News & Announcements
Catch up on news, events and trending topics at Oak Learners.
Coping with Grief and Loss
Grief and loss are a natural part of life, so why do most adults try to hide it from children? I understand it is not an easy subject to discuss with children, but they are more capable of handling it than most adults give them credit for. Children are very resilient and very intuitive, even when we hide the truth, they can usually sense something has happen.
Benefits of Meditation
The world is an unfamiliar place right now causing stress and anxiety to rise in everyone, including our children. Finding time and ways to reduce these is imperative to our children mental health. Meditation has many benefits to improve overall health and well-being.
Incorporating Physical Activity During Online Learning
Have you ever noticed that after a long day at work, staring at a computer all physical activity day you feel cranky, sometimes your body feels stiff, or you have a headache? Well, the same thing happens with our children but it usually doesn’t require a full day of screen time to cause these negative effects.
Effects of Covid-19 on Children’s Social Connections
Covid-19 is wreaking havoc all over the world, this virus is deadly in more ways than one. Being a mother of four, the death I am referring to is the death of my children’s social connections with family and friends.
The Forgotten Senses
We all know about the 5 senses, touch, taste, smell, sound, sight, but did you know there are actually 2 more very important forgotten senses? These...
Arts & Crafts: Paper Plate Dinosaurs
ROARR! Dinosaurs are so popular amongst children, and who can blame them! They may like them so much that they become so knowledgeable about dinosaurs that many adults may not be aware of. With their fascination with dinosaurs, what is better than being able to make their own by simply using recyclable items such as a paper plate and cardboard toilet paper rolls?! The great thing about this activity is you can make any dinosaur your child prefers, but today, we will be making the Brontosaurus!
Arts & Crafts: Catapult!
CATAAPUULTT! Did you know you can make a simple catapult out of popsicle sticks? This is an awesome STEM craft project for children of all ages. This fun crafty project focuses on math, physics and engineering. The force, distance, accuracy can all be challenged with the catapult.
Extracurricular Activities
Outside of the classroom Oak Learners also offers extracurricular activities for children to participate in. Extracurricular activities provide...
Teaching
At Oak Learners, children receive the opportunity of individualized learning. This involves incorporating the curriculum in each child’s learning...
School Leadership
Problems are always having the potential to rise to the surface, having a solution to that problem is always reassuring. With that being said the...
3 Reasons Why Children Combine Languages When They Speak
Have you ever spoken with someone and just couldn’t find the right words to express yourself? You searched and searched your brain for the right word, but just couldn’t think of anything? If you’re multilingual, you probably know what I’m talking about.
Language Learning: Expanding Vocabulary With Games
Continuing on the Language Learning series, here are four games that can help your older children expand their vocabulary in their target language!
Resources & Activities
Learn at home with ideas, activities and helpful content from Oak Learners.
Fun with Friends: Activities for Virtual Playdates
The question is, how do you make these playdates fun and exciting, especially after months of Facetime and Zoom calls? We have created a list of activity ideas that will keep your children engaged, even if they can’t be with their friends in person. These activities will allow you to build in some much-needed social time for your kids, while also encouraging their creativity and communication skills! They are great ideas to keep in mind for virtual family game nights and other social events taking place online!
Summer Fun: How to Make Your Own Bubbles!
Bubbles are a fun summer activity for people of all ages! Follow the steps below to make your own homemade bubble recipe.
Drawing Outdoors: Creative Chalk Activities for Kids
Chalk is a summer staple in many family households. It is inexpensive, easy to use, and it takes children away from their devices for a while. For some parents, though, drawing time ends far too quickly. Their children doodle a couple of things before complaining that they are “tired” or “bored.” If you have faced this problem in the past, you came to the right place! We have created a list of unique and fun chalk activities that will keep your little ones entertained all summer long!
Stay Active at Home: Create Your Own Obstacle Course!
Even with the warm weather and the beginning of summer, it can be difficult to stay active as most recreational facilities and programs are still unable to run safely. An obstacle course, whether indoor or outdoor, is a great way to express creativity, stay active and have fun at home. Best of all, an obstacle course can be created using any materials and any amount of space you have available.
Captivating Children’s Books for Young Dancers
Many children are drawn to dance. Whether they take part in lessons, compete on stage or just dance to music in their bedroom, they love moving and...
How to Make a Coffee Filter Butterfly!
Summer has finally arrived! Bees are buzzing, the sun is shining, and beautiful butterflies are soaring through the sky. Many children are...
Making Music Online: Chrome Music Lab and More!
Making music at home can be lots of fun, and many students may be interested in learning more about different instruments we can use to make music, how to read sheet music of their favourite songs, or even how to write their own songs. Chrome Music Lab is an excellent, free program that can be tailored to elementary students of all ages, and can also be lots of fun for older students and adults as well.
Children’s Books for your Little Artist
Whether your child already loves art or you are trying to encourage their budding creativity, there are many books out there that help to educate...
Colour with your Kids this Canada Day!
If you and your kids are feeling creative this Canada Day, we have the perfect activity to recommend. This year, CBC has released a colouring book...
Making Music at Home: Make Your Own Instruments!
Music is fun to listen to and learn about, but even more fun to create! Although you may not have an instrument at home, there are so many fun ways you can bring music into your life. Read on to learn how to make your own musical instruments.
How to Make a Homemade Hologram!
Have you ever gone to see a 3D Movie at a movie theatre? The images pop out from the screen and it almost looks like the characters are right in...
Hands-on Fun: How to Make a Sensory Bin at Home!
A sensory bin is a great hands-on activity to do at home that is fun, educational, and allows you to get a little messy! Watch the video below from...