Fido As Teacher: How Pets Teach Responsibility

Some parents cringe when their child begs for a pet. They think of all the work and responsibility it would entail, knowing full well they have their hands full already with their kids. Allowing your child to pitch in and care for a dog or cat will help both of you out, not to mention teach you both some important lessons in the process. Read on to learn more!

Kids Money Issues

Does it always seem like there's lots you want to buy, but you don't get enough allowance to pay for it all? Keep reading to learn about how you can budget your spending money while still saving some for a rainy day!

Tips for Teaching Kids How to Write

Writing is a skill that is used in all academic coursework as well as through a person's professional and personal life. Read on to learn how you can help teach your children how to write well.

Language Development in Kids Ages 6-8

Understanding the language development of your six, seven or eight year old child can be beneficial. Parents will be able to spot possible learning disabilities and seek treatment more quickly. This article will present an overview of language development for children ages 6-8.

Teach Your Child to Read Using the Neurological Impress Method

Teach your child to read the fun and surprisingly easy way using the Neurological Impress Method. The NIM works within your child's reading level to enhance the grasp of correct reading habits.

Ways to Teach Grammar to Students

Grammar is one of the hardest parts of writing to teach to students, and is the part that most students find uninteresting. This article lists three ways that teachers can try to make grammar fun for students.

How to Teach Voice in Middle School Writing

Voice is an important part of writing; without it, a person's writing will sound as stale as an encyclopedia article. This article gives a working definition of 'voice' in the writing process, and offers suggestions for including this technique in writing.

Teaching Reading to Older Kids Who Have Learning Disabilities

Learning disabled students struggle with math and reading, but socially they can be as developed as their classmates. Age appropriate settings and methods help older students who struggle with learning disabilities to acquire the math and reading skills they lack.

4 Tips for Kids on How to Read Text Book

A clear strategic approach to textbook reading will help any student get more out of the books they're using in school.

How Well Does the Teacher Teach?

There are a number of things parents need to watch for when deciding what school or class in which to enroll their children.