The Best Age to Hold Back Your Child
Kindergarten and first grade are the best times to hold back a child. read more
March 14, 2001
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The Geselle Test
Your child's Geselle score doesn't tell the whole story. Combine it with another assessment for an accurate picture of his development. read more
August 17, 1998
The Problems with Retention
Although repeating a grade can initially help a child academically, sometimes doing so can have far-reaching effects. read more
May 14, 2001
Thirteen-Year-Old Boy Is Slow to Mature
When a child is lagging in his academic developmental level, his parents should ask the school to test him for learning disabilities and then devise a... read more
November 19, 2001
Thirteen-Year-Old Lacks Motivation
All children are motivated. The real task is to find out what motivates them. read more
January 15, 2002
Too Much Homework
What can you do when your spouse makes unrealistic study and homework rules for the kids? read more
February 28, 2000
Twelve-Year-Old Hates School
Your daughter cares less than you do about her success in school, and until she cares there really isn't any way for you to change her. read more
November 28, 2001
Uncomfortable School Situation
Find ways to support and help a child in a difficult school environment. read more
February 19, 2001
Unmotivated 15-Year-Old
An expert responds to a mother's concerns about her daughter's lack of academic motivation. read more
August 17, 1998
Unmotivated Child Upsets Mother
When a child stops trying in school, parents need to remember that it is their child's responsibility to pass -- not theirs. read more
February 19, 2001
Unmotivated Son Is Failing in School
The best way to help an unmotivated child is to find out why he isn't motivated. read more
April 5, 2000
Unresponsive School Staff
When you can't get school staff to respond, write the board of education and send a copy to the school principal. read more
August 17, 1998