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Raising a Bilingual Toddler: FAQs and Expert Tips for Success
December 16, 2024/by Tessa SchoolWhy Kindergarten is Important
November 26, 2024/by Tessa SchoolHow to Prepare for Parent-Teacher Conferences
November 8, 2024/by Tessa SchoolAssessment in The IB PYP
October 30, 2024/by Tessa SchoolPromoting Cultural Awareness at Tessa International School
October 23, 2024/by Tessa SchoolFostering Conceptual Understanding in Tessa International School’s Math Curriculum
October 16, 2024/by Tessa SchoolA List of The Best Afterschool Enrichment Activities
October 3, 2024/by Tessa SchoolImportance of Language Development in Early Childhood
September 19, 2024/by Tessa SchoolValues of Afterschool Programs
September 11, 2024/by Tessa SchoolWhat Your Kids Can Learn from The Olympics
July 22, 2024/by Tessa SchoolWhy Learning Another Language in K-12 School Matters
July 18, 2024/by Tessa SchoolTurn Summer Learning Loss into Opportunities for Your Kids
July 8, 2024/by Tessa SchoolBenefits of the IB Primary Years Program in Early Education
June 20, 2024/by Tessa SchoolWeaving Sustainability into Education: Tessa International School Earns EFE3D Level 1 Certification
June 11, 2024/by Tessa SchoolUnlocking Math and Science Potential in Tessa Primary Program
June 10, 2024/by Tessa SchoolWhy You Should Send Your Child to Summer Camp
June 3, 2024/by Tessa SchoolBilingualism at Tessa International School
May 20, 2024/by Tessa SchoolHow Bilingual Children Learn to Read
May 6, 2024/by Tessa SchoolPreschool vs. Pre-kindergarten: Similarities and Differences
May 2, 2024/by Tessa SchoolExcellence in Education at Tessa International School
April 11, 2024/by Tessa SchoolTessa International School: An Education Based on Happiness
March 21, 2024/by Tessa SchoolFrom Speech to Script: How Does Oral Language Empower Children’s Writing
March 21, 2024/by Tessa SchoolA Closer Look at Student-Led Conferences
March 12, 2024/by Tessa SchoolThe Unique Appeal of French Immersion Schools for Bilingual Education
February 29, 2024/by Tessa SchoolCreating a Language-Rich Environment at Home: A Guide to Supporting Language Learning
February 15, 2024/by Tessa SchoolWhat Is the IB Primary Years Programme?
January 25, 2024/by Tessa School4 Benefits of an International Education: A World of Opportunity
December 14, 2023/by Tessa SchoolWhat Is an International School and Why Should You Consider One?
November 16, 2023/by Tessa SchoolBeyond the Classroom: Tessa International School’s Advisory Board Shaping Educational Success
November 15, 2023/by Tessa SchoolPersonalized Learning: The Heart of Differentiated Instruction
November 2, 2023/by Tessa SchoolWhere to Watch the Rugby World Cup Games: Tessa International School’s Guide
September 1, 2023/by Tessa SchoolUnderstanding the French National Curriculum at Tessa International School
June 6, 2023/by Tessa SchoolA Very Tessa May
May 31, 2023/by Tessa SchoolBilingual Adventures: The Transformative Benefits of Learning languages in Summer Camps
May 30, 2023/by Tessa SchoolA Very Tessa April
April 28, 2023/by Tessa SchoolEarth Day Activities to Teach your Kids About the Environment
April 20, 2023/by Tessa SchoolWhy Early Bilingual Education Boosts Brain Function and Development
April 5, 2023/by Jamie KrepsA Very Tessa March
March 31, 2023/by Tessa SchoolA Very Tessa February
March 3, 2023/by Tessa School5 Tips to Teach Your Child to Share
March 3, 2023/by Tessa SchoolLearning Spanish at Tessa International School
February 6, 2023/by Tessa SchoolA Very Tessa January
February 3, 2023/by Tessa SchoolLearning French at Tessa International School
January 30, 2023/by Tessa SchoolLearning Mandarin at Tessa International School
January 22, 2023/by Tessa SchoolTessa Receives Two New Accreditations
November 18, 2022/by Tessa SchoolEnd of Unit Projects in the IB PYP
October 27, 2022/by Tessa SchoolLearning centers meet students’ individual learning needs
October 14, 2022/by Tessa SchoolThe Remarkable Advantages of Social Emotional Learning: A Case Study
May 3, 2022/by rubenWhy Do Children Learn Languages Faster than Adults?
