Ever wonder about this confusing science stuff? I hear ya. In the award-winning show i Think i Can, the class science teacher Miss McColl (hilariously played by Melody Johnson) energizes her students with her passion for physics and discovery and challenges them to win First Prize at this year’s Science Fair. But what the heckContinue reading “Black Holes, Photosynthesis And Electomagnetic Coils – For Dummies”
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Audience Reactions for NAC English Theatre’s i think i can
You’ve already heard me talk my ear off about how terrific my show i Think i Can is, not just in the Toronto run but currently in the Ottawa production also. So in case you were wondering, here’s what regular people had to say right after viewing a performance… i Think i Can OTTAWA: NationalContinue reading “Audience Reactions for NAC English Theatre’s i think i can”
OTTAWA: I Think I Can Open Today Only at NAC
YES! If you know anyone in Ottawa, my musical I Think I Can is running today at the NATIONAL ARTS CENTRE. There are no shows tomorrow or Monday. Who’s supporting me? Who’s supporting tap dance? Who’s supporting awesome Canadian theatre? COMMENT so I know I’m not wasting my time creating good stuff… – Shawn BContinue reading “OTTAWA: I Think I Can Open Today Only at NAC”
The Complete Guide To Finding The Perfect Woman At Recess
Ahh yes. The mystery of Woman. Hear her roar. Us mortal men have asked the same pressing questions for centuries: What does she want? What does she mean? Why is she: [doing this] [saying that] [acting weird] [eating so much] [not eating anything] with me? My futile attempt to search for the answers may humourContinue reading “The Complete Guide To Finding The Perfect Woman At Recess”
Top 7 Inspirational Science Quotes
Top 7 Inspirational Science Quotes From Miriam McColl Nobel Prize Winning Physicist And Science Teacher By Day Miriam McColl discusses physics at Quantum Leap Public School. Here’s a few quotes for aspiring scientists of the world: 7. The Laws of Motion are my favourite notion! 6. Isn’t it amazing what grows in the dark? 5.Continue reading “Top 7 Inspirational Science Quotes”
I Think I Can Taps Into The Adventure Of Science
I Think I Can Taps Into The Adventure Of Science A treat for Toronto parents, science enthusiasts and dance lovers… Can you imagine an educational family show almost entirely told through tap dance? Here’s a word from Lorraine Kimsa Theatre’s Artistic Director Allen MacInnis on the upcoming Toronto production “I Think I Can.”
SNEAK PEEK PART 1: Behind The Scenes Of I Think I Can
SNEAK PEEK PART 1: Behind The Scenes Of I Think I Can So what exactly is “i Think i Can” anyway? It’s basically a show about social skills, teamwork, bullying, schoolyard politics and science, Science, SCIENCE! A crazy teacher tries to get someone in her class to win 1st prize at the science fair. OfContinue reading “SNEAK PEEK PART 1: Behind The Scenes Of I Think I Can”
New Study Reports Negative Effects Of Homework
New Study Reports Negative Effects Of Homework A new study on younger school-age students shows that doing too much homework can decrease grades and actually diminish interest in the classroom. The excessive workload prevents kids from demonstrating comprehension, especially when studying scientific principles. “It’s true. Too much homework can be overwhelming and creates an undesirable,Continue reading “New Study Reports Negative Effects Of Homework”
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