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My 12 Year Old Son Has Recently Told Me That I Am Too Hard on Him..
Asked by N.P. from San Diego
on May 8, 2013
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My son is in the 6th grade, new middle school and the school year is almost over. During this school year he has been receiving a D in both social studies and math. ...
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- It is not excessive to expect your son, who otherwise has no learning disabilities that you are aware of, to receive decent grades. Of course he's going to say that y...
- I don't see why you would punish for bad grades. I also wouldn't gush about them or reward for them. Bribery and punishment are sides of the same coin. And neither is ...
- Well, to play devil's advocate: How much time do you spend with him? Does he come home to an empty house, or stay after school for aftercare? Any siblings? How muc...
How Do You Figure Out What Motivates Your Child?
Asked by M.L. from Washington DC
on July 17, 2012
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My DD is going into 1st grade in the fall. She did pretty well in Kindergarten, but through out the year I noticed she didn't like to read for me. It was a night tim...
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- I'd look for books on a topic she wants to know more about. I'd also try to find out if it's just reluctant to read or covering for a problem like eye trouble or dysle...
- Hi, Mom: Ask her why she doesn't like to read. After she tells you, and you figure out what it is, Ask her what would help her to practice more. Good luck. D.
- This doesn't have anything to do with reading, but with motivation. I had an "aha!" moment with my 8 year old this summer. Having some SUCCESS in something is what m...
How Does GT Work?
Asked by C.W. from Dallas
on October 22, 2010
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My daughter is 10 and in GT at school. I think the program is great and love her teacher. However, the class is a 45 minute pull out class. In all the time she's be...
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- Hmm, the only way to know is to speak with the teacher.. Pulling her out of math does not make sense unless they are pulling her out of "regular math" and teaching a m...
- I think you're going to have to get with the teacher on this because it seems different schools handle the gifted and talented programs differently. At my daughter...
- At our elementary school the GT students are pulled from class twice per week during non- core classes (no reading or math).
Gifted Child Skipped 1St but Thinking It Was a Bad Idea Now.
Asked by J.J. from South Bend
on January 26, 2011
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What would you do? Our child has been very gifted since 9 months of age. Reading very early, doing basic math by 4, and has an amazing photographic memory. During K...
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- I know many parents who waited to start their child in kindergarten or 1st grade (depending on the school system and what type of preschool they had access to). None ...
- Children - ESPECIALLY that young - need to be with their peers. If they are not, they will be socially crippled. They will not feel like they fit in. Please keep him w...
- You will likely get this teacher again... Maybe he would repeat 2nd grade. Have you looked into private schools
Don't Know How to Make the School Listen!
Asked by J.J. from Pocatello
on January 21, 2009
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Okay, I know this is similar to something I posted awhile back but I am lost. My nine year old son once again, didn't make his AR goal (by 2 points) and therefore will...
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- As far as the field trip goes, TAKE HIM YOURSELF. The school can not say anything if you choose to take your child out of school for one day and spend some one on one ...
- Hi J., Sorry to hear of your school problems. I know it can be frustrating dealing with the school system. Unfortunately, I can't give you any advice on how to make...
- Hi J.! I feel for you. I used to be a teacher (not staying at home) and to not have your school behind you can be very frustrating. First and foremost, YOU are the ...
Kumon Learning Centers - Worth the Investment?
Asked by L.E. from Pittsburgh
on June 20, 2012
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I'd be interested to hear from anyone who has enrolled their elementary-age child at a Kumon learnng center. Specifically, I'd love to know if you found the math curri...
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- my niece taught at Sylvan....so don't know if this applies to Kumon. Soooo, here's her take on her time w/ Sylvan: #1 verify & request a committed TOTAL class...
- I took one of my sons to Sylvan Learning Center and they did nothing but take my money. Their ads saying they will give you your money back is all smoke and mirrors. ...
- Its a lot of work on the parents to make sure they do the worksheets...mostly repetition so from my research works best in higher grades...i had put mine in K and the ...
Homework After School or After Dinner?
Asked by B.C. from Dallas
on August 31, 2010
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My 4th grader has a packet of homework to do before Thursday each week. It includes math, reading, writing, spelling words, etc. Afternoon seems the best time to do it...
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- after school is when we work on my daughters.
- AH, the eternal dilemma. One thing that i've learned is that homework is never-ending... and I mean never! If I started my kids on homework the minute they walk in the...
- Snack right when they walk in the door (10-15mins), then homework straightaway while their brains are still in "school" mode. If they do anything else before homework...
All Homeschooling Moms, HELP!
Asked by L.M. from Rochester
on August 7, 2008
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My youngest daughter is having trouble with her math. She is going into 3rd grade and as of last year was still using a number chart. We are trying to do flashcards ...
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- My kids struggled with learning math and spelling or other boring subjects until I made games of them. W-E S-P-E-L-L E-V-E-R-Y W-O-R-D or I would give a definition ...
- HI L., You can check out the websites funbrain.com for some online math games your daughter can play. I'd also recommend math-drills.com. I know that timed tests ...
- In addition to the other advice - make math part of your day, all day. In the grocery store, how many apples, how many oranges, therefore how many pieces of fruit? At ...
Ideas for Educational Gifts
Asked by S.C. from Chicago
on October 2, 2006
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I am looking for some kind of kids computer or toys that are educational for a 9 year old who needs extra practice with spelling, math, language etc. Does anyone know ...
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- I highly recommend the Reader Rabbit series. They have games for specific ages and subjects. We have several of them. They have several different age appropriate games...
- My 9 yr old niece has used Reader Rabbit since she was little and is so smart, we are now using them for my 20 month old daughter, she loves them too!
- I am a distributor of Discovery Toys. They are educational hands on toys that have a purpose to teach. Email me if you would like me to send you a catalog. Or - i...
Is This Correct for an Evaluation for Adhd
Asked by S.R. from Pittsburgh
on December 7, 2009
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My 8 year old daughter has ADHD and I have begun the prosses for a school elvaluation. I contacted the special ed director and asked some questions. Such as, "How long...
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- hello, you know your child more than anyone else, and if you feel that she is not doing so well in reading, and she hasn't for some time. i would request an iep an...
- Hi, S.: Check the web site at www.CHADD.org and talk to your local chapter coordinator and see what they can suggest to help you. Good luck. D.
- I totally agree with you. Your daughter could have a different diagnosis if she is observed in math class. Find out all the information you can about the evaluation ...
