1. Read, read, and read to your child for at least 15 minutes every day. Take turns reading with your older child — you read one page, she reads the next — or establish a family reading time when everyone reads her own book.  2. Encourage him to express his opinion, talk about his feelings, and make […]
 When parents talk about school safety these days, they’re usually referring to the surge in violence at schools. But research shows that school-age children are actually nine times more likely to sustain an unintentional injury — whether on the playground or in school — than to be the victim of violence while at school. […]
 Your child may be registered for preschool, but is he ready?  Two Weeks Before  Talk about it. A brief but positive introduction is all that’s usually necessary. “Children this age tend to view going to school as a ‘grown-up’ thing to do,” notes Willer, so that’s a good way to sell it. […]
 Education experts and students reveal the secrets of maintaining high grades. Brains aren’t the only answer. “Top grades don’t always go to the brightest students,” declares Herbert Walberg, professor of education at the University of Illinois at Chicago, who has conducted major studies of super-achieving students. “Knowing how to make the most of your […]
 Hitting the books shouldn’t hurt. Help your favorite student get an A+ in health.  Stay action-packed. The end of summer shouldn’t mean the end of outdoor activities. Sign kids up for a sport or send them out to ride bikes or walk the dog. If you live near school, skip the bus and […]
Check with your child’s school. Many participate with a pre-packaged supply site such as Desktop School Supplies or Schoolpak. You can order all your supplies at once online, and save a trip to the store. Plus, such sites provide something back to your child’s school – often free supplies for teachers, etc.   If your school doesn’t, […]
 Dreading the end-of-summer shopping sprees that signal school’s back in session? Relax — our cheat sheet’s ready to help everyone make the grade this year! Go back to school the smart way with our clever collection of frugal ideas using common household items.  Don’t lose it — label it! You don’t need to […]
Children start school with different degrees of social and emotional maturity. These qualities take time and practice to learn. Give your child opportunities at home to begin to develop the following positive qualities. — Confidence: Children must feel good about themselves and believe they can succeed. Confident children are more willing to attempt new tasks—and […]
