With terrorism and war so often in the news, children worry about their safety in school and at home. Adults need to realize that television and violence are a disturbing combination for kids.
Differentiated classroom instruction allows teachers to meet the needs of each student in a middle school classroom. Not every child responds to the same learning styles strategies.
The middle school transition can be challenging for kids. The changes in junior high can cause teenagers stress and anxiety. Learn how to help your teen cope.
Get the facts about teenage peer pressure and sexuality. You will be alarmed at some of the statistics as they relate to teenagers' relationships and sex.
One way to help kids become strong students is to help them become confident learners. This begins at home with fun family activities and other valuable lessons to work on daily.
When your child comes home with a disappointing grade on a test, help him improve grades with positive studying tips and other helpful hints.
One of the major education issues in our high schools today is cheating. A large number of kids have cheated on their high school academics, and schools are becoming tougher on cheaters.
Learn how one Detroit urban magnet school combines successful high school academics with career job training.
Does your teen spend most of his time on the phone or internet, instead of reading a book? You're not alone. If you want your kids to read, you need to give teenagers books they like.
"Club drugs" are becoming more popular with teens of all ages. The peer pressure teens feel to try these club drugs can be intimidating at times. Parents need to know what to look for.
Methamphetamine abuse is a growing, deadly problem among America’s teens. How can parents spot the tell-tale signs of meth use? Read on for alarming teenagers' statistics and meth facts.
The peer pressure teens are under to excel at sports can make them take extreme measures. What are dangers to steroid use, and how do you recognize at-risk teens? Read on.
Since your child is watching you all the time, you are always teaching character. Much of what children see determines their success or failure as adults and your success or failure as a parent.
Children learn about gender behavior and attitude from their parents. Are you teaching your kids about equality at home? Learn how to model good behavior and teach equality to your kids.
From tantrums in children to teens' manners (or lack thereof), your kid's behavior reflects on you. Raising a child to be polite is a key part of teaching character. Need help? Check out these tips.