Top 10 Colleges for Aspiring Musicians

Top 10 Colleges for Aspiring Musicians Shanika Thinking about pursuing a degree in the arts? There are a ton of colleges and universities throughout the US with outstanding music programs but some certainly stand out as top of the line. If youre serious about establishing a solid career path, the following ten schools deserve a closer look; each offers programs that will help you thrive in the music business: 1. Berklee College of Music  (Boston, MA)â€" Berklee is a world leader in music education. If youre looking to pursue a career in jazz, pop, rock, or music business, Berklee is one of the best choices. Famous alumni include Branford Marsalis, John Mayer, Aimee Mann, and many other top names in music today. The school offers degree specializations in performance, music business, management, publicity, and production. 2. The Julliard School  (Manhattan, NY)â€" Perhaps the most prestigious music school in the country, Julliard alumni have collectively won [as of 2012] more than 105 Grammy Awards, 62 Tony Awards, 47 Emmy Awards, 26 Bessie Awards, 24 Academy Awards, 16 Pulitzer Prizes, and 12 National Medals for the Arts. Julliard’s mission is to provide the highest caliber of education to musicians, dancers, and performers from around the world. Its a difficult school to get into, but one that will open doors for the rest of your career. The school offers degrees in music, dance, and performance. 3. University of Miami  (Coral Gables, FL)  â€" Frost School of Music at UM offers over 54 undergraduate and graduate degree programs to meet virtually every musical interest. Whether youre interested in performance, composition, education, music therapy, jazz studies or conducting, you can study it here. Its one of the top schools in the country for composition. Grammy winner Esperanza Spaulding is one of the many famous alumni. 4. Eastman School (University of Rochester)  (Rochester, NY)  â€" In the 2008 Kaplan/Newsweek “How to Get Into College” guide, Eastman was named the “hottest music school in America.” Eastman offers a legendary curriculum that prepares you for life in the music profession. Classical, jazz performance studies, and composition degrees are available, among others. 5. New England Conservatory of Music  (Boston, MA)  â€" The NEC is the oldest independent school of music in the US. They offer undergraduate and graduate programs taught by a world-class faculty, and programs in classical and jazz studies. The school also offers one of the few experimental music programs. Famous alumni include bassist Dave Holland, rock musician Bernie Worrell, and jazz performers Rachel Z and John Medeski. 6. Curtis Institute of Music  (Philadelphia, PA)  â€" Curtis is unique in that it provides full academic scholarships to all students who are accepted. Admissions are strictly based on artistic promise, and its an extremely selective process. Students attending receive superb personal attention and access to a remarkable visiting artist program. Curtis is predominantly a classical music school, but they do offer programs in piano, guitar, composition, conducting, organ, and harpsichord. 7. Manhattan School of Music  (Manhattan, NY)  â€" What began as a small community school for music in 1917, the Manhattan School of Music has grown into one of the best music colleges in the nation. The school offers a range of undergraduate, masters, and doctoral programs in jazz and classical studies, as well as composition. Famous alumni include Herbie Hancock, Harry Connick Jr., Max Roach, and George Manahan, music director of the New York City Opera. 8. University of North Texas College of Music  (Denton, TX)  â€" In 2012 the UNT Division of Jazz Studies had the most Downbeat Magazine Student Award winners of any music program in the country. UNT offers an extensive curriculum, including performance, instrumental studies, music and medicine, music history, and composition degrees. If you are interested in playing in large jazz ensembles, UNT is the place to be. 9. The New School  (Manhattan, NY)  â€" The New School is a legendary progressive university comprising several schools, including the Mannes College for classical music studies and The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music. The New School takes a mentor approach to education and features faculty who are internationally-recognized performers. Several undergraduate, graduate, and continuing education programs are available. 10. San Francisco Conservatory  (San Francisco, CA)  â€" Founded in 1917, SFC offers a full range of graduate and postgraduate degrees. Its a diverse, multicultural environment featuring classical music instruction in all areas from composition through individual instrumental study. Students have gone on to perform in many of the top orchestras in the world. If youre serious about dedicating your life to the performing arts, these ten  best music colleges in the country are worth exploring further. Visit their websites to learn more! Looking to further your studies and improve your skills with private music lessons? TakeLessons.com offers in-person lessons and live, online lessons with qualified teachers nationwide. Search for a music teacher here! Photo by inuii Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher

