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STEM for the Real World: Creative Ways to Turn Everyday Moments Into Lessons

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As times change, so does the world, and more specifically, the types of jobs that will exist in the future. […]

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The Average Person Can’t Name These American Presidents

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If you're alive today and you're of a certain age, you likely know and can identify many of the presidents […]

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Structure, Support, and Study Blocks: What Kids Need Most at the End of the Year

Published: by Jennifer Parris | Leave a Comment

After months of tests, pop quizzes, and studying, the end of the school year should be a big sigh of […]

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Is Your Child Ready for Kindergarten? Here’s What Experts Want Parents to Know

Published: by Maureen Wilkey | Leave a Comment

To most parents of preschoolers, it seems like their children were babies just yesterday. But even as early as age […]

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A Parent’s Guide to Standardized Tests: What They Measure and What They Don’t

Published: by Johanna Kennelly Ullman | Leave a Comment

For many families, testing season brings a familiar combination of concern, pressure, and uncertainty. Parents want their children to succeed, […]

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I Said I Would Never Homeschool My Kids, But Here’s What Changed My Mind

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Even before I got married, I dreamed of being a mother, but I didn't think much about what my future […]

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Surviving Testing Season Without Tears, Tension, or Test Talk Overload

Published: by Jennifer Geer | Leave a Comment

You want to help your kids do their best at school. However, sometimes parents may be adding pressure without even […]

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Outgrowing Parental Fears: What Actually Signals a Child Is Ready for Preschool

Published: by Justin Zipprich | Leave a Comment

It’s not uncommon to find new parents who don’t see the benefit of pre-school, but that would be a mistake. […]

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School Burnout: How to End the Cycle of Exhaustion, Dysregulation, and Overstimulation

Published: by Lianna Tedesco | Leave a Comment

School exhaustion is something many parents have seen in their children. After a long day of learning, reading, writing, socializing, […]

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Outrunning the Gap: How Early Support Shields Kids From Academic and Emotional Fallout

Published: by Jennifer Parris | Leave a Comment

Everyone has their own way of learning. Even among your own children, you may notice that one learns best by […]

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The Mid-Year Check-In: The Questions Teachers Wish Parents Would Ask in January

Published: by Johanna Kennelly Ullman | Leave a Comment

January provides a natural pause to the school year, marking a crucial point for families and educators alike. The initial […]

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From Checked Out to Engaged: Identifying Why Kids Lose Interest in School This Time of Year

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As parents, it’s hard to know what to do when you realize that your kids are checked out of school. […]

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How to Help Your Child Transition From Fifth Grade to Middle School: Academic and Life Skills for Success

Published: by Jennifer Parris | Leave a Comment

Just when you’ve finally gotten into the groove of elementary school, your child has the nerve to grow up and […]

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The Reading Plateau: What to Do When Your Child Stops Making Progress

Published: by Lianna Tedesco | Leave a Comment

There's nothing more exciting than watching your child learn how to read. Readers know that books are the ultimate escape, […]

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Is Your Child Dealing With Math Anxiety? Here’s What One Expert Wants Parents to Know

Published: by Lianna Tedesco | Leave a Comment

Math anxiety affects roughly 20% to 25% of school-aged children. Many of us have felt it ourselves while sitting in […]

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12 Books Every Parent Should Read With Their Kids Before Age 12

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Mary Pope Osbourne once said, “Reading is a passport to countless adventures.” Even in a digital age where adventures are […]

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Are After-School Tutors Worth the Investment? Here’s What Education Experts Say

Updated: by Maureen Wilkey | Leave a Comment

So you think your child needs help in school. Whether it's tears about homework, sliding test scores, or just seeing […]

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The Debate Over Early Reading: Should Kids Learn Before Kindergarten?

Published: by Jennifer Parris | Leave a Comment

Early reading is a topic that sparks debate among parents and educators alike. Some say that teaching children to read […]

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The Science Behind Leaves Changing Colors (Kid-Friendly Edition)

Published: by Maureen Wilkey | Leave a Comment

Across most of the United States, kids see deciduous trees changing colors every autumn. Many curious children want to know […]

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How to Support Your Child’s Social Emotional Learning at Home With Everyday Moments

Published: by Jennifer Geer | Leave a Comment

You may have heard the term Social Emotional Learning (SEL) used in schools. Many U.S. education systems have embraced the […]

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13 Creative Ways to Encourage Your Child to Read After School

Published: by Jenna Jury | Leave a Comment

Growing up, my favorite pastime was reading. You would never catch me without a book in my hand. The world […]

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Top App Picks for Screen Time That’s Actually Educational

Published: by Maureen Wilkey | Leave a Comment

Screen time has always been a controversial topic between parents and kids. Growing up in the 1990s, my parents set […]

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Keep Learning Fun With These Simple STEM Projects for Kids

Published: by Maureen Wilkey | Leave a Comment

Once school starts, it’s easy for kids to become overwhelmed with the transition and the workload in their new grades. […]

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25 Top Private Middle Schools in the U.S. in 2026

Updated: by Amy Williams | Leave a Comment

Middle school is a significant time in your child's life. At this age, pre-teens and teens are learning about the […]

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