Education is important especially for young kids because it is when they are still young that their minds are open and teachable, and it’s a time of life when they view things with innocence and receptiveness.  >> more

Teaching children about politics can be either a path you choose for them or a doorway to their own political feelings.  >> more

The full-day kindergarten is normally between five and six hours in length, while half-day kindergarten typically comprises approximately three hours.  >> more

Highly Qualified and high-quality are not necessarily synonymous when it comes to determining if your child has a good teacher. >> more

When it comes to doing well on tests, there’s no substitute for learning. After all, standardized and criterion-referenced tests are supposed to assess student mastery of what is being taught in the schools.  >> more

There are many resources available to parents who want to learn more about homeschooling.  Your quickest resource will be the many websites that focus on homeschooling issues and practice.  You will also find a helpful variety of magazines and books on the subject.  >> more

So, are learning centers all fun and games?  Hardly!  If your child’s teacher uses learning centers in the classroom, you might ask your young scholar which one is his favorite.  His answer will probably provide you with valuable insight into his preferred learning style, interests, and particular areas of aptitude.  >> more

Cooperative learning is a carefully planned method of placing students into groups so that they will work together to learn the material at hand.  The teacher keeps several things in mind while grouping her students  >> more

When Howard Gardner, a psychologist at Harvard, developed the Multiple Intelligences theory in the 1980s, many teachers felt validated but not surprised.  >> more

The following list of suggested tips and activities will assist you in helping your child transfer this “recipe for success” from the kitchen to the classroom.  >> more