Recent Posts in February, 2017

• 5 Things That Are Draining Your Energy

  Feb 27, 2017
  Too much technology. Try a technology-free night and see how you feel. Put your phone away for the night so you’re not tempted to check it first thing in the morning. What does the next day feel like ...
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• Stop messing up your kids with stuff. Give them these gifts instead.

  Feb 27, 2017
  Responsibility. By coddling children, you do them a disservice and hinder their ability to be prepared for life outside the home. Encourage them to volunteer, help around the house, get a job, and ...
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• Can You Hear Me Now?

  Feb 27, 2017
  Interpreting what your kid's teacher says As you head into conferences, or any time you talk to your child's teacher, listen for these red flag phrases: "I know he's smart, but ..." His work doesn't ...
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• Standardized Tests: 4 factors within your control

  Feb 14, 2017
  There are lots of factors that contribute to test performance results. Here are four of the most common, with tips on how to help: Focus on Nutrition: Children's brains burn through energy very ...
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• Homework and the Mommy Meltdown

  Feb 14, 2017
  For kids with learning struggles, the burden of understanding geometry or studying for spelling tests is as much our pain as theirs. If daily homework battles are driving you crazy, check out tips to ...
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• Why Smart Kids Fail

  Feb 10, 2017
  Even brilliant kids have learning struggles-here's why It's one of the great mysteries of childrearing: Your very smart kid's intelligence isn't reflected in his or her report card. How can such a ...
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