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November 21, 2023

Celebrating Brandon Boyd: A Trailblazing Filmmaker with Autism

In the heart of Nova Scotia's vibrant film community, a rising star is making waves and challenging stereotypes. Meet Brandon Boyd, a talented filmmaker whose passion for storytelling transcends the…

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September 11, 2023

6 Good Sleep Habits

Here are 6 tips you can do throughout the day to promote good sleep habits at night. Engage in 180 minutes of active play or exercise, with at least 60…

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September 1, 2023

5 tips for Post-Secondary Students

Here are 5 tips for college and university students gearing up for the first semester of school this fall. 1) Attend all of your classes and take notes. 2) Get…

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August 11, 2023

7 Ideas for Playing with Water

Playing with water has many benefits for early learning, such as hand-eye coordination, motor skills and sensory exploration. Here are 7 ideas for playing with water from the QuickStart team:…

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July 5, 2023

4 Gardening Tips

Gardening is a great way to get outside, enjoy the nice weather, and practice building fine motor communication, joint attention, imitation skills, and more. The QuickStart team wants to share…

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