25+ Great Coloring Books For Kids That Encourages Learning
Coloring has come into the mainstream over the course of the past few years, especially for adults. The market…
If Your Child Never Stops Asking Questions, Congratulations! They Might Be a Genius
If you have a small child, chances are good that you’ve answered a lot of questions. Why is the…
Here’s A Great Way Kids Can Learn And Earn Sweet Badges Without Joining The Scouts
Scout troops do lots of amazing things. From service projects to outdoor adventures to the all-important role played in…
Parents Who Think Their 1-Year-Olds Can Read Are The Worst
If you give your nine-month-old baby a flashcard, which do you think is more likely to happen: A.) he’ll…
New York Kindergarten Students ‘Breaking Down’ Filling Out Bubble Tests About Ducklings
If you have a kid who attends school in New York, they may have started taking “bubble tests” –…
Grade Expectations: Reading Isn’t The Only Measure Of Early Childhood Education Success
Grade Expectations is a weekly look at education from a parent’s perspective. We’ll talk special needs, gifted & talented, and everything…
Grade Expectations: My Daughter Forgets Everything When She Gets To School
Grade Expectations is a weekly look at education from a parent’s perspective. We’ll talk special needs, gifted & talented, and everything…
Grade Expectations: I Can’t Imagine My Child Getting Less Than A’s
I’m going to sound like a jerk here. I’ve accepted that fact. But I’m going to talk about this…
Who’s Shocked To Find Out That Healthy Kids Have Higher IQs?
Hold on to your sippy cups ladies. Get prepared for a doozy of a medical discovery. Kids who eat…
5 Strategies To Keep Your Kids Learning Over The Summer – Without Worksheets
It’s a tough balance to find. You want your children to keep learning over the summer, but you also…
‘We’re Working On It’ Means There’s A Problem – And Other Tips For Parent-Teacher Conferences
The semester is over. Teachers are racing to get testing done and grades in those report cards. Kids are…
Back To School: How To Help A Child Who Isn’t Getting Straight A’s
Every child learns differently. Early on, most parents can see the type of student that their little one will…