Teaching Compassion When parents, teachers and experts talk about education, what typically come up are subjects like reading, writing, arithmetic. But research shows that growing the heart is key to the development of an altruistic, empathetic, kind human being. Features
- Choosing the Right Preschool
- How Montessori Promotes Mindful Learning
- How to Handle Your Stubborn Preschooler
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How Technology’s Transforming Teaching Classrooms everywhere are being disrupted like never before, not by misbehaving kids, but by expanding use of technology. It’s disruption through innovation — and it’s transforming how teachers teach and students learn. Features
- Kindergarten Readiness and Expectations
- Raising Good Decision Makers
- Protecting Kids' Health at School
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A Look at Different Kinds of 'Smart'Which child is smarter, your analytic daughter, who can unravel complicated math equations in a flash, or your adventurous son, who can leap rock to rock while twirling a light saber? If you guessed the math whiz, think again.Features
- Learning Disabilities: Warning Signs and Services
- Encouraging Girls in Math and Science
- Homeschooling and Technology
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Tips for boosting school achievementHere is one of today’s little secrets: Tweens and teens can become dependent on parents to the point that they fear they can’t make the grade without parental help. Here are six ways parents can get involved — without becoming a crutch.Features
- Setting Limits for Your Multitasking Teen
- The Teen Discipline Tightrope
- Tips for Managing Test Stress
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College Planning: The Benefits of Extracurricular Activities College entrance is more competitive than ever. Besides good grades, a challenging course load and strong SAT or ACT scores, high school students are hoping to use their extracurricular activities to help them stand out from the crowd.