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«Elementary» column

Baby Shoes: How to Write a Short Story

May 29th, 2017; By Anthony Teles

One of the shortest stories ever written has only six words: “For sale: baby shoes, never worn.” This extremely short story is sometimes attributed to Ernest Hemingway. In merely half […]


Career Profile: Book Editor

May 29th, 2017; By Susan Huebert

For people who love to read, becoming a book editor might seem like the perfect job. However, being an editor is about much more than just reading. It’s also about […]


Why You Should Be Outside More and Away from the TV or Computer

April 30th, 2017; By Leah Butler

It’s finally spring time! The weather is getting warmer, the plants are starting to grow and the chance to be outside more is increasing! However, electronics such as TV, computer […]


A Basic Structure Guide to Writing a Great Essay

April 30th, 2017; By Gavin Mercier

For most students, essays are the worst part about school. Unfortunately, you’re going to have to write a lot of essays as long as you’re in school. However, writing them […]


When can I start working? What kinds of jobs are available?

April 30th, 2017; By Gavin Mercier

At some point or another, everybody has to start working. The minimum legal working age in Canada is 14, although different types of jobs might have different ages. For places […]


Text, or Turn It off? The Pros and Cons of Having a Cell Phone in School

April 24th, 2017; By Mariann Roberts

Let’s face it, we live in a time where cell phones are just about as common as the hands they’re glued to. Cell phones are more than just the advanced […]


The Importance of History for Your Future

April 24th, 2017; By Anthony Teles

History is a peculiar field of study. It is an extremely broad topic with no clear implications on our day-to-day lives. The career prospects seem rather limited compared to other […]