by speakeasy | Oct 26, 2011 | Study Skills
The next SAT test if just around the corner – Saturday November 5th to be exact! Here are a few tips and strategies to help you on the big day! 1. Make sure that you know the exact location of the SAT test center. And the amount of time it takes to get there. Arrive...
by Yolanda Fontanez-Coleman | Oct 21, 2011 | Teaching
I recently attended a meeting at my children’s school. The presenter spoke to the entire 2nd grade class along with their parents and shared a poem with us – Children Learn What They Live by Dorothy Law Nolte. I had read this poem many times when I was a classroom...
by speakeasy | Oct 18, 2011 | Study Skills
Daily practice is the best way to reinforce spelling. Here are a few fun techniques to try! Shaving cream – spray it on a flat surface, smooth it out and let him write his words in it. Finger paint – let him spell out his words with finger paint. Sidewalk chalk – have...
by Yolanda Fontanez-Coleman | Oct 17, 2011 | Learning Resources
The fishfulthinking website offers information on raising optimistic children and developing resiliency and goal-setting skills in children. The site is designed to connect parents and teachers with resources about optimism in children. The Goldfish brand has...
by speakeasy | Oct 7, 2011 | Study Skills
Believe it or not, even the most disorganized child can develop good organizational skills. Here are a few strategies that can help. 1. Stick to a schedule Establish a routine. Regular mealtimes and bedtimes are important as they will help your child fall into a...
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