Some topics really seem to strike a chord with parents. These articles appeared in past newsletters and received a big response from our readers. 5 Homework Tips Every Parent Must Know Have a Math Test? 6 Proven Solutions to Study Smarter Parenting Styles and Why They Matter Get Organized with the Latest Smart Phone Apps … Read more
Thinking of a last-minute gift that will make learning fun? Take a look at our recommendations for stuffing your kid’s stocking with gifts that will be both popular and educational. E-readers such as Amazon’s Kindle or Barnes and Noble’s Nook – All ages E-readers are perfect for students of all ages. They have internal dictionaries … Read more
Let’s face it, math is different. The study skills and processes your child has used in other subjects won’t necessarily serve her well when the time comes to prepare for a big math test. What is the best way to study for math tests? Our language provides an important clue. We don’t say “do the … Read more
Forty years ago an Indiana electronics company brought a product to market that did more to change American K-12 education than almost anything else. The company, Bowmar Instruments, began selling the first handheld pocket calculator for a whopping $240! By 1976, the cost of the cheapest four-function device had dropped to a few dollars and … Read more
In classrooms across America, teachers strive to provide engaging lessons, meaningful homework, and assessments, but more often than not, our students aren’t learning how to learn. Kids walk out of their classrooms armed with study guides, notes, and chapters to read, but they don’t know how to put that information into storage for retrieval tomorrow, … Read more