3 Ways To Help Your Kids Develop Strong Homework Habits

The earlier your child develops strong homework and study habits, the more prepared they will be for each grade. If you are hoping to get your child into a competitive private school program, demonstrable homework skills are especially important. Here are three ways to help your elementary school-aged child develop strong homework habits: Create the Space for Homework Children are affected by their environments, and many kids have a hard time buckling down and concentrating if their study space is loud, distracting, or chaotic. Read More 

After-Immigration Checklist: 3 Things To Do To Make Your Move To America Easier

After the immigration papers have been processed and you step off the plane for the first time, your journey in the United States is just beginning. Adjusting to living in a new country can be challenging, but there are four things you can do right away to give yourself an advantage as you make your new start.  1. Get a license to drive.  America is unique in that the country is so vast and cities are so spread out that it can very restricting if you are not able to drive. Read More 

3 Things To Remember When Packing Daycare Lunches For Your Child

If your child attends a daycare that requires you to send lunch along with your child each day, you might be unsure of what you should pack. After all, it might seem easy to whip up a simple yet healthy and tasty lunch for your toddler or small child when he or she is at home, but coming up with ideas to pack can be tough. Luckily, if you think about these three things when you're packing these lunches, you're sure to make the right choice every day. Read More 

Helping Dyslexia Students At Home

It's not exactly breaking news that dyslexia students often struggle in school. Add in another diagnosis (such as ADHD or dyscalculia), and the worry that you feel over your child's learning may be multiplied. That said, there are plenty of ways that your young student can learn and even succeed in school. Not only will your child's teachers help them (whether you're thinking about specialized ADHD schools, dyscalculia schools or a more traditional type of program at your local public school), but you can also help out at home. Read More 

Potty Training Your Preschool-Aged Child: 3 Helpful Tips

If you're a parent who's looking to start potty training your preschooler, you may already feel stressed and ill-prepared. While there's no one method of potty training that will work for every child, there are a few things you can keep in mind during your potty training journey starting with the three tips listed below. 1. Use Positive Reinforcement and Avoid Punishment for Accidents Toddlers and children learn best through positive reinforcement, so be sure to praise when praise is due, but avoid punishment for potty accidents. Read More