EMMA'S PLACE BLOG

Discover the fun and learning this month with our special celebrations:

• Día de los Muertos (Nov 1–2) – Colorful remembrance of loved ones
  
• Calan Gaeaf Festival (Nov 1) – Celtic autumn traditions
  
• National Family Literacy Day (Nov 1) – Celebrating reading together
  
• Marie Curie’s Birthday (Nov 7) – Honoring science and discovery
  
• World Kindness Day (Nov 13) – Spreading love and compassion
  
• Samhain Festival (Nov 12–13) – Ancient harvest festival
  
• Remembrance Day / Veterans Day (Nov 11) – Honoring heroes
  
• Thanksgiving (USA, Nov 28) – Gratitude and family time
  
• Mark Twain’s Birthday (Nov 30) – Celebrating literature and storytelling
  

 All our celebrations come with free materials for kids: videos, worksheets, games, and more! Explore them at www.emmasplace.ca 

The Power of Imagination
​“Imagination is more important than knowledge. For knowledge is limited, whereas imagination embraces the entire world.” — Albert Einstein 
Einstein’s words remind us that knowledge and imagination are not opposites, but partners. Knowledge gives us facts, information, and understanding — it is the foundation upon which we build. But imagination is what allows us to go beyond what we already know.
Knowledge shows us what is.
Imagination shows us what could be.
Every great invention, every discovery, and every story ever told began as an idea — a spark of imagination. While knowledge helps us understand how things work, imagination helps us dream of how they might work better.
That’s why imagination is the true engine of progress. It invites us to explore, create, and see possibilities where others see limits. Whether we are scientists, artists, teachers, or children exploring the world, imagination allows us to grow and move forward.
So keep your mind and senses open. Let curiosity guide you. When you read, observe, or simply wonder about the world around you, allow your imagination to take flight — because it is through imagination that humanity advances and dreams become real. 

El Poder de la Imaginación “La imaginación es más importante que el conocimiento. Porque el conocimiento es limitado, mientras que la imaginación abarca el mundo entero.” — Albert Einstein 
Las palabras de Einstein nos recuerdan que el conocimiento y la imaginación no son opuestos, sino compañeros. El conocimiento nos brinda hechos, información y comprensión — es la base sobre la cual construimos. Pero la imaginación es la que nos permite ir más allá de lo que ya sabemos.
El conocimiento nos muestra lo que es.
La imaginación nos muestra lo que podría ser.
Cada gran invento, cada descubrimiento y cada historia contada alguna vez comenzó con una idea — una chispa de imaginación. Mientras el conocimiento nos ayuda a entender cómo funcionan las cosas, la imaginación nos ayuda a soñar cómo podrían funcionar mejor.
Por eso la imaginación es el verdadero motor del progreso. Nos invita a explorar, crear y ver posibilidades donde otros ven límites. Ya seamos científicos, artistas, maestros o niños explorando el mundo, la imaginación nos permite crecer y avanzar.
Así que mantén tu mente y tus sentidos abiertos. Deja que la curiosidad te guíe. Cuando leas, observes o simplemente te maravilles con el mundo que te rodea, permite que tu imaginación vuele — porque es a través de la imaginación que la humanidad avanza y los sueños se hacen realidad. 

This week at Emma’s Place, our Animal of the Week is the frog! 
Why frogs? Because October 26 is American Frog Day!
Frogs are incredible animals — they can breathe through their skin, jump great distances, and transform from tiny tadpoles into adult frogs through a process called metamorphosis. Frogs are also a very important part of nature because they help control insect populations and tell us when our environment is healthy.
Let’s learn more about these amazing amphibians! 

Why Do Frogs Croak?Frogs croak to talk to each other!
Most frogs croak to find a friend — especially boy frogs calling to girl frogs.
Their loud “ribbit, ribbit!” can travel far, even across a pond! 
Each frog species has its own special sound, like a secret frog language. 
 Fun Frog FactSome frogs can breathe through their skin!
Even when they’re underwater, oxygen passes right through — how amazing is that? 

Riddle:
I start in the water and look like a fish,
Then grow some legs — just as I wish!
My tail gets smaller, I jump with delight…
What is this magic that changes my life?
Answer (for parents/teacher):
Metamorphosis — the magical change when a tadpole turns into a frog.

Frog ActivitIes (for more visit emmasplace.ca frog theme)

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This week, we’re celebrating Thanksgiving with fun and learning! To make the celebration extra special, we’ve prepared a Thanksgiving Riddle Game with five surprise elements that represent this cozy holiday — from delicious food to festive traditions. 
Can you guess them all? 
Head over to our blog and try to solve each riddle!
 Play, learn, and celebrate the spirit of gratitude with us at www.emmasplace.ca — where learning is always fun and bilingual! 🇨🇦
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Día de la Hispanidad is a special day to recognize the beauty and diversity of the Spanish-speaking world — its traditions, history, and cultures. To celebrate, I’ve created fun and educational printable activities including puzzles, mazes, and more. These resources are perfect for teachers, parents, and children to explore and learn while having fun.
 All activities are free to download at www.emmasplace.ca

El Día de la Hispanidad es un día especial para reconocer la belleza y diversidad del mundo hispanohablante — sus tradiciones, historia y culturas. Para celebrarlo, he preparado actividades imprimibles divertidas y educativas, como rompecabezas, laberintos y más. Estos recursos son perfectos para que niños, padres y docentes aprendan jugando.
Todas las actividades están disponibles gratis en www.emmasplace.ca