The Benefits of Graphic Novels

Graphic novels sometimes get a bad rap. Some don’t view them as "real literature" and detractors worry that their students...

Ask Questions That Push Beyond Rote Memorization

Go a step beyond quizzing your child on rote memorization. Ask questions that challenge your child to reflect more deeply....

Regularly Check Homework Portals

Many teachers have class websites, Google Classrooms, or other online portals where they post nightly homework and long-term assignments. Make...

Getting Enough Sleep is a Game-Changer

Elementary and middle school students need 10-12 hours of sleep per night, and teenagers 8-10 hours. Without enough sleep, the...

Don’t Rely on Memory – Create a Checklist!

A luggage tag checklist attached to the zipper pull of your child’s backpack is a simple way to help your...

Be Proactive and Consistent About Organization

A clean backpack and orderly binder makes every assignment easier to find, complete, and turn in on time. However, in...

Using an Online Homework Portal More Effectively

Many schools have transitioned to online platforms to help students keep track of their daily homework and long-term assignments. For...

Getting the Most Out of Your Parent/Teacher Conference

Parent/teacher conferences are on the horizon. Here are three tips to help you make the most of your time with...

Celebrate Incremental Progress

Success takes many forms so don’t overlook the successes your child achieves along the way to his ultimate goal. When...

Online Organization Matters, Too!

Have you ever "misplaced" a file on your computer or in the cloud? It’s frustrating and stressful. In today’s world,...

It’s Like Riding a Bike. Simple.

If you think you can, you will. If you think you can’t, you won’t.

Excited or Nervous for Back-to-School?

As we begin the new school year, some students are excited to get back to school, while others are a...