Bad Boss Survival Guide for Introverts - Introvert Whisperer

Introvert Whisperer / Bad Boss Survival Guide for Introverts - Introvert Whisperer Bad Boss Survival Guide for Introverts Robert Conrad May 19, 2015 Emotional Intelligence, Office Politics One response Go to top Being an introvert isn’t easy all the time, considering the fact that people who don’t know them personally may consider them aloof, cold and disconnected. So imagine placing them in a bustling work environment with a terrible and aggressive boss. If this sounds like a recipe for disaster for all parties involved, it doesn’t have to be. My Own Bad Boss Experience Unfortunately, I witnessed this exact scenario in my previous foodservice job. Granted, a noisy line cook job may not have been the best job choice for this specific introvert (named “Steve” here), but couple that mistake with our easily angered boss (named “Jon” here) and all of a sudden, our workplace became a veritable powder keg. If Steve felt that he had a firm grasp of the information being relayed by Jon, he would become eager to get to the task at hand and turn away. This would always result in Jon losing his temper and begin grilling my poor, introverted coworker, who would then uselessly try to adjust his behavior in an attempt to diffuse the situation. This continued until one day, Jon had enough and actually put his hands on Steve after he made a third mistake in his food production. With Jon still yelling at him, Steve took off his hat and apron, placed them on the shelf, walked off of the line, and out the front door without a word. But, did Jon learn his lesson? How It All Played Out Unfortunately, he didn’t. After 4 months on the job, I finally quit too, unable to handle the constant verbal and physical barrages we all endured. Through word of mouth, I heard that Jon was summarily let go from his position after the store owner caught wind of his behavior. I haven’t seen him since, and for that, I’m grateful, but I always think of this and how Steve could have potentially found a way to survive Jon’s focused rage, towards him especially, during his time with us. His reaction didn’t carry a final word, and there was no final straw followed by months of him and Jon “not talking to each other”, but it resonated with me how cruel Jon could be. Since both Steve and I were in subordinate positions (Jon liked to fire people), we couldn’t expect him to change his behavior, but Steve and I later found that we had the power to change ours, for sanity’s sake. Jon was simply an overall unhappy person ill-fitted for the position he held, and should have been let go long ago. Considering Steve’s introverted personality, we found that his emotional intelligence wasn’t sufficient enough to see when Jon’s temper was about to explode. Had he been able to pick up on Jon’s highly volatile emotional cues, he would have been able to adjust his behavior more easily. In fact, a boost in emotional intelligence can do wonders for introverts by allowing them to: Remain calm under pressure, Resolve conflict effectively, and Be empathetic to their colleagues. Even better, with a boost in emotional intelligence, Steve could adjust his nonverbal communication to appear (and perhaps feel) more open when others are speaking with him. His anxiousness to return to the task at hand may seem cold to some, and to volatile people like Jon, it was a blatant sign of “disrespect” that should be killed with fire. I lost touch with Steve over time, but I made it my personal goal to help him try to make sense of the incredibly ridiculous situation we all endured. And as for myself, I’ve grown wiser, too. I may have taught Steve how to boost his emotional intelligence (something I’ve always excelled at), but he taught me how to take a stand when the circumstances call for it. Go to top What’s the most uncomfortable work experience you’ve ever had? Share your experience in the comments! Image: Flickr Power-Influence-Office Politics: it comes down to your Strategic Relationships and understanding of how you build each one of these elements. I want to help you accelerate your career by connecting you with your Free Instant Access to my video that outlines all of this and meaningful actions you can take today! Start watching now: CLICK HERE Brought to you by Dorothy Tannahill-Moran â€" dedicated to unleash your professional potential.

