What to do if your child asks for piano lessons

What to do if your child asks for piano lessons Do you have a child who yearns to play the piano? Jump at your chance! ChaptersPiano instruction for childrenFun: the main word in piano trainingBeginner music activitiesEnroll your child in private piano lessonsEnroll your child in a music schoolIf your child wants to learn to play the piano, this is very good news indeed! You may have a little Lang Lang or Elton John in the making.You must take advantage of this opportunity, as it’s a relatively rare occurrence to hear this from a child. As you might imagine, the opposite usually occurs: it’s the parents who want their children to learn to play the piano.So what are the steps to take if your child expresses the desire to learn to play piano? Here is some handy advice to help you find a solution!It’s not everyday that a child asks his parents to learn the piano. Most of the time, children are pushed by their parents  into piano, violin, or guitar lessons, or any other music instrument for that matter.Discover the advantages kids gain through piano lessons...How to teach piano to very young kids.M ore often than not, parents want to know how to get their children interested in the piano; how to motivate or tempt them to play; and why even teach piano to children?But this article discusses what to do if your child is interested in learning to play piano. And it’s an important question, seeing as though many children who express this desire often end up saying the opposite thing and quitting, after several months or years of piano training.In most cases, children realize that practicing the piano is much less fun than they originally thought, and that it demands a lot of work and patience. In order to prevent your own child changing from his or her mind â€" and this can happen sooner than you think â€" you’ll need to figure out how to shape piano instruction around the wants and needs of your child. And you’ll be faced with the task of being an enthusiastic supporter of your child throughout training. LouisPiano Teacher £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors Alison Piano Teacher £32/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors BarbaraPiano Teacher £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors Chi yuenPiano Teacher 5.00 (5) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors TomPiano Teacher £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ErenPiano Teacher 5.00 (5) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ValtiePiano Teacher £35/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors DanielPiano Teacher 5.00 (5) £37/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsPiano instruction for childrenIf your child expresses an interest in learning to play piano, his or her chances for success are normally better than those who are pushed into it. But age will determine the type and method of piano instruction best suited to them.Join the discussion: is child development impacted by piano lessons?There is no ideal age to start learning to play the piano!It’s thought to be possible to take those first piano lessons at 3 or 3 and a half years of age. Before this it’s definit ely too soon: a child’s intellectual faculties are not yet sufficiently developed. And if your child begins the piano at 3, the piano courses they’ll be taking are essentially Music Awakening classes (or introduction to music).These classes mainly aim to develop children’s musical ear, allowing them to explore music in a rhythmic, melodic and physical way.  You must wait until they reach the age of 4 or 5 to start playing the piano as we know it. At this age they’ll be able to begin to learn solfège and understand piano notes and sheet music.Also, it’s around the ages of 4 or 5 that certain kids express an interest in learning the piano. At this point, the music teacher should be able to adapt a beginner piano method to your child’s needs and age, to teach the basics of piano playing and solfège.Once they know solfège they’ll be able to read sheet music. For young children, it means learning to read early, as well as understanding rhythm, time and the intensity of n otes (piano, forte, etc.). What’s more, throughout training the child will learn to read notes while correctly positioning his or her hands on the keyboard. (left hand on black keys, middle C, etc.)So to sum up:If your child is between 3 and 4 and wants to learn music,Music Awakening classes are preferable to piano lessons.If your child is aged 4 and up, you can enroll him or her in traditional piano classes, being sure to select a flexible teacher who is used to teaching children.But be careful, in this age range children’s maturity levels vary widely. One frequent mistake made by parents is wanting to rush things.If your child isn’t ready to play the piano (because he or she is too little for instance), he or she will face difficulties during training and may end up getting discouraged and quitting the piano.Do you know the ideal age to study piano?Fun: the main word in piano trainingYoung children who are interested in learning to play piano are looking for something amusin g to do. For them, piano playing is a fun activity, and they’re right!Find ways to make the piano seem fun for your child!