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Fostering an Independent Mindset for Your Child


As educators, we have seen a variety of different parents. There are the helicopter parents, who hover overhead, leaving no breathing room for their children and there are the parents who are absent...
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When Traditional Schooling Fails: Making the Most of Alternative Education


The verdict is out on the traditional schooling method and they’re looking quite bleak. From standardized testing, to state determined curriculums, to long school days followed by hours of...
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Is Your Child’s Sleep Schedule Affecting School Performance?


Problems with getting a child to go to sleep at night can result in issues with school performance. Grades slip, homework does not get finished, and you and your child both end up a cranky mess....
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10 Ways to Engage Spirited Kids


Spirited children are those who are high energy, a little more intense, sensitive, perceptive and temperamental than their peers. They require a little more attention and thoughtful activities to...
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Do You Know Your Child’s Learning Style?


Children are every bit as unique as the adults they grow to be. One size doesn’t fit all when it comes to education. Different kids learn in different ways. Read on to discover the main types...
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Is Your Child Ready for Kindergarten?


Some children are ready for kindergarten even before their fifth birthday, while others need more time to develop personal and social skills before heading off to begin their formal education....
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Top Study Strategies for Energetic Kids


All parents want their kids to be joyful and full of energy to live life to the fullest. However, there can be a downside to having a wealth of energy. Kids who have an excess of energy may have...
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Summer Camp, Summer Fun


Have you been trying to think of fun and constructive summer activities for your children? Are you looking for something to keep them busy while while holding their attention? If so, you should...
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How Childhood Obesity, Nutrition and Related Health Problems Affect Learning Ability


It’s said that health is wealth, and that’s especially true in childhood. The modern struggles that many children face of not receiving optimal nutrition while also being obese can be...
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Healthy Lunch Ideas That Will Have Your Kids Asking for More


When you are tackling the challenge of packing healthy school lunches during the week for your child, it can be tempting to just go for pre-made convenience foods. However, these prepackaged lunches...
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