Starting School

"Sight words" is a term used to refer to words that children usually learn to recognize on sight rather than "decoding" them--a fancy word that educators use to mean "sounding them out." Many...

Starting when children are young, they should learn how to conserve and protect our environment. One way to start is to teach them the importance of buying eco-friendly products. When they start...

Give your kids a little incentive to do well in school, get good grades and have good attendance. A lot of places offer rewards for children who do well in school. Because some places are...

The key to getting a child to tell you what happened at school is learning how your child communicates. Some kids will chat with you face to face, while others open up better when seated next to...

Creating a good study environment takes a little planning. It is well worth the time as the end result will be much more productive study time. Many people fail to do this and wonder why they...

Preschoolers participate in a lot of hands-on projects during their schooling. It's hard to throw away anything that they've made, but it is also hard to keep all of those things lying around....

During the first five years of life you have the awesome responsibility of nurturing a developing reader and writer ready to begin school with a love for learning. Your child’s teachers have the...

The special education department of any school system provides invaluable service to families, children and communities. Children with special needs get the specific kind of help needed for each...

Selecting a school for a child with Down Syndrome isn't as difficult as it used to be. Public school districts are required to provide an education to students with disabilities, but you may find...

If you're a room parent, one of your primary responsibilities is planning class parties. Usually the theme is holiday or season related and will suggest certain activities, refreshments and...

If you have a toddler at home, you may be interested in signing your son or daughter up for preschool. There are some things that you should consider when picking a preschool to make sure your...

My children had to move to different schools and I have learned what to do and what not to do in getting them ready for their new adventure.

Buying a backpack is an exciting ritual for children preparing for the school year. Backpacks have more staying power than most school supplies and should last for several years. Look for quality...

As with any habit (good or bad), the sooner good study habits are developed, the better they will stick. It's never too early to introduce your child to positive study habits, which will reward...