April 12, 2022/by Tori Galatro10 Reasons You Should Choose Chinese Immersion For Your Children
November 2, 2021/by Tessa School10 Reasons Why You Should Choose French Immersion For Your Children
October 14, 2021/by Tessa SchoolA Look at the Importance of Differentiation in the Classroom
March 30, 2021/by Jamie KrepsSocial and Emotional Learning: Understanding Different Learning Progressions
March 29, 2021/by Jamie KrepsLearning Mandarin at Tessa International School
March 12, 2021/by Tessa SchoolThe Benefits of Creative Thinking and How to Encourage it in Children
February 26, 2021/by Jamie KrepsNavigating School Safety During COVID-19
February 19, 2021/by Jamie KrepsThe Private School Advantage: Why you should consider an Independent School for your Child
January 4, 2021/by Tessa SchoolWhat is an International Education?
November 12, 2020/by Tessa School5 Tips to Help Kids Stay Safe During Their Return to the Classroom
August 15, 2020/by Jamie KrepsPreparing for the Return to School in the Wake of COVID-19
August 1, 2020/by Jamie KrepsPreparing for School During the Pandemic: How to Plan Ahead
July 25, 2020/by Jamie KrepsCovid-19 Summer Safety: Healthy Family Tips for Warm Weather Activities
July 13, 2020/by Jamie KrepsPost-Pandemic: Tips to Keep Kids Safe as Parks and Public Spaces Open Back Up
June 11, 2020/by Jamie KrepsStruggling with Your Child’s Educational Content? Tips and Online Resources for Parents
May 15, 2020/by Jamie KrepsTips to Keep Your Children Focused During Home Learning Sessions
May 1, 2020/by Jamie KrepsPlay-Based Learning Activities to do at Home
April 9, 2020/by Team TessaKeeping Up with Educational Curriculum at Home During Social Distancing
April 8, 2020/by Jamie KrepsThe Challenges of Distance Teaching Young Learners
April 3, 2020/by Dan BuckHow to Help Your Child Cope with Social Distancing
April 1, 2020/by Jamie Kreps5 Tips for Talking to Your Child About Coronavirus
March 27, 2020/by Jamie KrepsEating Healthy for a Better Immune System
March 24, 2020/by Team TessaFamily Home Learning Tips: Online Educational Resources for Early Childhood Learning
March 20, 2020/by Jamie KrepsDo Children Really Need to Attend Preschool?
March 15, 2020/by Jamie KrepsCoronavirus: Measures taken and Health reminders
March 10, 2020/by Team TessaBlack History Month Celebration at Tessa
March 6, 2020/by Team TessaLearning French is fun with TessaPrep!
February 28, 2020/by Team TessaDoes Bilingualism Lead to Language and Speech Delays?
February 15, 2020/by Jamie KrepsWoodworking at Tessa
February 14, 2020/by Team TessaA Celebration of Learning
February 7, 2020/by Team TessaThe Environmental Advantages of Language Learning in Young Children
February 1, 2020/by Jamie KrepsTessa’s Chinese New Year Celebration
January 31, 2020/by Team TessaPrime Taekwondo, more than an Afterschool!
