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Introduction to Motivation So you want to know how to motivate your child to succeed? You want how to motivate your students to succeed and stick with positive behaviors? However, what is motivation to a child? Motivation is the willingness…
Read full articleDid you know that April is Mathematics and Statistics Awareness Month? The Joint Policy Board for Mathematics (JPBM) celebrates Mathematics and Statistics Awareness Month every April in order to increase an understanding of and appreciation for math. Mathematics and Statistics…
Read full articleSchool is a place for learning and not for fun and games. Almost every elementary school student is familiar with this tired phrase. Maybe their parents have said it, or worse yet their teachers. Even afterschool activities such as recess,…
Read full articleVideo Games Versus Reading? With the demands of life, it’s hard to find time to sit down for more than 10 minutes, let alone find the time to read a book. Many of us would rather curl up on the…
Read full articleMath Worksheets: Necessary or…Not? As we venture through our education, it can be hard to imagine the importance of math outside of the classroom. Why is it important to complete math worksheets? How can we improve our math capabilities? Is…
Read full articleLet’s face it – we’re living in unprecedented times. With many school districts across the country extending spring breaks or teaching online for the foreseeable future, many parents and educators are finding themselves in a whole new world of schooling.…
Read full articleYou may have heard parents talking about their children being identified as “gifted” and wondered, “What does that mean? Is my child gifted?” According to Michigan State University, gifted children are described as “those who demonstrate outstanding levels of aptitude……
Read full articleAs you may know, enrichment programs like A Grade Ahead have been proven to produce very positive outcomes in students’ academic achievement. Enrichment academies are a great way for students to get a head start on school material and basic…
Read full articleKumon learning centers are located in every state in the United States and over 40 other countries around the world. It’s certainly a brand with name recognition, so it’s no wonder that parents consider Kumon when they search for an…
Read full articleSo, your child’s a writer. Yay! Having a child who loves writing is a great thing. Writing involves creativity, imagination, and the ability to form cohesive ideas together in a complete way. Children can bring these skills into any part…
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