by tragedies in the news or cultural values influenced by poverty, illness or war. Happy Holidays from FOREST GROVE OO O O OG GLEN ABBEY WOODS · LAKESHORE WOODS Before and After School Preschool & Kindergarten March Break and Summer Adventure Camp HANDS ON! NOW THAT'S EXCITING! WE ARE DIFFERENT! · · · · Transportation to and from local schools Flexible to individuals needs One of a kind learning environment Exposure to modern technology, science, fine arts, music & drama REBECCA STREET TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM: Eastview, St Dominics, Mohawk Gardens, Gladys Speers, Ascension, Pinelands, St. Patrick's and Pine Grove WEST OAK TRAILS TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM: Pope John Paul II, Mother Teresa, West Oak Public, St. Joan of Arc, Captain Wilson, Emily Carr & Forest Trail 3420 Rebecca St., · 905-827-7166 2275 West Oak Trail Blvd., · 905-827-3085 karen.chaplin@forestgrove.ca apodgorska@hotmail.com www.forestgrove.ca