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During the early years of elementary school, kids are high-powered learning machines. Children in grades K-6 are exposed to tons of new information and experiences both at school and at home. At this age they will learn most of the foundational skills necessary for reading, writing, calculating, and interacting with others. How can you ensure that your child gets the …

As we continue to learn more about the human brain and how it processes information, there is an increasing need for supplementary and alternative sources of education. Kids in the traditional school system wishing to get ahead or stay caught up are finding success with one-on-one environments. Homeschooling is also gaining in popularity and has been for some time now. …

Strong English skills are essential for students. English is the only course students must take all the way through grade 12 in order to graduate. That means it’s important to develop good habits and strategies as early as possible. One of the best ways to ensure a student’s success is to have them work with a private English tutor. This …

Sometimes the lessons taught within the classroom simply don’t click with each individual student. Schools often teach using a method that only resonates with a handful of students while the rest are left to figure things out on their own. Fortunately, there are a wealth of online resources available to students who wish to supplement their learning from the comfort …

Math and science allow us to better understand the complex world we live in, and they often show up in places we would never expect to find them! Math and science are also two subjects many students tend to struggle with in school, so it’s important to establish strong habits using effective techniques guaranteed to make a good math and …

Each student is unique, and different students have different needs and preferences when it comes to learning. Our Twisted Tutors are well aware of this, so they always come prepared with a variety of teaching strategies to ensure that every learner receives a lesson that works for them. This post will outline some of the most effective tutoring techniques we …

As more information about different types of students and different learning styles begins to arise, we need to adapt our methods of teaching to match. This becomes increasingly difficult to do within a classroom full of students with widely varying needs and preferences. Fortunately, tutoring can help. Tutoring is starting to be viewed as a way of life. Much in …

Do you live in the beautiful Comox Valley and find yourself in need of a unique tutoring experience for the beloved learner in your life? Look no further! Tutoring…With a Twist* is expanding to the Comox Valley! Our newest tutor, Chris Bordeleau, is now proudly serving Courtenay, Comox, and Cumberland! A graduate from Royston Elementary School, Cumberland Junior School, and …

The school year hits like a thunderstorm, and that means more activities, more commitments, more chaos, and more dreaded homework. If your family doesn’t have time for homework or if the Homework Battle is a common phenomenon in your household, you’re not alone. Kids have all sorts of excuses for not handing in homework, but parents have excuses too. While …

We are just getting into summer now, and that means it’s time to let go of the school routine and settle into a new summer routine. Hopefully that routine includes tons of time outdoors, playing with friends, using imagination, getting creative, and being productive.(Print the list “Summer Bucket List: Over 100 Ideas” of awesome activities to do this summer!). But if …