“My child wants to learn the piano, what do I do?”: well the first thing is to understand that your child considers the piano like a game or toy. You must find a type of piano training method that is adapted to your child’s personality, and that will be a fun experience.If you assign your child an authoritative teacher who isn’t used to having children as piano students, there’s a strong chance your kid will reverse his or her initial interest and end up wanting to quit playing. Piano classes must be the opposite of an annoying work task: learning piano is very good for kids’ scholastic development, so it might as well be fun for them!If he or she is old enough, why not get your child past the unsavory aspects of learning the piano, such as memorizing scales and keys, having perfect piano posture, and reading sheet music by giving him or her the opt ion to play with friends. Or show them a video of a jazz pianist doing a bit of improvisation to temp them to play piano! As you know, music can be played by several people together. It’s not just a solitary activity, contrary to the popular conception. Learning to play the piano will help your child integrate in music groups or orchestras later on.Despite all this, one must realize that learning anything will take effort and patience. Even if for kids, piano instruction must be based on pleasure, this doesn’t mean that they won’t demand work. Even Mozart and Beethoven got to where they were by practicing!To help your child accept this challenge, it’s important that you motivate, encourage and congratulate him or her with each new progress. Also, to understand the work and effort required by piano training, your child must already possess a certain amount of maturity.Discover the full benefits kids derive from piano lessons near me! LouisPiano Teacher £40/h1st lesson free!D iscover all our tutors AlisonPiano Teacher £32/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors BarbaraPiano Teacher £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors Chi yuenPiano Teacher 5.00 (5) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors TomPiano Teacher £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ErenPiano Teacher 5.00 (5) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ValtiePiano Teacher £35/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors DanielPiano Teacher 5.00 (5) £37/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsBeginner music activitiesYou yourself can instill a sense of musical awareness in your children by playing music to them at home when they are very young: there are so many albums and musicals available on DVDs or online. Or take them to a children’s music concerts!Help your child discover different music styles: classical music, jazz, world music, and children’s music, etc. You can also teach your child about the different musical instruments by reading a book on the subject, or by taking him to visit an instrument shop. Who doesn’t love an outing with Mom or Dad?!Another idea: buy your child a small instrument, like a harmonica or a percussion instrument, for example. This will allow you to gently initiate your child into music playing and start ear training.There are also a lot of board games that teach music awakening, like musical Bingo. This is a popular one among many children, asking them to guess which instruments and tunes they are hearing in sound clips.Music awakening: a great start for young pianists!You can also enroll your child in music awakening classes. Many community associations such as the YMCA offer this type of program. Once a week, your child will join other kids in an introduction to music, rhythm, melodies, instruments, and even solfège. Focus is placed on their development of sound and music faculties. These fun ateliers are also be prime spaces for learning to socialize.Enroll your child in private piano lessonsPrivate pian o lessons at your home or at the instructor’s home or studio are definitely a more deluxe option. If your child wishes to learn the piano, as long as he or she is at least 4 years old, the most efficient solution would be to find a private piano teacher.But be careful: don’t just choose any teacher. Make sure you aim for a piano instructor with a warm manner, who is used to working with kids, and able to mix work with fun. Why not begin your search at Superprof? We have so many music instructors who excel at adapting learning methods to different ages. Not everyone is capable of teaching young kids.It’s important that your child learns through a personalized piano method that’s fun, imaginative, and smart, etc. Make sure you discuss this with the teacher before starting lessons. You can also choose one with your child, by visiting a sheet music shop.Find out how to make the most of your child's piano education...Enroll your child in a music schoolConservatory or music school teachers are usually very competent and well educated. You’ll be able to find many local institutions, especially in larger cities, that focus on music instruction for children of all ages. Another advantage is that they’ll often teach your child more than one instrument and allow them to play in a group (once a certain level is reached). But they can be expensive and you sometimes have to reserve a place for your child well in advance.A music teacher should be teaching all aspects of piano playing, including:Posture workSolfège trainingPracticing songsPiano scales, chord progressions, octaves and arpeggiosReading music and music theoryThe internet also offers excellent training methods for online piano â€"  this will allow your child to learn to play piano without having to go anywhere! Online piano classes and video lessons are a gold mine of efficient, fun, and motivating learning methods. Why not start right here at Superprof? Your child will be an advanced musician sooner than you think!In conclusion,  several solutions are available to your child, according to his or her age: Music Awakening for very little ones, private classes or music school for the older ones. The most important thing, however, is that the experience of piano playing is a very enjoyable one for your child!

