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The best low-cost and free tools to help get your child into college

How peer tutoring can transform high school academics

Top 10 high-tech math tutors

Homework case study #4: Disorganization disorder

One middle-schooler struggles not with the academics but the assignment itself.

The tutoring conundrum

Thanks to craigslist, underemployed teachers, and a vast juggernaut of corporate tutoring franchises, the idea of one-on-one help for kids is no longer just another activity for the over-enriched children of the rich. But is it really worth the time, effort, and money?

How to get extra support from your school

After-school tutoring and conflict resolution are just two of the many ways schools can address the diverse needs of students.

What to ask when you're looking for a tutor

Hiring a tutor? 10 questions you must ask

Ask these 10 questions to access a tutoring agency

Asking the right questions can make all the difference in choosing a tutor for your child.

Bright ideas from our readers: Tutoring tips

Parents chime in with their tips on finding the best academic help for students.

How to find free tutoring for your child

How to find free and low-cost tutoring for your child

Depending on the state you live in, your child may qualify for government-funded, free tutoring. If you’re not in a state that offers free tutoring, you can still find free and low-cost help that will benefit your child.

Resources to help gifted students

Check out these useful links to learn about appropriate curriculum for gifted students and how to support your gifted child.

826 Valencia: a great example of giving to schools

Giving to schools can take many forms: volunteering, fundraising or even running for school board. A group called 826 Valencia is giving back by teaching kids that writing is fun.

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.