No More Teachers, No More Books…. Last Month of School Year is a Time to Prepare for Transition

MARK KANCE

The academic year is about to come to a close. For students, teachers and parents alike, the last weeks of school can be both exciting and challenging. Students are looking forward to the summer break and, as a result, their interest in schoolwork may wane. Teachers have just completed the strenuous state assessment tests and now have a classroom of students more interested in summer than science. For parents, the end of one school year signals the impending start of another one. So, how do you ensure your child is ready to tackle the next grade?

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All Children Can Succeed At Math

MARK KANCE

Are some students destined to struggle with mathematics because they’re inherently “not good at math?” The answer is no! A study from National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) shows that everyone can succeed at math. Here are some tips on how to achieve success in mathematics.

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Car Seat Safety Tips

LESLIE GREENBERG

At some point in time, every parent must deal with the often daunting tasks of purchasing and installing a car seat.  In the last year, the American Academy of Pediatrics altered its recommendations regarding car seat safety, with the most notable change of having all children sit rear facing until the age of two.  Car seat safety is an important part of the anticipatory guidance offered by your pediatrician, and this article will hopefully provide some helpful tips.

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