Test Anxiety
For some students, test-taking can be a painful ordeal. They may become overly anxious or fearful before and during an exam, which may actually affect their grades. To avoid anxiety, preparation will be key — both in knowing the material and in preparing physically and mentally. The following tips may help your child better handle […]
School-Year Theme
What’s the school-year focus at your house? If you don’t have one, don’t worry, most families don’t! However having a theme is a great way to make your children aware of specific attributes and attitudes you want them to cultivate. 1. Choose key words. Start with key words for your theme: integrity, discipline, diligence are all […]
Homework Without Hassles…Almost!
One fall, a dad named Ron made it a point to ask each of his children’s teachers, “What’s the single best thing I could do that would make your job easier?” For at least the next four years he continued that habit, and every single teacher gave essentially the same answer: take an active role […]
10 Ways to Help Your Kids With Their Homework
My children’s homework personalities were as different as they were. One of them needed no prodding at all. A couple of others needed a bit more mom involvement. And two of mine were pretty much allergic to all things homework. Well, no matter where your child falls in the mix, there are tips for how […]
Helping your Child Succeed at School
Are you looking for some practical tips on how to help your children succeed at school? Whether it’s how to help them with their homework (without helping them too much) or how to become involved with their school, many moms aren’t sure the best approach to being an active, helpful participant in their children’s education. […]
School Year Assessment
What did your children learn during the school year that they need to unlearn? Have they learned to be quiet because someone bullied them? Maybe they became friends with a “cool” kid who taught them some uncool habits, and now they need a manners lesson. As much as we want to stay on top of […]