January 24, 2020/by Team TessaOur Winter Holiday Show
January 17, 2020/by Tessa SchoolHow to Continue Your Child’s Bilingual Learning at Home
January 15, 2020/by Jamie KrepsCelebrating La Galette des Rois
January 7, 2020/by Team TessaLittle Gardeners, a creative after school program
December 20, 2019/by Tessa SchoolBilingual Learning Experiences for the Holidays
December 15, 2019/by Jamie KrepsHour of Code
December 13, 2019/by Team TessaLights on Our After-School Program
December 6, 2019/by Team TessaRole-Playing 101: Why Children Learn Faster with Interactive Activities
December 1, 2019/by Jamie KrepsThanksgiving at Tessa
November 22, 2019/by Team TessaWhat does an International Education truly mean?
November 15, 2019/by Team TessaDo Anti-Bullying Programs Really Work?
November 15, 2019/by Jamie KrepsLearning and Teaching at Tessa is a celebration
November 7, 2019/by Team TessaPSPE at Tessa, a “Whole Child” education
November 1, 2019/by Team TessaWhat to do When Your Child Is Being Bullied
November 1, 2019/by Jamie KrepsTessa Goes Green
October 24, 2019/by Team TessaUnited Nations Day at Tessa International School
October 18, 2019/by Team TessaUtilizing Technology in Inquiry-Based Education
October 15, 2019/by Jamie KrepsExploring the biological, chemical and physical aspects of our world with the Liberty Science Center
October 7, 2019/by Team TessaWhat Is Inquiry-Based Education?
October 1, 2019/by Jamie KrepsCurriculum Night at Tessa International School
September 26, 2019/by Team TessaAt Tessa, It’s Safety First!
September 12, 2019/by Team TessaWhy Learn a Second (or Third) Language at Tessa?
September 7, 2019/by Patricia PresseVisible Learning – How Can Parents Help at Home?
August 28, 2019/by Dan BuckThe Process of Language Learning in Children
August 15, 2019/by Jamie KrepsLanguage Learning: Why Children Pick Up Linguistics Faster
August 1, 2019/by Jamie KrepsThe Bilingual Student Advantage in STEM Learning
July 15, 2019/by Jamie KrepsImproving Your Child’s Language and Literacy Skills
July 1, 2019/by Jamie KrepsTeach Them Young: International Language in Early Education
June 1, 2019/by Jamie KrepsFocus on International Baccalaureate: The Teaching Differences
May 15, 2019/by Jamie KrepsThe Benefits of International Baccalaureate Education Programs
May 1, 2019/by Jamie KrepsHaving Fun in Hoboken: Kid-Friendly Activities in Hudson County
April 15, 2019/by Jamie KrepsKids-Eye-View: Kid-Centric Hoboken Through the Eyes of Our Children
April 1, 2019/by Jamie KrepsLanguage Spotlight Series: French – Boosting Your Child’s Future Opportunities
March 15, 2019/by Jamie KrepsLanguage Spotlight Series: Spanish – Giving Your Child a Career Advantage
March 1, 2019/by Jamie KrepsLanguage Spotlight Series: How to Choose a Second Language for Your Child
February 15, 2019/by Jamie KrepsLanguage Spotlight Series: The Importance of Bilingualism in Early Childhood Education
February 1, 2019/by Jamie KrepsWill Technology Ruin Your Child’s Development?
January 15, 2019/by Jamie KrepsTessa International School Celebrates the Hour of Code
December 12, 2018/by Dan BuckBilingualism and Speech Delays: What’s the Connection?
