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How to Find a Good Tutor: Features and Characteristics to Look For

Jan. 10, 2024

Finding a tutor to help your child sounds simple enough, but there is a lot that should go into the decision. Parents looking for a good tutor should put the right criteria at the top of their list.

Challenges Confronting Today’s Students and How Parents Can Help

Dec. 08, 2022

There are plenty of issues that students have to navigate, but there are effective ways for parents to confront these issues too. Here are a few of the greatest challenges that parents need to be aware of along with tips on how to deal with them.

Fun Family Learning Activities to Enjoy Over Winter Break

Dec. 01, 2022

There are opportunities to learn everywhere. Of course, winter break is also an opportune time for children to catch up in school if they need a boost in one or more subjects.

Five Study Skills Middle Schoolers Need to Acquire and Refine

Nov. 03, 2022

What are some of the middle school study skills your student should be cultivating as they move toward high school? Here are five of the most essential.

Identifying Learning Disabilities Early

Oct. 06, 2022

If you know that your child is experiencing learning difficulties, it’s important to not ignore the signs. Here are a few things to watch for when your child is young that could be signs of learning disabilities or other learning issues.

Five Tips to Make This School Year Successful

Sep. 08, 2022

The school year is off to a start, but you want to make it the best start possible. There are several easy ways to help your child set the tone for a positive, productive year.

Tips to Raise an Independent Learner

Jun. 07, 2022

Students who are independent seek to learn for the sake of learning and understand that learning requires discipline and diligence.The more you can help your child make that transition toward independence as a student, the more equipped they will be for college-level academics and their career.  

What Science Teaches Beyond the Science

May. 10, 2022

Even if your student isn’t passionate about the subject, learning science offers many valuable takeaways. Here are several things that students can learn from science that are beyond science.

What is Social Emotional Learning and How Can It Benefit Your Child?

May. 03, 2022

Helping your child develop social emotional skills and embrace social and emotional learning are both important in your quest to help your child achieve. Here are the five key areas of social emotional learning and tips to help your child cultivate these aptitudes.

Why Mastery of Skills is Important for Young Students

Apr. 05, 2022

Mastery of skills is essential for deeper learning. Students who are encouraged to master knowledge before moving on to the next concept are inherently taught to persevere and approach learning with a growth (rather than fixed) mindset. They also build their confidence in the process.  

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