Does homework really work?
After decades spent trying to assess the value of homework, researchers still argue over the simplest findings.
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Homework case study #2: The refuser
What happens when your child goes on a schoolwork strike? One expert weighs in.
Should kids get summer homework?
Pointless busywork or essential academic upkeep? The experts weigh in on the hot debate.
How much homework is too much?
Grade-by-grade guidelines for what kids can reasonably be expected to do.
Help Your Child Manage Procrastination
Does your child start school assignments too late and struggle to finish on time? Here's how you can help your student with time management.
How Can I Help My Teen With Algebra?
My daughter is in the 11th grade. She is having problems with algebra 2. Her teacher said that she cannot give her one-on-one tutoring. I took her to a place for evaluation for math. She tested at a fifth-grade level. I am a single parent...
Peers and professionals can help resistant teens learn to read
Does your teenager struggle with reading but resist your suggestions and support? Where can you turn for help? An expert has some ideas for you.
How to take great notes
Taking good notes requires students to evaluate, organize and summarize information. It's a key survival skill your child will need through high school and beyond.
Improving Older Kids' Reading Speed and Comprehension
Do you want to know what can be done to improve your middle or high school student's reading speed and comprehension? In this article, an expert addresses this concern.
How Older Kids Can Improve Their Writing Skills
Helping older students improve their writing skills requires both excellent instruction and age-appropriate practice - and lots of it. An expert explains this in parent-friendly terms.
