Posts from August, 2012

Students create their own ideas of themselves long before they reach their tweens. Clinical psychologist Lyndsay Elliot says children are creating a body image as young as 8 or 9. “We’re seeing a whole influx of kids being diagnosed with eating disorders, ...

You’ve had a long summer break free from early mornings and homework, but now you have to get back into the rhythm of things. We’ve looked at ways you can ease yourself back into your routine, but there are ways in which you can jumpstart your brain too. ...

Having a gifted child is certainly a blessing, but most North American education systems do not have sufficient means to challenge and accommodate a gifted student. Large class sizes and limited resources mean that teachers have to focus on the average ...

The SAT® and ACT tests are designed to gauge your college readiness. Getting into a good college can really give you the edge in your career, but preparing for the SAT® or ACT can be a very intimidating prospect. The first thing to remember is that you ...

Back to school is an expensive time for parents as you buy new clothing and supplies for the coming academic year. It can be tough on the wallet, especially in these difficult economic times. There are several ways in which you can mitigate the expenses of ...