www.oakvillebeaver.com · OAKVILLE BEAVER Wednesday, June 9, 2010 · 20 Summer Registration End summer learning loss with camps for your brain What will your child learn this summer? With plenty of choices available, parents face a tough decision in choosing activities to fill up the summer days. There are a multitude of camp options and plenty of these camps help kids to learn new skills --from tying reef knots, riding sidesaddle and canoeing, to perfecting fine arts. Camps such as these keep children active all summer long. Studies have shown that during the summer, children can lose their learning momentum, and it can take upwards of two months to get back up to speed in the fall. So why is it that keeping children entertained and amused takes precedence over their educational needs? Summer day camps that focus on learning and educational needs such as those offered at Oxford Learning are a viable--and fun--alternative to prevent summer learning losses. $JHV WR 5HDGLQJ :ULWLQJ 0DWK $UW 0XVLF )XQ "More than just catching up on the school curriculum or bridging skill gaps, educational summer camps are a great opportunity for students to learn to associate learning with fun," says Laurine Klym, from Oxford Learning Oakville. "Because of the smaller class size and because it's summer, the normal rules don't apply. It's the perfect opportunity for students to try new things and to take the risks that they might not otherwise get the chance to do during the regular school year." Regular school is out, which means students don't have to deal with the other stresses of the school year. Summer is the perfect time to learn the school skills that are not a part of our curriculum; these skills allow the students to reach a higher level of school success. But more than just bridging skill gaps, summer brain camps help students to work on the skills that are not part of any curriculum but that are just as important to school success. Some of the non-curriculum skills learned from a summer camp that can benefit your child in the classroom includes: · Gaining confidence and self-esteem · Independent work habits · Increased risk taking · Attention and focus skills · Improved motivation Founded in 1984, Oxford Learning uses innovative approaches to academics that have helped thousands of students to reach their educational goals. Customized programs based on the science of cognitive development help children to develop the skills that they need to succeed in school while they develop the confidence that they need to succeed in life. Contact an Oxford Learning representative for more information about making the rest of this school year count. Oakville North (905) 469-1929, Oakville North East (905) 257-1207 or Oakville South (905) 849-4027. Planning a Florida or Myrtle Beach Give your kids a World Cup experience (NC)--Bring the World Cup home this summer. As one of the world's most popular sports, soccer is a perfect summer activity for kids of all ages. Following the excitement that will come from the 2010 World Cup, Popsicle a sponsor of over 18,000 Canadian under-10 soccer players shares soccer skills that will have you playing like a pro this summer. · Warm-up: Don't forget to stretch your muscles before any practice or game to make sure you don't injure yourself on the field. · Drills: Try out a variety of drills to learn about precision and the speed of the sport. · Spacing: Make sure you have enough space around you to be able to maneuver the ball. And know where your teammates are on the field this will help to make more successful passes. · Come Equipped: Make sure to bring your towel, a large water bottle and a tasty treat to keep you hydrated and energized. 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