The Brain Never Goes On Vacation
Before finalizing summer plans, there is one very important fact that families need to keep in mind . It is this: the brain never goes on vacation. Kids may be off for the summer, but the brain doesn’t have an off switch—it’s always on. In fact, kids never stop learning—even during sleep, when the brain […] […]
Summertime At Oxford Learning
May and June have been busy months. Here’s a look at some of the events happening at Oxford Learning. Customer Appreciation Day We think everyone had a great time at the 2009 Barrhaven Customer Appreciation Day! Thank you to all who came out! Celebrity Server Night The staff at the Barrhaven location had a […] […]
Twenty Best things to do this summer
A list in fives 5 things to do for your BODY this summer: Climb a tree Swim in a lake Go for a hike Ride a bike Get a good night’s sleep every night Five things to do for your BRAIN this summer: Read a classic novel Learn five new words and use them as […] […]
Summer Learning Facts and Figures
Summer Camps to keep students on track So, the final bell of the school year has rung; even though the classroom is closed for the season, it doesn’t mean that a child’s potential to learn has stopped. In fact, summer is a critical time for learning. Without some measure of formal education, kids can experience […] […]
Summer Fun!
What are your plans to make this summer an educational one? Summer school? Day camps? Lazy days at the beach? Whatever your plans, these tips make your summer both educational and fun! Read, read, read! Read a book, a magazine, or a comic book. Talk about what you have just read. Make connections, and look […] […]
Summer Camps for the Brain
Your child’s arms will have fun this summer: fishing, flying kites, holding a baseball bat, and tossing beach balls. So will his legs: running through grass, walking on sand, kicking a soccer ball, or swimming in the pool. But what about his brain? How will your child’s brain stay active this summer? And why is […] […]
Year-end School Checklist for Parents
Although the school year is winding down, there are some things parents need to think about now, that are important to their child’s education next year and beyond. Oxford Learning presents this handy list: Request a teacher Schools are presently matching students and teachers for the next school year. To request a specific teacher, speak […] […]
How to Choose a Summer Camp
The heat of July and August may seem a long ways away in the middle of March, but it’s really not too early to begin planning your child’s summer vacation. For many kids, summer means going to camp. Whether your child attends a day camp or an overnight camp, the experience can be valuable and […] […]