Decoding Standards-Based Report Cards
Every school year I hear from families who are having trouble interpreting a child's report card. Naturally, parents and guardians want a...
Effective Flashcards
Do you remember using flashcards when you were a student? Maybe you have even recommended flashcards to your child. When learning facts...
Quiz me, Mom!
Surely one of the most common answers when one asks a child how he will study for an assessment is “I’ll have my mom or dad quiz me.”...
Does class size matter?
It seems obvious that smaller class sizes would be better for students and teachers alike. Parents often advocate for and seek out...
The Best Homework Help: Routines
As a teacher and as a tutor, I've often heard parents ask how they can help their children with homework. Adults worry about their...
