Reading Difficulties and Retention
Our expert questions a school counselor's recommendation of retention for a fourth-grader. read more
April 24, 2000
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Results Matter
It's great when teachers offer struggling students extra help, but make sure you see the results yourself. read more
April 17, 2001
Retention or Promotion
Are irresponsibility and distraction reasons to retain a child? read more
August 17, 1998
Seventh-Grader Fails to Turn in Homework
There are several things you can do to help your child remember to turn in his schoolwork, but he will have to accept the responsibility. read more
November 19, 2001
Seventh-Grader Falling Through the Cracks
What should a parent do when her child's grades plummet from A's and B's to D's? read more
September 30, 1998
Seventh-Grader Isn't Motivated
It's important to enjoy your child's growing up process and to accept him as he is. Praise his achievements and give him help when he needs it, but do... read more
January 15, 2002
Should Gifted Daughter Skip into Middle School?
Skipping a child a year means that she will always be one of the youngest students in her class, which may be difficult for her. read more
August 21, 2001
Should My Son Skip a Grade?
Skipping a grade raises issues down the road for boys. read more
March 19, 2001
Doodling and Dawdling
Some children get distracted during classtime. It can be a problem -- even if their grades aren't affected. read more
June 8, 2001
Effective Rewards
It's not enough simply to reward your child for good grades or behavior. Work with him to decide what the rewards should be. read more
November 20, 2001