Your child may be very excited to go to preschool, but the new environment and change in routines can also be quite stressful for him. Here are some simple ways to gradually adjust his schedule and introduce him to the activities he will encounter in the classroom. It will make the transition easier, and ensure that his first experience of school will be fun and stress-free. … [Read more...] about How to prepare your child for preschool
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Tips on choosing a child’s backpack
One of the things children look forward to at the start of the school year are their new clothes and new school supplies. But for a majority of kids, the one thing they look forward to the most is their new bags. A big majority of kids choose backpacks because it is easy to carry, very handy, and also quite roomy. But one thing you should remember that not all backpacks are the … [Read more...] about Tips on choosing a child’s backpack
Tips on Preparing for a Test
Taking a test can be very stressful. The good news, though, is that you can cope with the anxiety with just a little preparation. The more you prepare and review for your test, the more confident you will feel. Cramming will only make you feel worse -- and you'll forget the information and possibly do worse than if you hadn't studied at all! Here are some tips on how to … [Read more...] about Tips on Preparing for a Test
How to Improve your Child’s Concentration
Does your child have a hard time concentrating on his homework? Does he fidget during dinner time, or does his attention wander in the middle of a conversation? Many children have trouble concentrating—especially with so many distractions like the TV and the internet! But it's important to find the cause of poor concentration and then to train their brain, so to speak, to … [Read more...] about How to Improve your Child’s Concentration
“I Don’t Like My Child’s Teacher!”
Your child's teacher wields a remarkable amount of influence over your child. Not only does he spend a lot of time in the classroom, he looks up to her as an authority figure. What she says and does influences his self-esteem, and motivates him to do well (or not!) in school. Most teachers take this role very seriously and work hard to motivate and inspire each child in … [Read more...] about “I Don’t Like My Child’s Teacher!”