Summer is here, which means both you and your online student will want to get out and experience the fresh air. Fortunately, Saskatoon hosts many events over the course of the summer that are fun, engaging, educational and active. It’s time for you and your student to enjoy the fresh air and soak up the sun (with sunscreen of course).
Read moreFlex ED understands that no two students learn the same. This is why we are committed to providing children with the freedom to learn the best way they can — on their own terms.
Read moreDense, non-fiction books are usually associated with education, while fictional, condensed books are associated with leisure — but it’s truly not that black and white. There are a wide variety of fictional books with educational elements, whether they explore historical time periods or address world issues and real-life situations.
Read moreTransitions are exciting, but always come with their own set of challenges. When opting to start your child’s education with online-learning, or making a change from traditional learning to online learning, there are a set of things that parents and their online students need to address and adapt to.
Read moreWhen children are in a traditional classroom setting, regular activities like gym and recess ensure that they get their physical activity in for the day. Learning in an at-home classroom doesn’t mean that a child needs to miss out on these opportunities to move around and get fresh air.
Read moreWhen you are working, cleaning and helping your child make the most of their online learning experience, cooking and meal management can be pushed to the wayside — and we get it. Healthy eating requires a lot of planning and preparation.
Read moreJust because your child learns at home doesn’t mean there isn’t an option for them to get outside!
Read moreOnline learning is not just a lesson in standardized curriculum, it’s a lesson in learning, independence and growth. The flexibility that comes with this modern education system is freeing, and allows room for ample responsibility on the part of not only a parent, but the online learner themselves.
Read moreIt goes without saying that online students deserve a break from their lessons, but do breaks really need to mean unproductive time? While there is definitely value in running around outside to get fresh air and relaxing the mind, there are a variety of fun educational activities your online child can do in between their classes.
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