Slow down, you move too fast

If your child rushes through assignments, it’s likely that oftentimes they’re not meeting all the requirements. To slow them down...

Speed vs. Process

Many students feel pressure to move quickly through a test and, thus, forgo employing the key strategies they’ve been learning...

Beware: Don’t Compare

Most runners and swimmers aren’t chasing an Olympic or world record. Most are competing against themselves to achieve their personal...

Secrets to Successful Studying

By Adina Levitt, Instructor “But I studied!” Maybe you’ve heard your student say this after getting a test back and...

Entering extra-long-weekend mode

It’s Tuesday of Thanksgiving week and it’s fair to say that many students, and many adults, are already in extra-long-weekend...

Doing for vs. doing with

Coaches often remind their players that there’s no “I” in “team.” Similarly, at home you’ve got to be your child’s...

Small wins count

Life moves pretty fast and we’ve become accustomed to, and often expect, a quick fix. While it’s reasonable to expect...

Anything but homework!

When they’d rather be doing so many other fun things, getting started on homework is a real challenge for many...

Maximize the opportunity

Parent-teacher conferences are on the horizon. Here are a few tips to help get the most out of your time...

Beyond the Tip of the Week

Let’s learn more together! If you’re a reader of our weekly Tips, it’s likely you’re seeking to expand your knowledge...

Do’s And Don’ts of Writing Emails to Teachers and Professors

By Jess Holman, Instrucor It’s likely that at some point during this academic year, you will need to send an...

We’re all wired differently

When working with our children on strengthening their executive function skills, often our natural instinct is to fall back on...