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Reading becomes easier and more enjoyable for a child when he is reading the "just right book" for his style of learning.According to the Common Core State Standards, “To build a foundation for college and career readiness, students must read widely and...

September is just around the corner and soon it will be time to make that transition from the beach to the bus.Rade Gratton from Tutor Doctor Lake County and her daughter Mason join Studio A with tips on how to get your kids ready for the challenges of the...

If your child struggled through the last year and the school is recommending retention, there are some very important points to consider. Studies show that repeating a grade can be harmful for students and grade retention is one of the biggest predictors of...

Since 2010, 45 states, including California, have adopted the Common Core Standards. What is Common Core and what does it mean in relation to your child's education and readiness for the next grade level?What is is the "Common Core Standards"?A single set of...

Even if your child is old enough by the cut-off date for your elementary school’s enrollment, it’s more important to focus on their physical, social, and cognitive development to see if they are ready to start school.Parents understand that putting their...

The OLSAT may seem like just another in a long list of acronyms that pop up as you and your children continue on the path to college, but there can be tremendous value in those five letters. Here’s a brief primer to help demystify the OLSAT.What Is THE...

Parents' Guide to the Common Core - part IV - MathDo the posts on Facebook about math problems have you perplexed? Is your child in tears over their math homework? If so, you are NOT alone. Some current clients, as well as family members, are texting me...

Study skills and organizational skills do not come naturally; they are a learned ability that can help your students in their academic and personal lives. Unfortunately, with large class sizes and demanding curricula, most teachers barely have enough time to...

When your child’s school year is full of standardized tests and opportunities, you can easily become lost in the acronyms, results, and expectations. However, with the OLSAT approaching for our California area schools (March 9 & 10, 2016), it is wise to...

Bullying is a tough topic in parent and teacher circles. Conversations about kindness, concerns about bullying, and even judgements about parenting style fly at the playground and school pick-up line. When it comes down to it, parents of bullied kids need to...