December 10, 2018/by Tori GalatroThe Best Historical Sites to Show Children in Hoboken
August 5, 2018/by Tori GalatroThe Long-Term Benefits of a Great Preschool
July 22, 2018/by Tori GalatroBilingualism Can Help Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
July 10, 2018/by Tori GalatroFive Fantastic Pet Shops in Hudson County
June 25, 2018/by Tori GalatroHow Bilingualism Supports Math Skills in Children
June 11, 2018/by Tori Galatro5 Destinations for Vegans In and Around Hudson County
May 28, 2018/by Tori GalatroRestaurant Patios to Enjoy in Nice Weather in and Around Hoboken, NJ
May 14, 2018/by Tori Galatro6 Popular After-School Activities for Children In and Around Jersey City
April 30, 2018/by rubenSix Child-Friendly Hair Salons & Barbers in Hudson County, NJ
April 16, 2018/by Tori GalatroFour Gyms with Great Childcare In and Around Hoboken
April 2, 2018/by Tori Galatro3 Hands-On Pre-Reading Activities for Preschoolers
March 20, 2018/by Tori GalatroSocial Emotional Learning: Implementing Sociograms
March 12, 2018/by rubenWhy Free Play Is Critical for Child Development
February 24, 2018/by ruben5 Great Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Jersey City
February 24, 2018/by rubenHow Bilingualism Promotes Social Skills in Children
February 24, 2018/by Tori GalatroThe Different Types of Preschool Bilingual Learning
February 22, 2018/by rubenFine and Gross Motor Skills of Preschoolers: What Parents Can Expect as Children Grow
January 15, 2018/by rubenInteresting Facts About Childhood Bilingualism That Might Surprise You
January 8, 2018/by rubenHow Children Learn Languages Naturally Through Immersion
January 2, 2018/by rubenSkills to Teach Preschoolers That Will Help Them Later in Life
December 26, 2017/by rubenHow Interactive Whiteboards Help Children Learn
December 18, 2017/by rubenFun-Filled Family Events In Hoboken, NJ for The Holidays
December 11, 2017/by ruben3 Games You Can Play at Home to Help Teach Your Child a New Language
December 4, 2017/by rubenSpanish Language Learning: Bilingual Programs Build Connections
November 28, 2017/by rubenFrench Language Learning: 5 Reasons Your Child Should Study French
November 20, 2017/by rubenExtraordinary Benefits of Mandarin Language Learning for Children
November 13, 2017/by rubenBuilding A Foundation with The International Baccalaureate
October 30, 2017/by rubenHow the Imagination Helps Children Learn
October 30, 2017/by rubenLearning A New Language Through Music: Why Is Music So Powerful?
October 23, 2017/by rubenWhy Role Playing is Important for Child Development
October 16, 2017/by rubenYoga in the Classroom: Learning Healthy Habits
October 9, 2017/by ruben10 Great Family Activities in Hoboken
October 2, 2017/by rubenHow Does Language Learning Affect Brain Development in Children?
September 25, 2017/by ruben10 Awesome Activities in Hoboken to Keep the Kids Busy After-School
September 18, 2017/by ruben5 Compelling Reasons Preschool/Early Education is so Important
September 11, 2017/by rubenWhy Teaching Your Child a New Language Will Not Harm their English Skills
September 4, 2017/by rubenWhole Brain Teaching Methods for Pre-School Students
August 28, 2017/by rubenGreat Summer Activities for Kids in Hoboken
August 21, 2017/by rubenThe Career Benefits of Multilingual Education
August 15, 2017/by ruben5 Benefits of Childhood Bilingualism
August 7, 2017/by rubenTotal Physical Response Learning: 4 of the Best Second Language Activities
August 1, 2017/by ruben10 Great Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Hoboken
July 14, 2017/by rubenThe Pre School Years and the Importance of Social Emotional Learning
June 12, 2017/by rubenThe Benefits of Inquiry-Based Education
June 5, 2017/by rubenWhat is immersion education?
November 18, 2016/by rubenThe benefits of an immersion education.
November 14, 2016/by rubenIt’s all in the way we learn…Total Physical Response (TPR)
November 2, 2016/by rubenFocusing on individual learning needs improves learning outcomes
October 12, 2016/by rubenSocial Emotional Learning (SEL)
September 28, 2016/by rubenSummer Travel Plans…?
August 8, 2016/by rubenJoin us at Tessa International School
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