Where to Find Singing Lessons in Belfast

Where to Find Singing Lessons in Belfast Where in Belfast Can You Find Singing Lessons? ChaptersThe Belfast Music AcademySinging Lessons BelfastLearn Singing with a ChoirFind Your Singing Voice with Private Singing LessonsBelfast is a city of contrasts.Also known as Linenopolis for its staggering linen production, it played a major role in the first Industrial Revolution... but it was not granted city status until about 50 years after the period that saw such great advances in manufacturing.At one time, Belfast was home to world’s biggest shipyard â€" the one that built the Titanic; its focus has since shifted from the sea and onto the skies; specifically on the aerospace industry.In spite of being known as one of the world’s most dangerous cities in the latter half of the 20th century, today, statistics show Belfast to be one of the safest cities in the whole of the United Kingdom.Yes, there were Troubles in Belfast... but through them and still today, two opposing facets of the human experience dominate the city’s culture: industry and the arts. Music, to be exa ct.Belfast’s music scene is well-established and growing, with facilities such as the Oh Yeah Music Centre providing up-and-coming musicians with a place to get started in the music business.What about you?Do you often amble through the Cathedral District and cast a longing eye towards Oh Yeah? Do you wish you had the confidence and the vocal power to kickstart your career as a singer?Or do you just want to sing for the fun of it and the health benefits you could derive?No matter what their reasons for learning how to sing, Belfasters are not lacking in doing so.Now we uncover the best places in Belfast and some of the best singing teachers giving vocal lessons to students of all ages.Singing lessons can help build your confidence overall, not just in front of the microphone! Source: Pixabay Credit: Pexels on the path to great singing.They don’t make you sing classical music unless that is the genre you are most interested in and they won’t leave you in the lurch should you be preparing for an audition or school entrance exam â€" all of their tutors are available 24/7 via text and email.Imagine for a second the average person looking for music lessons.For those wanting to play an instrument, there are guitar lessons, piano lessons and even drum lessons, and the prospective student has his preferred instrument to cling to (or hide behind, as the case may be).If the learning doesn’t progress satisfactorily, s/he can always blame the instrument or learn to play a different one.How might an aspiring musician feel if the instrument in question is his/her voice? They can’t simply switch out their vocal cords!The tutors at Belfast Music Academy know just how to quell those first-time nerves. They are masters at putting aspiring singers at their ease.During your intake interview with them, you will be asked why you want to learn how to sing. Do you have an ongoing friendly rivalry with your mates on karaoke night?Have you often been told you have tons of raw talent and aspire to take centre stage at BarBacca or the Stiff Kitten â€" two Belfast locales particularly hot on the indie music scene just now?Or have you just been promoted at work and, now that you’re in a management position, consider voice training a part of your career development plan? Yes, that is valid a reason to take singing lessons!During that initial meeting, you will also be prompted to talk about what type of music you would like to sing. Opera? Jazz? Standards or pop music?Whatever your preferred style of music, you will surely find a suitable teacher at Belfast Music Academy, located at 155 Northumberland Street, in the Spires complex.Even if you want to sing just for fun, you should learn to read music Source: Pixabay Credit: StevepbSinging Lessons BelfastIf you are serious about your future music career or that of your children, you would surely want a voice coach with an excellent education in music.Maybe somebody from the Royal Academy of Music; perhaps eve n someone who has studied acting at the Royal Conservatoire in Scotland... because, what is a show, even a musical one, if not a performance?Furthermore, you would want your teacher to have a bit of stage experience, either as a singer or a stage performer. And, s/he should have a bit of experience in teaching her craft, too.If such a pedigree is tops your list of requirements in a singing teacher, then surely Pauline Carville fits the bill.Working with individual students or in small groups, Pauline will teach you:Proper posture: a very important aspect of controlling your wind and projecting your voiceBreathing technique: ever wonder how some singers can hold a note for what seems like forever?She will also show you breathing exercises you can do at home.How to train your ear: an absolutely vital skill if you want to be able to determine a pitch.How to increase your vocal range â€" you will be surprised at the notes you’ll be able to hit!How to read music: many singers sing ‘b y ear’ by serious musicians like Pauline like to do things the right way!Not that there is anything wrong with learning how to sing without knowing how to read music, as we will soon find out.Even if you don’t plan to make a career out of singing, there is still a need to learn at least a little about music theory, and Pauline will be happy to share all you need to know and then some.Are you feeling an irresistible urge to sign up for singing lessons? Hurry to Pauline’s studio on Castlereagh Road, at the Appollo Art Theater, or call her at 0345 869 0679.Were you curious about how singers find lessons elsewhere in the UK?Learn Singing with a ChoirPerhaps one of the best ways â€" one of the most fun and engaging ways to train your voice is by joining a choir.If you are looking for an outlet for your stress as well as your effusive energy, meeting up regularly for vocal exercises and a few soaring melodies might just fit the bill!Choirs aren’t all made up of classically trained singers ready to sing Bach or Haendel; in fact, quite a few choirs around Belfast have a diverse repertoire of pop songs as well as a few more funky numbers.The Big Belfast Choir, directed by Aoife Cormacain, is a sterling example of how people from all walks of life can find common ground in music.Worried you can’t read sheet music? Nervous about auditioning in front of a room full of strangers?For one, the people of the BBC (that’s Big Belfast Choir, not the other one) won’t be strangers for long. Besides singing, they excel at handing out warm welcomes to anyone who wants to join them.And they won’t put you on the spot by making you sing in front of everyone, either.What they will do is take you through warmup exercises and introduce you to a few songs from their playbook, which you will learn to sing by ear. You may join in or not, as you wish.We’re guessing that you will eventually join in, seeing that you went there to sing!Eventually, as your confidence grows and y ou become more comfortable, you might join their pop up sessions: at various locations around the city, these choristers and fun lovers will congregate, belt out a tune and then disperse.Could singing get any more fun than that?The fun Belfast choirs do not require you to wear any formal robes! Source: Pixabay Credit: WikimediaimagesThe Alive Community ChoirNorthwest of the city centre, Edenbrooke Primary school is host to a curiously named singing group: they’re Alive!  By no means are they suggesting through their name that other choirs might not be...The Belfast city motto: what shall we give in return for so muchWhat’s so awesome about this group is that they take that question to heart. They use their group and vocal talent to give back to their community through various fundraising events.To date, they’re raised several thousand pounds for charity. Wouldn’t you like to help them continue?They too require no audition or previous singing experience â€" in fact, it is a p oint of pride with them that they don’t always sing in tune!Apparently determined to bust all of the stereotypes one might have about choirs, they aver their focus is less on singing ability than on fellowship and community, with a dab of self-development thrown in for good measure.Don’t they sound like a group you might drive out of your way to sing with?The Open Arts Community Choir, the Belfast Community Gospel Choir; youth choirs and boys’ choirs and girls’ choirs and... there is a choir for every taste in Belfast!Find out how choirs in Nottingham compare...Find Your Singing Voice with Private Singing LessonsOur pages, unfortunately, do not permit the wholesale listing of every voice teacher in Belfast because there are so many talented voice teachers available!Of the many opportunities for voice lessons, one musn’t leave off private lessons with a tutor.Independent tutors, such as you can find on the Superprof platform, are equally skilled at giving voice lessons.Even though some Superprof tutors may still be enroled in a school of music and learning to sing themselves, they would have plenty to teach you about vocal techniques, breath control and musicianship in general.There are 7 Superprof singing tutors in and around Belfast, most of whom would come to your home for private lessons.Besides them, you will find countless tutors on the Superprof platform who would be happy to provide you with online singing lessons.You might engage with a singing tutor in Edingburgh, Cardiff, Glasgow, Bournemouth, Liverpool, Manchester  or the capital  for example!