The 4-Letter Acronym All Aspiring Singers Need to Know

The 4-Letter Acronym All Aspiring Singers Need to Know Sign up successful Vocalists are the only musicians  who do not have the option of making actual, physical contact with their instrument in order to produce a sound or tone. This is an important thing to consider when youre thinking about how to be a better singer. It  puts us at both an advantage and a disadvantage for a couple of reasons. For example, advantages include not having to carry much with us to a gig or having to spend money replacing parts we ARE the instrument.  However, being the instrument can also be a disadvantage, as many things can affect our singing voice:  the weather, our bodys natural hormonal balance, our diets, sleep habits, stress levels, and our emotions. Even sneezing too hard can cause an issue for some (especially if the sneeze happens while on stage yikes!). In my work as a music therapist, music educator, and artist development specialist, many of my clients bring some level of anxiety with them to our first voice lesson. By the time they leave, it is always my goal to have thoroughly expressed the necessity of sharing their emotional space with their audience, as this is what  allows connection and authenticity. For example, if you are singing in a choir, it is the use of realistic and authentic gestures, facial expressions, and vocal color that can only be the result of connecting with the piece of music. This cannot happen solely on an intellectual level. This must happen in an emotional way, as well. I am not suggesting that students expect a full-on therapy session whenever they go to a lesson or gig.  On the contrary, I encourage my students and clients to utilize the following tools as ways to paint the song into the hearts and minds of the listener. I use the acronym  L.I.V.E. to remind my students of these tools. L Laser I have seen much success in employing metaphors and symbolism into my teaching style. One of my most popular metaphors includes visualizing the voice as a laser. Somehow, students are able to better understand how to direct their voices. This is specifically helpful for artists-in-training who are learning how to project and properly sing forward. I Internalize Even the most touching song is only considered as such because the listener experienced some kind of emotional connection with the artists interpretation, the story of the song or even their own personal journey in life. Every song has several different avenues that lend toward artist connection and interpretation. Some artists connect with the melody, whether its haunting or flirtatious. Some feel more connected to the drum and bass of a song, while others are drawn toward its auxiliary instrumentation (strings, horns, etc.). Other artists connect with the lyrics, the actual story of the song. Finally, some will find their emotional bearings through another artists interpretation of the song. These connections are certainly interchangeable, sometimes from moment to moment. This is where a vocalist can recall real life situations and repurpose them as spices and herbs in our musical stew. V Visualize Anybody can sing karaoke! Chances are, if a student has worked with a private voice teacher or vocal coach, he or she is not aiming to just get through the song. My guess is that the student aspires to be much more polished and skillful at the art of singing. Visualizing yourself performing, and using visualization as a way to prepare for that long phrase coming up, may be the difference between singing pretty and throwing down! E â€" Explore Enunciation/Exaggeration No, Im not suggesting that every singer should aspire to become the Jim Carey of vocal acrobatics and shenanigans. I am suggesting we remember the fact that music is in the entertainment industry. As such, the most common underlying expectation people have when they come to a vocal concert is to be wowed and entertained. One of the easiest and most accessible ways to entertain your audience is to allow yourself to enunciate and exaggerate certain words and phrases in the song. Enunciation can be a tool applied to the melody, rhythm, lyrics, or emotion. Choosing to lay back behind the beat, or to syncopate a phrase or two to express a certain mood, emotion, or color, may be what sets you apart from others musically. Or, perhaps calling into mind that lovely person who cut you off in traffic may be just the thought to add some extra oomph  into your version of a power ballad, blues number, or musical theater piece. (I generally use the phrase, Put some STANK on it!) Got it? Heres a recap of what to remember: Remembering these tips can help you be a better singer and improve your stage presence. Additionally, exploration can be the difference between a working musician and a starving artist. Get out there and network! For example, in my lovely city of Baltimore, there are many clubs, venues, places of worship and coffee shops that provide ample time and opportunity to explore other genres, network, and much more. Get involved in the music community of your city to explore your musical authenticity! And, that’s it! Let’s not separate our lives from our music. When it’s go time the time to perform the most memorable performances are by those who remember to L.I.V.E. through their music. Dont just sing the lyrics, let your heart sing! Thanks for reading! Post Author:  DeTrece L. DeTrece L. is a radio show host, artist development specialist, music therapist, music producer and singing teacher  in Baltimore, MD. She has performed internationally since age 8 with stars such as Brenda Russell and Steven  Tyler, and has been  teaching singing lessons for over 15 years. 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A Level Chemistry Revision Resources and Techniques

