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Work from Home
Asked by S.M. from El Paso
on May 3, 2011
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Hello everyone!
I'm a single mom and looking for a part time job that I can do from home. Any ideas? I have a BA in History and taught high school social studies in...
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- I work at home, part time (I have a two year old and a 5 weeks old so no time for anything else). I also used to be a teacher but I had trouble finding reliable, well ...
- www.ratracerebellion.com free website that scopes legit work at home jobs. I have recently seen some tutoring job openings on it. Good luck
- I am a freelance writer and editor, but I got into it through my existing professional contacts after many years in the profession. I work part-time, but my kids have ...
Help in Preparing My Daughter for Kindergarten
Asked by W.S. from Chicago
on May 7, 2008
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Moms,
I want to do what I can to prepare my 4 yr old for Kindergarten this Fall.
Her pre-school teachers have expressed concern because she is not totally up to ...
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- I teach second grade but I have taught kindergarten in the past. My suggestion would be to go to the dollar tree and pick up a few workbooks that are leveled either K...
- Hi W.~ I agree with another poster--I too suggest picking up some workbooks that are designed for her age. I pick them up regularly for my son, who will also begin ki...
- If she uses the computer at all, try www.starfall.com. It is a great educational website. I used to buy pads of paper that had lines on it or use just plain white pape...
A Question for 3Rd Grade Teachers/parents
Asked by B.C. from Dallas
on February 25, 2010
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My 9 year old is struggling a lot in math this year. She scored a 19 on her benchmark TAKS pre-test. Her report card grades are OK. She made one A, 3 Bs, and a C. But ...
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- Third grade is a very challenging year. I have taught many grades, and I think this is the year that I have seen the most kids begin to struggle. The general rule is...
- I have also taught third grade (as well as other grades) and agree with Jenn S. Third grade is one of the hardest grades kids go through and the odd years are introdu...
- When my son was in third grade, I had to check over all his homework with him every night and sign or initial every piece of paper that was turned in. If parents did ...
Were You or Your Child Held Back in School?
Asked by A.S. from Canton
on October 23, 2011
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I posted before about my 3rd grader struggling. I did find a tutor. She starts next month. I am curious if anyone has been held back a grade, how it affected you? A...
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- I was held back in 3rd grade because I didn't know my multiplications. Which I probably could have learned during the summer and moved on with my friends. (and I did l...
- I was held back in first grade but it was when we moved. I did first in one school and then when I moved they put me back in first. I was small and born 3 days befor...
- Have this child tested for learning disabilities, she should not be flunking every test. She sounds like she may have some issues. A lot of schools won't even test the...
Second Grader Struggling in School
Asked by N.R. from Elkhart
on January 25, 2008
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I just got my son's second semester report card...YIKES!! His reading grade dropped from a C to a D+. I read with my son all the time but it doesn't seem to be helping...
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- Hi N., I'm a former teacher and current tutor who now stays home with my little one. I think the best thing you can do to help your son is to work to increase his ph...
- everyone keeps saying to talk to the teacher and get him tested-- both good advice but I am assuming you have talked to the teacher and getting tested at school could ...
- Did he learn by rote or by phonics. I had a brother that was taught to read by rote. My mother read to all of us every night and he could read to her no problem. Af...
9 Year Old Son Struggles with Benchmark Testing
Asked by M.S. from Greensboro
on January 25, 2012
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I have a 9 year old son who is happy and exuberant and does sometime have issues concentrating, especially when exciting things are going on like upcoming holidays etc...
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- the difficulty he is having may be related to the importance that is placed (by others) on performance on these exams rather than on regular tests etc. Perhaps his tea...
- Try to make it a non issue for him. Let him know it's 'just a test'. You and I know it's more than that, but take the pressure off of him. He'll do just fine.
- Release any & all pressure. Tell him to do his best. Give him a good breakfast & 3 sharpened pencils on the mornings of the test. Seriously, let this go. He's 9....
Seeking Reputable Preschool in East Northport Area Non Religious
Asked by K.S. from New York
on May 31, 2008
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My daughter just turned 3 this May and I am interested in sending her to preschool in September. Probably to start off with just a few days a week. However- she is not...
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- Island Kids is GREAT!! You should check it out and see what they have to offer. N.
- Northport Nursery School (on Laurel Hill Rd.) is the best one in the area (I have interviewed 40 schools!). They have teachers that have been there for a long time. ...
- The tutor time in East Northport is really good. They are accredited, which makes them better than most. They have to follow a higher standard, and do not only have ...
Can Someone Else Homeschool My Child?
Asked by L.M. from Chicago
on October 28, 2009
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I am very interested in homeschooling. I would do it in a minute if I wasn't the sole income for my household. I don't want my 7 y.o. - 1st grade daughter in the publi...
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- Hello L. M: After reading your request, I searched at google and there are several mothers who homeschool and advertise at google to make the group bigger. It is a...
- I am only contributing info on the cost factor because I don't know of anyone who has done this, but you mentioned the cost of just a tutor would be too high. I would ...
- There are tons of resources in your area. A friend of mine home schools her kids & they go somewhere called the "Green House" for other, bigger lessons. You might chec...
How was your experience with Kumon Program?
Asked by R.N. from Salt Lake City
on May 20, 2009
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Hello Mommies:
I am doing some research into summer programs for my 9 year old. He has struggled with math this year a lot. I hope to keep him up to grade level ove...
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- You can also supplement it, without having to tutor. Apply math to real-world situations. For example, when you're going to something that charges, tell him "it costs ...
- It sounds like he's struggling a bit. Check out www.interactivemetronome.com It doesn't hide the problem by extra tutoring, it fixes the problem so learning is easie...
- my nephew did Kumon and it was great. We did a different program which no longer exists unfortunately, but I've heard wonderful things about Kumon.
Teacher Is Suggesting My 5 Yr Old Repeat Kindergarten
Asked by R.R. from Salinas
on March 13, 2008
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Hello everyone. I have a 5 year old (6 in June) who will be done with Kindergarten in June. He is struggling a little with reading and phonics. Mostly letter sounds, w...
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- Hello there, I have a struggling Junior in high school that was a September 2nd 5 year old Kindergarten student that had been suggested we hold another year back, due...
- Have you tried Leapfrog Learning Videos (Letter Factory, Word Factory, Storybook Factory)? They are available at Costco currently. My son had a slow start at Reading...
- Hi R., My birthday is late August so I was always one of the youngest. I was also a first grade teacher (before kids). I vote to follow your instincts and send him to...
