Your Child's School

Lack of developmental readiness is the best reason to hold a child back.

Here's how to reconcile differing opinions on your child's behavior.

It is important that children get the help they need to behave appropriately at school.

Learn what parents can do to help children perform to the best of their ability on standardized tests.

Most seventh-graders don't care about grades. There are other markers to look for, such as how a child tests, and how happy she is.

Find information about the Ravens Intelligence Test.

When a child stops trying in school, parents need to remember that it is their child's responsibility to pass -- not theirs.

There are logical steps a parent can take when his eighth-grader refuses to do his homework.

Find the questions to consider when evaluating a middle school.

Find ways to support and help a child in a difficult school environment.

While there's obviously nothing wrong with a child being social, you do need to teach him not to interrupt the teacher.

Learn what you can do to figure out what's causing your child's failing grades.

If your child has a bad attitude in school, it's time to plan a conference.

Our expert finds fault with a school's recommendation that a youngster repeat fifth grade for the third time.

Take a quiz to see if you know what your child will be learning in her classroom.

Head off academic problems before they throw your child off course. Plus, get learning activities, games, and downloads.

Find ideas on how to help a child become a better test-taker.

Underlying emotional difficulties can contribute to a child's poor performance in school.