A Level Chemistry Revision Resources and Techniques Top Tips For A Level Chemistry Revision ChaptersPlan Your RevisionCopying Out NotesFlash CardsPast Paper PracticeDon’t Be Too Hard on YourselfOnline ResourcesRevising for exams is hard, and it’s even harder when everyone around you is doing something completely different.There are various ways to revise and not all of them will work for you. Here are some ideas of ways that you can revise, try a couple out or invent your own. Whatever works for you!Be systematic and follow the syllabus topic by topic. Don’t move on until you really understand. Try taking notes on a topic from the textbook and then condensing them again and again. By the time you have a small summary of an idea written down, you’ll be able to explain it concisely rather than just reading word for word from your textbook.If you don’t understand the fundamentals at the start you might not understand something later on so don’t skip it.Once you get to the end of a section in your text, run through a few practice questions either online, or at the e nd of chapters in your textbook to really test your understanding.Take detailed notes, but don't just copy out the textbook (Source: Pexels) PetarChemistry Teacher 5.00 (11) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MyriamChemistry Teacher 5.00 (13) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors Dr parikhChemistry Teacher 5.00 (8) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors SaifChemistry Teacher 5.00 (14) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ConorChemistry Teacher 4.75 (4) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors FrankChemistry Teacher 5.00 (8) £90/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors HeavenliChemistry Teacher £11/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JideChemistry Teacher 4.80 (5) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsFlash CardsWhile you are making your notes, make yourself a few flashcards or posters summarising important formulas and how to use them.Stick them around your room and scan them on your way out the door. Repeatedly reading yo ur notes is a great method to keep you constantly thinking and to really make sure you understand a subject.Many people are visual learners and find things easier to remember if they are colourful and presented well. If this is you, use bright coloured flashcards for your chemistry revision notes. You’ll associate the colours with the topics making them easier to remember.Create a glossary while you’re at it: this will help you remember any definitions you need to know. Knowing the appropriate scientific vocabulary demonstrates your knowledge of a topic and will help you gain extra points.Skimming these the morning of the exam will build some confidence knowing you’ve covered everything!Past Paper PracticePast papers are an essential tool for revision. Do every chemistry past paper you can find, as many times as you can. Getting used to the past papers will help you to understand the way your subject is structured.Mark schemes will help you work out where you’ve gained and l ost marks, and how well you’re answering the questions.Practicing will guarantee that you get the best grade possible in Chemistry.There are sometimes key terms you need to cover to get marks. Often, you have to hit exact points in your answer to get the marks. It isn’t just about your knowledge of the subject but of the marking scheme too. You have to answer the way the examiners want you to.Using the marking scheme will also help you identify weaker areas in your knowledge so you know what you need to focus your revision on.Make sure you get your head around the structure of your chemistry paper and ask yourself:Is the paper divided into sections?How much time should you spend on each section?Have you covered all the sections in your revision?   Make sure there’s no holes in your knowledge, and if there is don’t worry, you’ve still got time!Take a break from revision. Going for a run can be exciting, relaxing and exhilarating ¦ source: Pixabay - skeezeDon’t Be Too Har d on YourselfPositive reinforcement is possibly the most significant, element of successful revision.Revision isn’t just about your knowledge, you need to get yourself in a positive mindset to tackle your exams.Make a list of all the topics to cover in chemistry A level. Whenever you have successfully understood one tick it off your list. You’ll feel much more productive and will physically see how far you’ve come.If you do well on a past paper don’t hesitate to write the score in marker pen on the front and keep it somewhere you can see. When you’re overwhelmed by revision will act as a visual reminder that you’re not doing too bad after all.Finally, on exam day, remember that you have put the work in and can only achieve your best. Stay calm and try to avoid going into the exam in a sleep-deprived frenzy!Look up for an  A Level chemistry tutor  on Superprof now.Online ResourcesIf you’re struggling with revision and need another method other than using your textbook, why not try online resources.A quick Google search of the A Level revision material on the topic you want to bring up several options. Here are a few of our favourites:S-cool.co.ukThis site is a great resource that will test your revision skills. It will you get into the practice of learning, testing and remembering.Each topic is broken down into sections that you first learn, then test with a quiz then remember it with revision notes.You can even create your own personal question banks and revision guides so you have a tailored plan for you.Compound InterestThis chemistry blog explores the everyday relevance of chemical  compounds - great for when you’re wondering what the point of it all is!Their food poster series and “Chemistry of Colour” posters have gone viral. Their high-quality  graphics stimulate more  interest in chemistry and are a great way to think about chemistry in a different way than just following a syllabus.Print a few posters off or try making your own of y our favourite compounds!BBC BitesizeYou most likely used bitesize for your GCSE revision, it’s an oldie but goodie!Now available as an app too, bitesize is particularly useful because you can choose your exam board on the home page. So whatever curriculum you’re following you’ll be able to access relevant revision resources.Far from your boring textbook, Bitesize keeps revision interesting, with different quizzes activities and games to choose from. Games might seem silly when you’re in the midst of learning complicated concepts but they can still be useful! Use them as an additional tool when you’ve had enough of writing out notes.YouTubeNo YouTube isn’t just for music videos and make up tutorials! It can also be used as a fantastic educational tool.Type in A Level chemistry in the search bar and you’ll find hundreds of videos explaining everything from atom structure to ionic reactions.The best part about it? It’s like having a tutor on demand, you can find a video on any subject you like.We especially like Richard Thornley’s channel on YouTube. He’s accurate, succinct, and has a great sense of humour. He’s really easy to  understand, even when he’s explaining advanced  concepts. Great use of customised video gaming  to simulate chemical concepts, too.Revision doesn’t have to be so difficult when you have access to so many ressources.Use all the resources you can find to really give yourself the best chance! The more prepared you are in the run up to exam day the less stressed you’ll feel.Good luck and happy revising!

