It has been nearly a year since the coronavirus took hold of the world and turned everything upside down. Schools had to figure out how to quickly shift learning online and teach students remotely. While some in-person learning has resumed, remote learning is still happening as well. It comes as no surprise that some students …
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The past few weeks have been challenging to say the least. When students left school in mid-March, they had no idea what the future would hold. They did not know if they would be going back to school in a few days, a few weeks, or a few months. They did not know how learning …
Every child is different and has their own strengths and abilities. Certain subjects and skills come more naturally to some people than others. At some point in your child’s academic journey, they will likely struggle with something, whether it’s math, science, or a foreign language. One skill that students need to learn is how to …
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With a new school year about to start, it may bring thoughts of last year flooding back. The battles fought over homework. Late nights spent studying. Crazy mood swings. While a little bit of stress can help motivate students, too much can lead to a meltdown, and that’s not what anyone wants. Taking steps to …
Some parents struggle with teens who can’t seem to get motivated—teens who don’t apply themselves, stretch themselves, or work as hard as they are capable of. But other parents have the exact opposite problem. It may not sound like much of a problem at first; after all, what’s so bad about having a teen who’s …
As the parent of a teenager, you doubtless feel frustrated sometimes. You may be vexed by how much your son or daughter procrastinates. You may worry about their lack of organization. You may lament their lack of impulse control. Well, here’s some good news. The way your teenage son or daughter acts today isn’t how …
The Teen Brain is a Work in Progress. That’s Good News. Read More »
As much as you want to protect your child from ever being hurt, that isn’t the way life works. Failures, disappointments, and challenges are going to happen. Instead of wrapping them in a bubble, teach them effective ways of coping with setbacks so they become more resilient. Show them that they are able to grow, …
Failure Isn’t Defeat: Coping with Disappointment Read More »
It can be frustrating when your child just doesn’t seem to care about school or how they do. You know that they are capable of doing the work, but they don’t put in the effort. In all likelihood, they probably do care, but maybe they don’t find the material interesting, or it’s a concept they’re …
Parents: 5 Ways to Motivate Underperforming Students Read More »
Has pop culture produced any nerd so noble, any bookworm so mighty, as Harry Potter’s Hermione Granger? We think not! And whether you’re enrolling in Hogwarts or just trying to boost your English grade, Hermione can become your model for academic excellence. Here’s how. Show Some Pride One thing we love about Hermione is that she …
Do you remember what it felt like to be in high school? As you may recall, it’s not exactly a smooth or easy experience. Your body is changing, you’re weighing big decisions about your future, and your social and academic responsibilities are growing ever more complex. On top of all that, teens have to handle …
