The A Grade Ahead Blog
Enrichment ideas, learning strategies, book reviews, and stories from our academies — for parents and students alike.
Since the development of the standards, the Common Core has created much controversy. In fact, 45 states originally adopted the Common Core standards, but the number has now dwindled to 42 with some states currently under review of the Common…
Read full articleState standardized tests often seem like a daunting subject to tackle at first. With so much at stake, parents may feel overwhelmed with what these tests are in the first place and how they can help their children become successful…
Read full article“Does my child struggle in math? How much help does my child need? Could a tutor or an after-school teacher help him? Did I wait too long to enroll? Will my child ever catch up?” If these questions come up…
Read full articleWhen Raja Ganesh heard about MathWizard’s At Home Learning program at his temple, he thought it sounded like something that could help his son. While outstanding in math, Raja’s son Karthik wasn’t as strong in English, struggling with grammar and…
Read full articleReading at home is one of the best tools for learning English! Not only does reading at home improve comprehension and writing skills, but it also increases vocabulary. In fact, reading for just 10 minutes can expose kids to thousands of…
Read full articleTwo of the best silly phrases we first hear about are learned in kindergarten. We learn them early, but we use them forever. When we learned to count… One, two, buckle my shoe; Three, four, shut the door; Five, six, pick up…
Read full articleBefore I dive into a list of common English grammar mistakes to avoid at all costs, I’d actually like to start this post by saying that I’m actually not the biggest fan of the word “grammar.” Yes, you heard that…
Read full articleThe world of standardized testing is constantly evolving, and it can be difficult to navigate. There are, however, many resources available for parents and teachers anxious to know how to help their students excel at the many standardized tests given…
Read full articleMathWizard’s educational enrichment programs empower students to succeed in school and life through our advanced learning system that Promotes critical thinking Builds essential skills Enables students to excel at their own pace Cultivates a passion for learning Empowers students from…
Read full articleWhen your children are starting their first classes at a math learning center , it can be hard to know what you’re supposed to do. Do you drop them off like you would at school? Do they need their backpacks? What…
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