Julie Matlin, Author at NFB Blog

Author : Julie Matlin

Julie is a freelance writer who was formerly the Head of Social Media for the National Film Board. Her background in the film industry, her work as a writer and her affinity for connecting with people made her a natural fit for the NFB. Her favourite films include The Big Snit, Strange Invaders, RiP! A Remix Manifesto and the interactive project, Flawed.

Educational Resources for Parents for November 2020

Educational Resources for Parents for November 2020

School this year is unlike any other. Some of us have sent our kids back to school, some are engaged in distance learning, while others have decided to pull their children out of the formal education system altogether and take up homeschooling.

Coping with COVID and the Classroom: Tips from Dr. Tamara Soles

Coping with COVID and the Classroom: Tips from Dr. Tamara Soles

Back-to-school is a highly charged time of year, even under normal circumstances. Returning to the classroom with the knowledge that a second wave of the pandemic may be before us presents an extra challenge to teachers, students and parents alike.

Educational Resources for Parents for October 2020

Educational Resources for Parents for October 2020

School this year is unlike any other. Some of us have sent our kids back to school, some are engaged in distance learning, while others have decided to pull their children out of the formal education system altogether and take up homeschooling.

Home-School Activities from NFB Education (Week 14)

Home-School Activities from NFB Education (Week 14)

In celebration of Pride, this week NFB Education featured a selection of films on the topic of gender identity and sexuality.

Home-School Activities from NFB Education (Week 13)

Home-School Activities from NFB Education (Week 13)

NFB Education celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day with a selection of films perfect for the entire family. Happy viewing.

Home-School Activities from NFB Education (Week 12)

Home-School Activities from NFB Education (Week 12)

This week, the NFB Education team marked World Oceans Day with a selection of content from Ocean School, our groundbreaking, immersive learning experience designed to spark interest in ocean science and advance ocean literacy.

Home-School Activities from NFB Education (Week 11)

Home-School Activities from NFB Education (Week 11)

Now more than ever is the time to consider the realities and history of Black-Canadian communities. Watch, discover, and learn alongside your students with a selection of educational resources from the NFB’s collection.

Home-School Activities from NFB Education (Week 10)

Home-School Activities from NFB Education (Week 10)

This week NFB Education wrapped up Asian Heritage Month with a series of films that portray the Chinese-Canadian experience.

Home-School Activities from NFB Education (Week 9)

Home-School Activities from NFB Education (Week 9)

This week we've something for everyone. From watching quality films to creating your very own, check out this week's offer.

Home-School Activities from NFB Education (Week 8)

Home-School Activities from NFB Education (Week 8)

From a tough look at how far feminism has come to an in-depth exploration of the Chinese diaspora, we’ve gone political this week at NFB Education.

Home-School Activities from NFB Education (Week 7)

Home-School Activities from NFB Education (Week 7)

Join NFB Education this week as we explore the senses, take a trip into outer space,and experience a cautionary tale about privacy on the web.

Home-School Activities from NFB Education (Week 6)

Home-School Activities from NFB Education (Week 6)

From an exploration of a peaceful protest that turned violent to an animated view on how we treat the elderly, this week we looked at films for older kids.