The Best Time of the Year to Visit Shanghai

The Best Time of the Year to Visit Shanghai The Best Time to Visit Shanghai ChaptersTravelling to China When There Are Important EventsVisiting Shanghai in Spring and SummerVisiting Shanghai During the Cold Periods: Autumn and WinterHow Much Time Should You Spend Visiting Shanghai?Of all the cities in China, Beijing tops most lists but Shanghai, with its 24 million inhabitants, is also massively popular.It goes without saying that if you visit China, you should probably spend time in Shanghai, where Buddhist temples are just a metro ride away from massive skyscrapers. None of the large cities in the People's Republic of China can compare to Shanghai, not even Beijing.Shanghai as a city, with its religious buildings, business districts, and the international airport, is representative of modern China. There are plenty of great reasons to visit Shanghai when you go to China.In this article, we’ve some advice about the best time to visit China and Shanghai. Shopping, Buddhist temples, art galleries, the old town, and Chinese food are all on the itinerary.Find Different Mandarin lessons London on Superprof. NingChinese Teacher 5.00 (10) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors LorraineChinese Teacher £10/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors YuweiChinese Teacher 4.33 (6) £19/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JoyceChinese Teacher £15/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors NicoleChinese Teacher £60/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors KatyChinese Teacher £16/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors YangChinese Teacher £18/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ChengChinese Teacher £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsTravelling to China When There Are Important EventsA trip to Shanghai is an opportunity to enjoy some of the many events going on throughout the year. Heading when there’s something special going on is a great way to make the most of your time there.The Chinese New Year is a great time to learn about Chinese culture in Shanghai! (Source: kikky)The first of January is the New Year, even in China! You can hear the bells ringing from the Longhua Temple, a great sight in the middle of a beautiful Chinese garden. The fireworks launched over the Huangpu River light up the entire city including the Shanghai Tower and the Jade Buddha Temple.The Chinese also celebrate the Lunar New Year, which coincides with the Spring Festival in China. This is the most important festival on the Chinese calendar. This is when there are dancing dragons and friends and family exchange money to wish each other good fortune. There’s no better place to enjoy this than in Shanghai or Beijing.The Lantern Festival marks the end of the Chinese New Year with Chinese lanterns being launched into the sky to commemorate the legend of a God that wanted to burn the city but the lanterns made him think it was already on fire. This is a great time to enjoy Chinese cuisine too!The last festival at the start of the year is when the peach trees bloom and the legendary dragon grants wishes. This festival ta kes place at the Longhua Temple in Shanghai.From September to December, there are plenty of events organised such as the Mid-Autumn Festival, the National Day of the People's Republic of China, the Shanghai China International Arts Festival, and the Shanghai Marathon. There’s no lack of things to do in Shanghai!Visiting Shanghai in Spring and SummerVisiting a foreign city is a great idea, but you need to make sure you do it at the right time. Spring in Shanghai sits between the rainy season and soaring temperatures. This means it can be nice but once it gets hot, it’s very humid and can quickly become unbearable.There are plenty of wonderful religious sites in Shanghai you can visit in spring. (Source: marcelabr)Here are the averages between March and August:In March, temperatures range from 10 ° to 15 °CIn April, temperatures range from 15 ° to 19 °CIn May, temperatures range from 20 ° to 24 °CIn June, temperatures range from 24 ° to 27 °CIn July, temperatures range from 24 ° t o 32 °CIn August, temperatures range from 23 ° to 32 °CIf you’re not sold on the heat, you probably want to visit during March, April, or May. It can be difficult to enjoy your stay if it’s too hot.  If you’re planning a trip to China, we recommend heading in spring as the summer fluctuates between unbearable heat and heavy rains, just like in Chengdu.The cost of flights will vary across the seasons. Return flights to Shanghai in March start at £350. Of course, flights can reach nearer £1,000 in July and August.  