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Tustin Old Town Trolley Tours

admin — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 05:19:41 +0000

Have fun and learn about the history of Tustin this summer with the Old Town Trolley Tours. Guided one-hour tours will be given by the Preservation Conservancy’s members at 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.mon July 7th and 21st. Tickets are 2$ each. Contact the city of Tustin for more information at 714-731-5701.

Summer is a Great Time to Catch Up on Skills

admin — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 22:47:44 +0000

Looking for a way to keep up on skills learned this past school year? Summer is an excellent time to focus on your child’s education. Without the distraction of rigid schedules, many parents find summer the perfect opportunity for educational growth. Here are some ways you can help your child succeed:

1. Set a time every day for learning. Often, if you dont plan the activity in advance, time will slip away. Try buying a workbook from a teacher supply store that is geared towards a skill that your child needs to review. Every day at the same time, have your child do a few pages from the book. Children love the feeling of completing something, and there are inner rewards that come from the accomplishment of mastering a skill.

2. Make learning fun. Try new skills that will sneak in learning, like gardening, cooking, Lego engineering, design, and other skills that your child may be interested in. When a child sees that math can be applied to every day skills, he may be more enthusiastic about it.

3. Children learn when they are interested in a subject. Find something your child is interested in, and take a trip to the local library. Check out some books on the subject, and have your child write a report, including illustrations. You may be surprised at how much they enjoy doing this, when it is a subject they are interested in learning.

Most of all, remember to enjoy the learning process with your child. Learning is a process, not a destination.

We would love to be of assistance to summer learning with your family. Our tutors are passionate about education, and enjoy the process. Call our office today, to schedule an appointment for one of our tutors to come to your home. We will spend time with you, and find out what your goals are for the summer. Our tutors can fill in the gaps from the school year, and get your child on the road to educational success.

A Free Family Fun Summer Activity in Newport Beach

admin — Sun, 22 Jun 2008 23:15:06 +0000

This summer, enjoy free movies on the beach every Friday and Saturday night, at Newport Dunes. Enjoy family friendly movies on their giant screen. Parking is $10. For a schedule of movies, please visit their website here.

If you are looking for a tutor in Newport Beach, California, we would love to be of assistance to your family. Our tutors are credentialed teachers, through the local school system. We travel to you, saving time and gas money, and can custom-tailor a curriculum based on your child’s educational goals. Call our office today for more information!

Irvine hosting Shakespeare in the park

admin — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 04:36:02 +0000

The city of Irvine will soon be hosting Shakespeare in the park. The following is an excerpt from their website:

Shakespeare in the ParkTurtle Rock Community Park

Irvine’s Shakespeare in the Park series highlights two new Summer performances; Antony and Cleopatra on Sunday, July 13 and A Midsummer Night’s Dream on Sunday, July 20. Both events feature the theatrical talents of Shakespeare by the Sea, a Southern California-based organization that brings professional quality tales of Shakespeare to local communities. Pre-show activities begin at 6:30 p.m.; the feature presentation at 7:00 p.m. Admission is free. Residents are encouraged to bring low-back lawn chairs, layered clothing, blankets and a picnic dinner to enjoy the show. Shakespeare’s Antony and Cleopatra is a sweeping and majestic saga of love and betrayal. Their struggle to balance passion and power is a turbulent tale of the clash between duty and desire.