6 Biggest Communication Failures and How to Avoid Them - Introvert Whisperer

Introvert Whisperer / 6 Biggest Communication Failures and How to Avoid Them - Introvert Whisperer 6 Biggest Communication Failures and How to Avoid Them In the current age, communicating effectively is essential to be successful in your professional life. However, sometimes we can fail with our communication and this failure can cause consequences. Below we have listed common communication failures and tips on how to make sure you can avoid them. 1. Relying On Emails Since handheld technology has advanced in such a convenient and drastic fashion over the past two decades, relying on emails has become more of a hindrance for business communications rather than a revolution. The average person can receive upwards of 100 emails a day, so its very easy for emails to be overlooked, accidentally deleted, or misplaced in an electronic folder. Important notifications and communications between businesses should be handled by telephone, text message, or message via social media platforms. These methods are more direct, are less likely to be missed, and can achieve the same level of instant connection and sharing of information. 2. Poor Feedback Dealing with employees or business associates who fall short of your expectations or of the expectations of your company is a common occurrence in the realm of business. These shortcomings arent as big a problem as they seem. In business, like in life, it all depends on how you handle these unmet expectations. Communication is the best way to handle such an issue, but the communication you use must be effective and constructive. Approaching someone with a list of things theyve done wrong only accomplishes half of your objective to encourage improvement. The best way to communicate feedback to your employees and associates is to offer them examples of the things theyre doing that are below expectations. Once youve given them clear examples, offer them a few suggestions on how they could improve. This type of positive communication is better received and can help to create a sense of respect which will be beneficial to both parties moving into the future. 3. Proofread Your Work Written correspondence is a staple form of communication in business. The downside to written correspondence is that it has a greater likelihood of containing grammatical, spelling, and other errors associated with the written word. If you submit an important document to a business associate or colleague that contains errors, it makes you appear careless, lazy, or ignorant. In the world of business, reputation and perception are the cornerstones of success. You do not want to risk tarnishing your reputation by giving them grammatically incorrect and misspelled communications. Programs that check your spelling can often miss words that are correctly spelled, but are misused for their meaning or for the sentence structure. The best way to ensure that your written communications are correct is to proofread them. This will also allow you to catch any sentences or words that sound odd or are poorly expressed. 4. Control Bad News Businesses experience setbacks, failures, and scandals. This is an unfortunate reality of doing business in the real world. You can attempt to keep your business and your brand away from as many instances of bad press as possible, but it will eventually happen. When you do encounter a failure or a scandal, the worst thing that you can do is to not be upfront with your employees regarding such news. If you allow outside sources to break the news to your employees, it leaves the door wide open for rumors to begin spreading throughout your company. Even worse is the propensity for outside sources to incorrectly report these incidents. This creates the potential for misinformation to run rampant. You want to avoid misinformation and rumors from flourishing in your company, so being the first source to speak to your employees regarding some bad news thats about to become public is the wisest choice. 5. Not Setting The Example Ethics and integrity are two vital aspects of running a successful business. In order to receive optimal behavior and loyalty from your employees and business associates, you must first display these same exemplary behaviors yourself. It is not conducive to a healthy and successful company environment if those in management arent willing to set the example for the company. 6. Reacting Rather Than Responding Things cant always go your way. A colleague or a business associate will say or do something that upsets you or annoys you. Its human nature to want to lash out as a reaction to your strong emotions. This can lead to very tense situations and regretful things being said or done. When you encounter such a situation, take a few moments to breathe and think before you respond. Sometimes, a response isnt needed at all. Dont underestimate the value of simply remaining silent and walking away from a situation that is frustrating you. By being aware of the common failures and knowing how to prevent them, you can help assure your communication is clear and effective. Author Bio: Abby Drexler is a contributing writer and media specialist for  Presentation Training Institute. She regularly produces content for a variety of communication and management blogs. Go to top Bottom-line â€" I want to help you accelerate your career â€" to achieve what you want by connecting you with your Free Instant Access to my 4 Building Blocks to Relationships eBookâ€" the backbone to your Networking success and fantastic work relationships.  Grab yours by visiting here right now! Brought to you by Dorothy Tannahill-Moran â€" dedicated to unleashing your professional potential. 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How Math Tutor Online Bring Up Your Grades In Mathematics