It’s always nice to walk along the banks of the Huangpu River with the sun shining on you. Spring is also home to a lot of local and national festivals.Visiting Shanghai During the Cold Periods: Autumn and WinterWesterners wanting to visit Shanghai during autumn may have understood that it’s probably the best time to visit in terms of the weather. We recommend visiting in September, October, or the start of November.When it gets cold in Shanghai, some warm noodl es or dumplings should sort you out. (Source: shanghaibowen)Winters in Shanghai can be mild but January should be avoided as temperatures plummet and rain is common. The more the temperatures drop, the worse the pollution in Shanghai gets. Avoid December, January, and February if you can.Here are the highs and lows between September and February:In September, temperatures range from 20 ° to 27 °CIn October, temperatures range from 14 ° to 22 °CIn November, temperatures range from 9 ° to 17 °CIn December, temperatures range from 3 ° to 11 °CIn January, temperatures range from 0 ° to 8 °CIn February, temperatures range from 1 ° to 9 °CBeware of the winter months and in because there are plenty of busy events like the Chinese New Year which can make finding cheap accommodation almost impossible.  The cost of flights from the UK to Shanghai in September average around £400. In December, they’ll increase slightly.In short, autumn is the time to go.Find out more about budgeting for a t rip to Shanghai.How Much Time Should You Spend Visiting Shanghai?Just like any trip to Asia, you’ll probably want to spend longer than you would travelling to somewhere in Europe. This is even more so the case when travelling to China and Shanghai. You need to spend at least a week in order to get the most out of your time and your money.There's even a Disneyland in Shanghai! (Source: Gintonic)Everything you want to visit in Shanghai will take some time. Split your activities into half days in order to give yourself more time. You’ll need even more time if you’re big kids or have kids with you wanting to visit Disneyland!Shanghai is home to plenty of permanent attractions including the Bund, the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, the Shanghai World Financial Center, Yangtze River cruises, the Shanghai Science and Technology Museum, the Jin Mao Tower, the view of the downtown Shanghai skyline or the financial district, and the maglev train and you see where everything you want to see bef ore choosing where you stay.There are many districts to visit during your stay including:Huangpu DistrictPudong DistrictXuhui DistrictJing'an DistrictChangning DistrictYangpu DistrictHongkou DistrictMinhang DistrictIt's worth mentioning that the Huangpu District and Xuhui District are home to the Former French Concession, an interesting example of the west in the east!If you want to visit other cities like Suzhou, Hangzhou, or Nanjing, you’ll need even more time. If you want to see most of what Shanghai has to offer, take at least two weeks!There are many sites to discover in modern China outside of Shanghai including the Sichuan and Guangzhou provinces, Beijing, the Temple of Heaven, and many a traditional city.Now you should know a bit more about when to head to China and Shanghai. If you’d like to find out more, check out our other articles on the matter. You could also learn some Chinese with private tutorials from one of the many talented tutors on Superprof.If you'd like t o learn some Chinese before you go to Shanghai, you could consider enlisting the help of one of the many talented tutors on Superprof! The tutors on the site offer three types of private tutorials to help you learn the lingo: face-to-face tutorials, online tutorials, and group tutorials.Face-to-face tutorials are taught with one student and one tutor and tend to be the most costly per hour. However, they're usually the most cost-effective type of tutorial since every minute in the lesson is spent focusing on you as the student. Additionally, the tutor will also be spending time outside of the lessons finding resources and planning the time they'll spend with you.Online tutorials are similar to the face-to-face tutorials but take place either on a call or over webcam. Thanks to the internet, you can now video conference tutors from all over the world and be taught for less per hour. Of course, online tutorials can lack intimacy and while not ideal for hands-on subjects, they're great for language lessons. Your tutor might even be from China!Finally, with group tutorials, you and some friends (perhaps the people you'll be travelling with) can get in touch with a private tutor to plan lessons that you'll all attend together. While these tend to be the cheapest per student per hour since the cost of the tutor's time is shared, you'll also get far less one-on-one time with your tutor.Each different type of tutorial has its pros and cons and it's really up to you, how much you'll need to learn, how you want to learn, and what your budget is going to be for Chinese language lessons before you go.

