How to Get Students to Volunteer (Without Nagging!)
“Who wants to come out and pick up trash in our neighborhood Saturday morning?” a bright and eager teacher asked a class of 9th graders. While a few dedicated students might show up, most probably…
Category Archives: Academics
Building Self-Esteem and Self-Confidence in Children
Natalie is a high school teenager who believes she is not smart enough. Her parents noticed her self-esteem is low and want to help her regain her confidence. Stories like Natalie’s are not uncommon in…
5 Organizing Hacks Perfect for Back to School
Back to school means an influx of after-school activities and lots of 'stuff'. Here are a few ideas to keep your family organized.
6 Business Ideas for Enterprising Kids
Encouraging kids to think like entrepreneurs teaches them long-lasting lessons about the value of hard work, careful planning, and creativity. By Melanie Hargrave We all remember sitting at the end of our driveways at a…
Outdoor Activities for Earth Day
Getting outside is healthy for the body and the mind. This Earth Day, why not get the whole family outdoors for some memorable adventures? By Wendy Chou Research has shown that getting outside keeps kids…
Tips and Resources for Young Writers at Any Age
ActivityHero shares the insights of writing professionals who work with kindergarteners through high schoolers. With these tips, parents can help support kids’ writing goals. By Wendy Chou Writing is a key life skill that engages and…
18 Seasons to Harvest Compassion
Help your family grow compassion and harvest the benefits of community service.
Preparing for elementary school tours and open house
Get the most out of your school tour or open house with these tips from education experts and parents You’ll find a lot of private schools offering open houses and tours in October and November. Even…
5 Tips That Helped Me Succeed in High School ~
High school can be stressful! Here, a recent grad shares 5 practical tips helped her define high school success and achieve meaningful goals.
Expert Tips to Ease the Back-to-School Transition ~
Don't just muddle through the first weeks of school. Use these clever strategies from after-school teachers to help kids (and you) hit the ground running!
17 Movies, Books & More About School
Whatever their thoughts on school, kids identify with these books, movies, apps, and TV shows about students learning life lessons in the classroom.
4 Tips To Beat Summer Brain Drain
Research shows that summer brain drain is real -- kids can fall behind academically during the long summer vacation. Here, 4 practical tips that can help.
14 Books, Movies & Apps That Teach Toddlers About Friendship
Toddlers learn how to be a good friend by watching and imitating others. They'll find an assortment of positive examples in these books, shows, and more.
When Kids Aren’t Getting What They Need at School
Want homework help? Solid study skills? Better test scores? Here, experts offer insights to help you find the right academic programs for your kids.
End the Homework Wars: Secrets From an After School Expert
Ready to stop fighting about homework? Here, an expert in the field of, yes, homework, offers her best tips for getting it done.