“Celebrating festivals illuminates our life on earth with heavenly meaning and shows us the significance of our human existence in the universe. We human beings stand between the two worlds uniting them in ourselves. We are the crossing point where the upper circle representing the heavens flows into the lower one belonging to the earth.”
– Evelyn Frances Derry, Festivals and Seasons Throughout the year, we can celebrate festivals to connect us with the cycle of nature, establish a yearly rhythm for our children, and strengthen our community.
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Teaching cursive is fun, easy, and has great pay-off. Cursive can be especially supportive to those that struggle with forming print, reversing letters, eye-tracking, or reading. Here are some benefits:
1. Cognitive Benefits Writing in cursive has been shown to engage more parts of the brain than print writing. It can improve memory and learning by encouraging fine motor control, hand-eye coordination, and more complex neural connections. Studies suggest that cursive writing activates both the left and right hemispheres of the brain, aiding in processing and retaining information. 2. Speed and Fluidity Image credit: Andy Everson National Day for Truth & ReconciliationContent warning. This post, which addresses the painful history of residential schools, may be distressing to some readers.
In Canada, September 30th is recognized as National Day for Truth & Reconciliation, fulfilling the Truth & Reconciliation Commission's call to action #80. This call to action means that the federal government, in collaboration with Indigenous peoples, established this statutory holiday to honour survivors, their families, and communities and ensure that the history and legacy of residential schools are never forgotten. This day has created another opportunity to find meaningful ways to connect to this important part of Canada's history. Below we share some ideas for how you can honour this day. |
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