5 Tips to Develop a Childs Leadership Skills

5 Tips to Develop a Child’s Leadership Skills No matter what children plan to do in their lives, learning to communicate, make decisions, and work with teams will benefit them tremendously. Huntington Learning Center says such leadership competencies help children build confidence and learn to advocate for themselves in all areas of their lives. Leadership skills are important at every age, but especially become valuable when children enter high school and college, where teachers expect that students are able to motivate themselves and others and work well with a wide range of people. Huntington offers these five tips to parents to help develop valuable leadership aptitudes: Embrace goal setting from a young age. All leaders will agree that success doesnt come easy and generally requires advanced planning and a lot of hard work. Children who learn to set goals and work toward them will be better equipped later on to prioritize numerous tasks and more motivated overall. Teach your child to dream big but also lay out how he or she plans to achieve those dreams. Encourage your child to go for the things he or she wants. Life sometimes requires taking risks, which can be scary. Talk to your child about the benefits of putting himself or herself out there and trying things, even when afraid or nervous. Although nobody wants to fail, teach your child that failure is an opportunity to grow and learn. Talk about the importance of respect. Great leaders are respectful toward others and believe that they will be more successful if they build up those around them. Establish the expectation that your child will always be respectful of family members, teachers, friends, teammates and others. Talk with your child about valuing others ideas and strengths and why it is essential to listen well. Suggest activities that involve working in groups. Extracurricular activities have many benefits, including the lessons they teach about teamwork and collaboration. Get your child involved in activities that offer opportunities to build those skills. Talk about how to be a role model for younger members of any club or team. Demand perseverance. By the time you send your child off to college, hopefully he or she will be equipped with solid problem-solving skills and an optimistic outlook. You can help by emphasizing the importance of perseverance. Teach your child that effort equals improvement, that progress is always the goal. Remind your child often that the best things in life require persistence and patience. Remember that their goal shouldnt just be to raise leaders, but to help strengthen their children as students and people. Every child can benefit from a little leadership development. Great leaders are tough-minded, self-assured, hard-working and confident. Whether your child grows up to become a CEO or a teacher, nurturing those skills will benefit your child for life.

