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How Do I Know if My Child Has a Great Teacher?

Savvy parents know that the teacher is the second-most important determinant of their child's success in the classroom (the first, of course, is the parent). But how does a parent assess how good their child's teacher really ...

Emma's Story: Too Young for School?

With her November birthday, Emma will be one of the youngest in her kindergarten class — if her parents enroll her this year. Should they hold her back? EduGuide talked to two experts.

9 Questions to Start a Parent-Teacher Partnership

Make sure you get off on the right foot with your child's teacher.

New Schools, New Challenges and Bullies

Starting school is stressful and the "new kid" can be a target for bullies. Read how one family overcame the challenges of one of life's hardest transitions.

10 Ways To Make This the Best School Year Ever

Prepare to support your child's success this new school year, making it the best year ever with back to school tips from a veteran teacher.

Get Your Child Ready for School

Different personality traits can affect how a child reacts to starting school. Here's how to deal with children who are shy, excitable, anxious and more, as well as ways to help them adjust to the back to school environment.

Progress Report: From Preschool to Kindergarten and Beyond

A mother of elementary-aged kids looks back at the early days of school.

What To Do When the School Says You Have a “Problem Child”

Negative labels don't help your child. What will help is figuring out how to solve the problem. These suggestions can help reverse that negative label.

The Magic of Mentoring

If your child is struggling, a mentor can help. Kids who have mentors do better in school and are less likely to use alcohol and drugs.

Teaching Math at Home: Making It All Add Up

Want to make sure your child gets her numbers down pat? Make math part of your routine at home.

How to Choose a School for Your Child

Are you wondering about where you child should go to school next year? Savvy parents do their homework and compare their options. Find out what you need to know before you make your decision.

Should My Child Start Kindergarten?

To start kindergarten or not to start kindergarten? That's the question for many parents of kids with late birthdays. Here's what you should know.

Should My Child Be Held Back?

Know the facts before you decide to hold your child back a grade. Get expert perspective and suggested alternatives to retention.

School Stressors

While we typically think of childhood as that time of life that is carefree and lighthearted, kids actually do spend a fair amount of time worrying about things that can happen at school.

Secrets to School Success

You want your child to do well in school. Check out ways to make this school year the best one yet.

Research Roundup: How to Make Latino Students Prosper

New research shows the secret to helping Latino students. Stay involved and never give up.

Ready for the Next Grade?

How do parents know when it's best to retain their child in a grade? Check out these questions - the same ones teachers and principals use to assess the best plan for your child.

Problems with Social Interaction: Signs and Solutions

Is your child introverted or suffering with more serious social anxiety? Get signs and symptoms of social interaction problems that warrant further investigation and ways to help your child become more socially confident.

Noisy Classrooms Harm Learning

Did you know that a noisy classroom could drag your child's learning down? Here's how to change that.

Meeting Children's Different Learning Needs

Every child has a different learning style. How do you make sure your child's needs are being met in a busy classroom?

Helping Children Develop Concentration

Your child can't be successful without concentration skills. How can you help him get down to task?

Getting Smart in College: Einstein Had To Go to Class, Too

What's the key to getting good grades in college? Start with going to class (yes, every class) and asking questions.

Interview Questions for Tutors

Tutors come in every shape and size, and are as different as every child. So how will you know which one is right for you?

Help Children Develop a 'Can-Do' Attitude

Looking for ways to improve your child's outlook on life? Try these tips to help boost your child's self esteem and set an example of a positive, can-do attitude.

10 Reading Rights for Children

When it comes to reading, parents must ensure that their children's literacy rights are honored.

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