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Breakfast is still the most important meal of the day. It’s critical that your student eats a solid breakfast before school. The energy and nutrients will keep them focused and engaged all morning. But what happens in the afternoon? Breakfast wears off and students start to shut down. Time for lunch! A healthy lunch is just as critical to a …
When it comes to back to school time, staying organized is key! Good organizational skills result in more time, less pressure, and a happier family. Planning for back to school can be easy for some people. They have backpacks ready, clothes picked out, and pencils sharpened. But once the year starts, everything falls apart. The backpack gets lost, your kids …
This summer sure flew by fast! It’s hard to believe we’re almost at the end of July. School will be here before we know it. So, are you prepared? As summer begins, parents typically make resolutions for the next school year. “This could have been better,” or “I wish I had been more organized”. The back to school …
You can find books anywhere you look — stores, libraries, classrooms, even online. But even with millions of title to choose from, sometimes it can still be difficult to get your student to sit down and read. Try this trick this summer — play Summer Reading Bingo! My Sister’s Suitcase posted this cute and customizable reading Bingo card on their blog: …
Every child in the world is completely unique. No two children learn in exactly the same way. This is especially true for children with learning disabilties — including dyslexia, ADD/ADHD, autism and several others. When it comes to teaching children, there are general things that you should always remember – like the importance of getting down on their level, making eye …
This is the last installment in our four-part series on test taking anxiety. I certainly hope you have enjoyed reading it as much as I have enjoyed writing it. If you have any suggestions for future series topics, please let me know! You have finally arrived – the day of the test! While you may feel like your …
Welcome back to our four-part series on test taking anxiety! Be sure to check back each day for the next installment. Or, if you’d rather, subscribe to our blog on the sidebar and have the next post delivered right to your inbox. Happy reading! In the second part of our series on test taking anxiety, we are going to …
This week, I will be presenting a four-part series on test taking anxiety. Be sure to check back each day for the next installment. Or, if you’d rather, subscribe to our blog on the sidebar and have the next post delivered right to your inbox. Happy reading! Preparing for testing season is enough to make anybody nervous. Whether you are …
The holiday season is such a special time of year. For most of us, thinking about the holidays conjures up thoughts of brightly colored lights, carols and music, scrumptious desserts, the smell of home-cooked meals, and festive clothing. Thanks to our senses, we can experience all the joy and magic that comes each year. Now, take a second and imagine how …
Note: This post was written by a guest author. The holiday season is just around the corner! I had a rude awakening last week when I realized I just have five more paychecks until December 25th arrives. That got me thinking about how to bring in extra money, not just for the holidays but to help provide a nice cushion …