Take Up On - Phrasal Verb of the Day

Take Up On - Phrasal Verb of the Day Todays phrasal verb of the day is: Take Up OnInfinitive form: Take Up OnPresent Tense: Take Up On/ Takes Up Oning form: Taking Up OnPast tense: Took Up OnPast Participle: Taken Up OnTake Up On is a separable English phrasal verb. Its context is based in an invitation made to someone, such as the following:When you accept an invitation or offer from someone1. We should have taken up Paul on his offer to give us a ride home.2. Im sorry, but i cant commit right now since I just took up a clients offer on a project that will get me very busy in the next few weeks.Video?Exercises: Write your answers in comments and we will correct them.Fill in the gaps from the video above:Complete the sentences below with the correct form of Take Up On.1. Sally cant seem to make up her mind as to whether she should be ____ ___ Ted ___ his offer or not.2. This looks like a decent proposal, we should ____ __ the boss ___ his offer.3. We ___ __ Candice ___ her offer for the job abroad.4. After the incident last year, I will never _____ ___ Michelle __ her offer ever again.5. How many hours do I have to work per week if I decide to ____ you___  __ your offer?Change the example sentences above to negative sentences (or positive, if the sentence is already negative). Then change them to questions.

Happy Thanksgiving 2019

Happy Thanksgiving 2019 The TutorZ Team wishes you a very happy and relaxing Thanksgiving, for this seasons in 2019. If you are a tutor then you are an inspiration to your student. If youre a student then bless you for your ongoing hard learning work. If youre a parent then thank you all the caring for your child and choosing the best teachers and tutors for your student. This 2019 Thanksgiving, we want to express our appreciation for all of our tutors, students and parents. Working with you has been an opportunity and blessing for us. We appreciate your high standards, demands, persistence and needs. Happy Thanksgiving, 2019.

Engaging Kids in Learning during the Thanksgiving Holidays - ALOHA Mind Math

Engaging Kids in Learning during the Thanksgiving Holidays Are you looking for ways to keep your kids active, entertained and learning over the Thanksgiving holidays? We have some tips and ideas for you from cooking and writing to games and puzzles. Writing Exercises and Keeping it Fun One way to build family connections and keep your kids engaged in learning and writing is to have your child interview a family member who is attending the Thanksgiving holiday with you. Have your child ask about where they were born, where they went to school, when did they meet their husband or wife (your child’s grandma, grandpa, aunt or uncle), what interesting place did they work, what was the most interesting experience they ever had and what life lesson have they learned? You can help them brainstorm a few questions to ask and have the person they’re interviewing help them write down any big words they don’t know. Then they, or you, can read it at the holiday dinner table. For a simpler writing exercise, have them write one paragraph each day of the long weekend on the topic “What am I thankful for today?” For kids who love writing and might want a more challenging exercise they could write about what they are most thankful for this fall, or research some aspect of the holiday. Keeping Math in the Equation over the Holiday To keep kids engaged in math get them cooking in the kitchen or help with the shopping, both involve math if you chat with them about what you are doing. Have them help measure out the ingredients, when setting the table have your younger kids count the number of people attending then have them set out the right number of placemats, chairs and silverware. While shopping have them count out change, or they can practice their ALOHA counting methods by totaling up everything you put in the cart from each aisle, jot it down add the total up and see how close they are to the total at the cash register. For Both Math and Reading/Writing Try Games Get your kids playing math puzzles or games, word games, Jr crossword puzzles, or even mad libs. Play a family game of scrabble with mom daughter against dad and son or whatever family mix you have, or try Jr Scrabble. See what math and reading apps you can find and download them onto their tablet or phones. One Last Thanksgiving Tip It is hard, but try and keep your children on a similar sleep schedule to what they usually keep. New studies suggest that sleeping late on weekends can disrupt your sleep cycle and have short and long term effects.