Tackling Challenging Academics by Having Fun
A story for parents to keep in mind when helping their child with difficult homework and/or seeking support for their struggling student. As a reading specialist I periodically help children with academic challenges at Parents
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Having Fun When Doing Homework
Homework can be hard work for everyone in the family. It can help make things easier to find a way to laugh with your child while doing it. Some parents I know play a quick
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Managing Homework, My Space and Facebook
Helping a child juggle their social life and the demands of school is an age-old problem for parents. The internet is making this dilemma even more complicated. I have known many “computer fool” parents who have figured it out but it has usually taken some time and effort. Here are some thoughts that might prove helpful. Continue reading
Teenagers and Homework
Dear Sharon, I have a 12 year old who is a homework problem kid. He doesn’t want to do anything but computer games and hang out with his friends. We end up fighting a great
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