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While homeschooling is a great option for lots of kids and families, take the time to explore all the options.

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Homework doesn't always have to be assigned in school -- you can set aside time each day for your child to read or write.

One way to make sure your child's classroom is an engaging place is to join the PTA.

The benefits to team-teaching are many.

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Teachers occasionally need to recommit themselves to finding teaching approaches that work.

An expert weighs in on public school versus private boarding school.

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Our expert suggests steps a mother can take to solve her son's problem of talking in class.

The best way to combat your child's learning difficulties is to team up with the teacher. Find tips on communicating with your child's teacher.

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Learn how to reconcile your child's grades with his academic placement.

There are steps parents can take both to enforce the IEP and to obtain compensatory services to make up for the lost services.

There is certainly a relationship between hearing and spelling, but it's not the only explanation for spelling difficulties.

Even if your local school doesn't offer a gifted program, you can challenge and nurture your gifted child.

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