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Reading & Writing

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Stages of writing development: Teach your child to write
By Peggy Kaye
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Which reading stage is your child in?
By Nancy Montgomery
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Learning milestones: Cognitive skills (kindergarten)
By Dana Sullivan Kilroy
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How long should I read aloud to my child each day?
By Elaine McEwan-Adkins, Ed.D.
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Fun activities to promote writing skills
By Holly Hanke
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Learning milestones: Reading and writing skills (first grade)
By Dana Sullivan Kilroy
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Fun activities to promote writing skills (grades 2 to 3)
By Holly Hanke
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Fun activities for advanced readers
By Maile Carpenter
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How to raise a child who loves to write
By Holly Hanke
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When is my child going to learn to read?
By Elaine McEwan-Adkins, Ed.D.
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How to choose the best books for your pre-reader
By Maile Carpenter
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How to make read-aloud time fun
By Betsy Bozdech
Children learning to read
Teach your child to read
By Peggy Kaye
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How your child learns to read
By Nancy Montgomery
two kids reading a book on pillows, under a blanket
Fun activities for early readers
Reviewed by Kelley Yost Abrams, Ph.D., developmental psychologist
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Quiz: Are you teaching your child to love reading?
By Nancy Montgomery
bookshelf with dozens of books
How to choose the best books for your reader
By Linda Murray
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How to make reading fun (ages 5 to 8)
By Maile Carpenter
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Fun activities to promote writing skills (K to 1)
By Holly Hanke
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How to raise a child who loves to write (K to 1)
By Holly Hanke
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Readiness & Starting School

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Public vs. private: Which is right for your child?
By Maureen Boland
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15 tips for getting the kids out the door fast and to school on time
By Amy Graff
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Is your child ready to start preschool or pre-k?
Reviewed by Kelley Yost Abrams, Ph.D., developmental psychologist
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How to spot your preschooler's hidden talents
By Nancy Montgomery
curly, sad looking girl in a jacket
How to help a shy child participate in school
Reviewed by Kelley Yost Abrams, Ph.D., developmental psychologist
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School project supplies: The essentials to keep on hand
By Linda Murray
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School types: The difference between public, private, magnet, charter, and more
By Maureen Boland
child on an art class, painting a mug with a brush
How to encourage your budding artist (ages 5 to 8)
By Sarah Henry
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First day of preschool: 5 tips for a successful start
Reviewed by Kelley Yost Abrams, Ph.D., developmental psychologist
boy writing on board
Does my child need to know the alphabet before going to kindergarten?
By Elaine McEwan-Adkins, Ed.D.
children in a classroom yelling, playing with pencils, not paying attention and writing things down
State curriculum guidelines: What your child is expected to learn each year
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Kindergarten readiness: Is your child ready for school?
By Darienne Hosley Stewart
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How to research the public schools in your area
By Maureen Boland
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How to support your child emotionally so she can learn
By Susan LaCroix
girl sitting in a chair reading a book and doing homework
How to encourage good homework habits (grade 2)
By Maile Carpenter
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How to prepare your child for preschool
By Dana Sullivan Kilroy
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How can I prepare my child for kindergarten?
By Linda Murray
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School fears: Why they happen and what to do
By Melanie Haiken
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How to support your child emotionally in school
By Susan LaCroix
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Countdown to kindergarten
By Leah Hennen
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Homework routine: What we do
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My child’s transition to kindergarten
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Speaking, Listening & Making Friends

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Can I help correct my child's lisp? (ages 3 to 4)
By Patricia McAleer-Hamaguchi, MA, CCCSLP
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Learning milestones: Cognitive skills (ages 3 and 4)
By Dana Sullivan Kilroy
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Fun activities to promote listening skills (ages 5 to 8)
By Holly Hanke
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How to raise an articulate child
By Holly Hanke
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How to raise a child who listens well
By Holly Hanke
mother hugging his son and reading a book to him
Fun activities to promote speaking skills
By Darienne Hosley Stewart
girl sitting at the desk and using phone to dial
Fun activities to promote listening skills
By Holly Hanke
Learning milestones: Language skills (ages 3 and 4)
By Dana Sullivan Kilroy
woman and the child writing together
How to raise an articulate child (grades 2 to 3)
By Holly Hanke
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How to raise an articulate child (K to 1)
By Holly Hanke
mother and son leaning on a fence
How can I help my child develop a good vocabulary? (grades 1 to 3)
By Elaine McEwan-Adkins, Ed.D.
children watching videos in a classroom
Should I worry if my grade-schooler seems to have a smaller vocabulary than other kids his age?
By Patricia McAleer-Hamaguchi, MA, CCCSLP

Working With Teachers

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What to do if your child is having behavior problems at school
By Ann Bartz
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Can I move my child to a different classroom?
By Guy Strickland
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My child is having a hard time adjusting to a strict teacher. What can I do?
By Alison Ehara-Brown, LCSW
What to do when you are unhappy with a public school teacher (K to 3)
By Melissa Byers
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The top preschool programs and how they differ
By Jhoanna Robledo
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How to get financial assistance for private school tuition
By Maureen Boland
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Can I move my child to a different classroom? (K to 3)
By Guy Strickland
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What should I do if I'm really unhappy with my child's school? (K to 3)
By Ellen Church, MS
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How to prepare for parent/teacher conferences (grades 1 to 3)
By Nancy Montgomery
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My child says she hates school. What should I do? (K to 3)
By Patty Wipfler
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How to tell if your child is happy at school
Reviewed by Jennifer Shu, M.D., FAAP, pediatrician
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The PTA: How it works, how to get involved
By Linda Murray
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Signs of a bad preschool
By Darienne Hosley Stewart
two children holding pencils and learning to write
How to find the best preschool for your child
By Betsy Bozdech
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How preschools differ from daycare centers
By Darienne Hosley Stewart
mother playing puzzles with her daughter
How to talk to a teacher about your concerns
By Maile Carpenter
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Punishment at school: How to protect your child
By Maile Carpenter
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How to build a good relationship with your child's teacher
By Maile Carpenter
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8 teacher tips for school success
By Paula Motte
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How do I choose the best preschool for my child?
By Patricia Henderson Shimm, M.A.

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