Book Review
review by John Borst
Children at Play: An American History
by Howard P. Chudacoff
For anyone concerned about the direction that children’s play may be headed, this book is a great read. Chudacoff traces the cultural and social aspects of play in America from the 1600’s, but concentrates on a discussion on developments in the 19th and 20th centuries, providing many fascinating insights into this critical part of a child’s world.
Law
by Michael Hines
2008 Teacher Bargaining
Education lawyer Michael Hines discusses some of issues critical to school boards in the current round of negotiations.
Student Voice
Andrew Pawluch, president of the Ontario Student Trustees’ Association for 2007-08 speaks on the power and potential of students.
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Lieutenant-Governor's Literacy Programs
by John Schofield
“Give a child the skills and the opportunity to learn and you’ve given that person options in their life,” says Ontario’s new lieutenant-governor, David Onley. Speaking with author John Schofield, Onley discusses his support for the education programs for First Nations children in Ontario’s remote communities that were launched by former Lieutenant-Governor James Bartleman.
Changing the Landscape of Ontario’s Classrooms
by Sapna Goel
A new pilot program is helping to promote trades education for high school students across the province. From agriculture to welding, these practical programs are creative and hands-on, and are dramatically changing the landscape of Ontario’s classrooms.
Green Schools, Green Students
by Saul Chernos
With environmentally-conscious building practices and innovative architecture, Ontario’s newest schools are models in the “green” movement. Saul Chernos takes us on a visit inside some of these classrooms to let us see how they work – and how students are responding.
The Teenage Brain
by Sean Fine
Recent findings from science about the teenage brain are potentially revolutionary, writes Sean Fine. He offers welcome good news for parents and educators alike, as well as guidelines to help foster the love of learning in our young adults.
Parent Engagement: Building Partnerships for the Future
by Kim Arnott
“What does an engaged parent look like?” To answer to this question, journalist Kim Arnott learns how Ontario schools support parent involvement in education.
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