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How much should parents help with kids’ homework?

Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010

Your child sits down at the dining room table and with a sigh, opens an English textbook. Pulling out a grammar exercise, she throws a sidewise glance your way before whining, “I don’t know how to do this.”
What should you do? Drop everything and run to her aid? Calmly tell her to do the work [...]

Practical Exam Tips

Thursday, January 21st, 2010

• Pens and Pencils.
Some exams require the use of PENS, while others have to be completed in PENCIL. Make sure you know what you should be using in every paper before you go in.
• Websites.
All the major examination boards have websites these days, usually with sample papers and examiners’ reports that you [...]

Popular books for school-age kids

Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009

Most parents want their children to read quality literature, not just comic book fluff. Yet what constitutes a good book these days? The following guidelines may help parents choose effective stories for their children.
1. Fantasy and science fiction. Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, and even films adapted from popular films like Star Wars or [...]

Elementary School Teacher Tips

Saturday, November 28th, 2009

As you start your first year as an elementary school teacher, on the top of your list of things to do should be, “Get to know the support staff.” That is anyone you will call on for help during the year. Of course the principals are important, but who are you going to call when [...]