Making sense of “annotating” text
When students reach middle or high school, they will be asked to “annotate” their reading assignments, which is an intimidating...
Backward Design: Beginning with the end in mind
What if we told you that your child can and should begin studying for final exams the moment he sets foot in the...
Tips for reading a textbook
For many students, reading a textbook is an arduous, overwhelming task. It doesn't have to be! Follow these four simple pre-reading steps...
Challenges are teachable moments
In the spring, we posted a blog discussing fixed and growth mindsets in students. One way to spot a “fixed...
Word associations to aid memorization
To make rote memorization more accessible, encourage your child to use word associations while studying. Your child can connect new...
Failure is an opportunity to grow
Our current generation of children, increasingly, fears failure. So it’s ever more important to teach your children what failure really...
Preparation is the key to effective parent-teacher conferences
As you and your children embark on another school year, you’ve undoubtedly embraced many September rituals. You’ve braved new school...
Set electronic reminders
In today's technological world, students rely on their devices for more and more daily tasks. So, why not use technology...
The qualities and skills that all successful students share
For this week’s blog, we're taking aim at the age-old question: What are the qualities and skills that all successful...
Lessons of Labor Day: Self-Advocacy
Labor Day provides an opportunity to teach your child about the importance of advocating for herself, her friends, and her...
A simple way to organize homework
Some students struggle to remember what to bring to and from school, and what to complete as their homework each...
Shifting your child’s mindset back into school mode
For most students, this is the last week of summer vacation. It’s certainly important to let your child soak it...