How Math Tutor Online Bring Up Your Grades In Mathematics 0SHARESShare What makes mathematics tougher? Mathematics is a subject that no student can afford to pay less attention to. What makes this subject tougher is the inability of most of the parents to extend the necessary tutoring help to their children. Under these circumstances, students feel entirely helpless and the fear of mathematics in their mind grows stronger day by day. When it comes to getting extra help, in-person tutoring is not affordable for each and every one. What remains untried is to find a math tutor online. In the text to follow, we will discuss the salient advantages of opting for an online tutor in greater details. Here is why you can and should opt for a math tutor online The convenience that online tutoring offers is simply unique and cannot be found in any other method of tutoring. Online tutors possess the capabilities to read the mind-set of the students, and as a result, they are able to deliver the most result-oriented learning sessions. The teaching methodologies and techniques that online tutors adopt are what make them stand apart from the ordinary tutors. Cost is what matters while going for any kind of tutoring help. Finding a math tutor online costs you lesser on the monetary front also. Round-the-clock availability, friendly nature and amazing time-flexibility are what can be enjoyed only when you go for an online tutor. The interaction between students and tutors in the virtual classroom enables students to grasp the gist of mathematics resulting in guaranteed high scoring. [starbox id=admin]

Thanksgiving in the United States - English Listening and Writing Exercise

Thanksgiving in the United States - English Listening and Writing Exercise As you might know, this Thursday we are celebrating Thanksgiving in the United States. Basically, we join our family and friends to eat too much turkey, mashed potatoes, pie and other delicious home cooked foods.It can be a really fun, relaxing holiday, or a crazy, stressful one, depending on who your family and friends are. This year were anticipating a relaxing holiday, unlike the characters in this video from the American comedy Home for the Holidays. Its about a dysfunctional family, and their Thanksgiving. In this clip, the family is trying to say a prayer before the meal, but it doesnt quite go right. Enjoy this English listening exercise, then try the questions below.Fill in the gaps below from the listening exercise above. Answer in comments and we will reply.1. Dear Lord we are _______ that such an attractive man sitting ______ next to Claudia.2. JoAnne look __ your sister. Doesnt she look ______?3. Spectacular. New _____?4. Dear Lord we realize that ______ everything is cha nging too damn fast.5. All sorts of things are the same. Even things we hated like _____ the turkey and ______the snow.6. What is the mistake in the above sentence?7. and thousand year old trees are falling down dead, and they ______.8. That was absurd lets eat _____ bird.Thanksgiving English Vocabulary:1. Turkey Similar to a chicken. Traditional meat that is cooked for Thanksgiving dinner.2. Cranberries These are a sour red fruit blended with sugar that are eaten as a side dish.Tell me about a holiday tradition in your country. Do families enjoy getting together or dread seeing each other on holidays? Is there fighting or bickering during your holiday dinners? Who does the cooking? Do you do the same thing every year? What was your most memorable holiday?Happy Thanksgiving! Navila Rosales 1.honoured/right2- at/nice3- diet4. lately5. sabling/shoving6. I am not sure, maybe snow is without the7. shouldn ´t8. thatBest regards,iniwini Jumana Hi This is first time I writing here 1-On it ..,right 2-At.noisy 3-Diet 4-lately 5- Chopling .stock on 6 -I dont know 7- shouldnt 8- dead LOIEnglish Jumana,Thank you for answering! One quick correction: This is the first time I AM writing here. (always be sure to use your to be when using present continuous or progressive) I am writing; You are playing; We are laughing; He is listening to;Question 1: honored; right Question 2: at; nice Question 6: shoveling and stuffing Question 7: shoveling snow and stuffing turkeyGood work!

