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TOP 10 TIPS – “COLLEGE TOUR 101″
Start by Casting a Wide Net–If you and your teenager haven’t already done so, start by putting together a long list of potential schools of interest—up to 20 schools—for further investigation and...
How to Ace Final Exams – Tips for Parents and Kids
Is it really already time to start preparing for finals? Final exams can make or break a student’s semester, and many kids feel the pressure, especially when test-taking anxiety sets in. Expert tutor and...
Top 10 Tips for Homeschooling
// // // Homeschooling your children provides a number of benefits. An enhanced curriculum, small class sizes, flexibility, and reduced exposure to peer pressure are just some of the advantages. Here are 10 ways to make the most...
Effective Communication Tips to Help Parents and Children Avoid “Report Card Surprise”
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Communicating with Your College Freshman
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Top 10 Things to Give a Child to Build Reading Readiness Skills
One of the joys of being a parent is watching your child learn new skills and reach new milestones. Learning to read is one of the milestones that parents eagerly await and often worry about. Parent everywhere...
Breaking Bad Homework Habits: Crushing the “Rushing” Through Homework
// // “My kid always rushes through her homework!” I hear this complaint from many parents. As adults, it’s difficult for us to understand why our children can’t slow down, take time to focus, and check...
