Is your child being bullied? Does he complain that about a kid who always pushes him or grab his toy? Or maybe he's being teased or ostracized, or mercilessly picked on by a group of mean kids who've randomly chosen him to be their Victim of the Month? Bullying can destroy your child's self-esteem and make him feel powerless. He doesn't know how to fight back—and at one … [Read more...] about 5 Tips to Help Your Child Defend Himself Against Bullies
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7 Secrets to Raising Kids Who Like Homework
Are you constantly nagging your kids to do their homework? Are you disappointed by their report card, since you know they could do so much better if they took their grades more seriously? The solution seems so easy – develop your kids' study habits –but this is easier said than done. They're distracted by TV, the internet and video games. And strict rules and boring drills … [Read more...] about 7 Secrets to Raising Kids Who Like Homework
5 Fun Games that Improve your Child’s Handwriting
Does your child have horrible handwriting? It's not a problem you can afford to ignore. Even if he knows his ABC's, if he can't take decent notes or submit legible homework, his grades will suffer. Besides, good handwriting is part of learning an important life skill: taking pride in a job well done. It may seem unfair, but many teachers think that messy handwriting is a … [Read more...] about 5 Fun Games that Improve your Child’s Handwriting
9 signs your child needs glasses
Does your child need glasses? It's worth checking out. Poor vision can affect your child's school performance (how can he understand the lesson if he can't see what's on the blackboard?) and make reading so uncomfortable that he avoids it altogether. It can also cause dizziness, nausea, and headaches. Schedule a trip to the optometrist if you notice these symptoms. … [Read more...] about 9 signs your child needs glasses
12 Questions to Ask When Looking for a School
Putting your child through school is one of the most important things you can ever do for him or her. Whatever happens in the future, an education is something that your child will carry with him/her. As the old saying goes, a good education may very well be the only legacy you leave your child. Choosing the right school, therefore, is of utmost importance. It is not like … [Read more...] about 12 Questions to Ask When Looking for a School