Monthly Volunteer Notables - OCTOBER - Heart Math Tutoring

Monthly Volunteer Notables - OCTOBER - Heart Math Tutoring Monthly Volunteer Notables OCTOBER Monthly Volunteer Notables OCTOBER December 15, 2014 Dear HEART Volunteers, This is a monthly email in which we consolidate all important tips and announcements.   Please look closely!  Below you will find (1) Important Logistics, (2) Tutoring Tips, (3) More Resources (OPTIONAL), and (4) Just for Fun (OPTIONAL). It has been a pleasure to see you meet your students and begin your work!   Thank you for what you are doing at the schools. (1) Important Logistics Friday Oct 31 â€" Teacher Work Day â€" No School, No Tutoring Tuesday, Nov 11 â€" Veteran’s Day â€" No School, No Tutoring Wednesday, Nov 26 to Friday, Nov 28 â€" Thanksgiving Break â€" No School, No Tutoring You can download or view all CMS holidays and teacher workdays here.   If your tutoring time falls on a holiday, I can help you reschedule for a different day that week, if your schedule permits.     Thanks! (2) Tutoring Tips Student Progress Logs Make it easy on your partner!  Make sure you are writing Notebook Name and Lesson number clearly.  If you stopped mid-lesson, please include the Activity, as well.   If you are working in Combinations to 10, ALWAYS include the student’s Focus Number. Praise hard work over smartness.   Students can’t control how quickly they grasp a concept, but they can control their effort and focus.   Learning requires willingness to work hard, as concepts get difficult, so praise students when they persist in the face of a challenge! “I am more convinced than ever that mindsets toward learning could matter more than anything else we teach.” â€" Salman Khan (from Khan Academy).   See his full article, “Why I Never Tell My Son He’s Smart,” here . See more research here . “Students with a ‘growth mindset’ believe they can get smarter by putting in effort and using the right strategies.” Keep having fun!   What is your student wearing for Halloween?   Find out! (3) More Resources (OPTIONAL) Why do Americans Stink at Math? â€"Elizabeth Green, NY Times.   This is a very interesting article about various instructional trends and the implications on math skills (“numeracy”) in the U.S. More information on growth mindset and malleable intelligence: Teaching students that their brain and intelligence can grow through practice and hard work has a positive impact, especially for students facing negative stereotypes and questioning their own capabilities.   A student-friendly article is here, and a research summary is here . For those voting on November 4th, here is info from CMS regarding the sales tax referendum that will affect revenue to schools. (4)   Just for Fun (OPTIONAL) Check out pictures from the first weeks of tutoring on HEART Tutoring’s Facebook page!   You can also follow HEART on Instagram and twitter (@HEARTTutoring). We are so fortunate to have tutors who have been with HEART since the earliest of days!   Thank you to these people for spending your time with HEART and for the many math lessons and high-fives you have given over the years. Tutors in their 5th year with HEART: Andy Cooney, Martha Eubank, Reid Leggett, Minna Elliott, Margaret Marshall Tutors in their 4th year with HEART: Jessie Jones, Jennifer Martin, Dorothy Smith, Catherine Fischer, Missy Miller, Daniel Tanaka, Lisa Warren, Sheila Wheeler We are also very happy to welcome back 68 tutors from last year! Lastly, here is a huge, warm welcome to 160 new tutors, volunteering with HEART for the first time this year! We are so glad to have everyone on board and thankful for the attention, encouragement, and skills you are giving your students each week.   Please contact your Program Coordinator with any questions or concerns. Many thanks, The HEART Team

NETWORK ESL

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