In today’s world, it’s harder than even to raise children who read. After all, there are more distractions than ever before – technology being the greatest, of course. But raising a reader is something we all hope to do. After all, there’s indisputable evidence that young people who read regularly and widely do better in [...]
Recently, a parent calling to enquire about our summer writing camps commented that her younger daughter – not yet old enough for Centauri Arts Camp- was not a reader like her older sister, and that they were struggling to find ways to encourage her to read. Did we have any thoughts we could share, after [...]
Starting February 3rd, we're offering our first ever program at the Toronto Centauri Arts Academy for younger children... The Make-Believers! (Grades 2-5) A celebration of reading, writing, storytelling and imagination! For children who love reading, as well as reluctant readers, and French Immersion students just learning to enjoy chapter books in English. In this exciting after-school [...]