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Your 1st grader probably doesn't enjoy sitting in one place for very long, especially when it comes to learning his or her 1st grade math.

After some lazy days in Kindergarten and surviving a summer, it's time to get your six year old ready for first grade. Here's some tips on how to do it and not break your bank or their hearts.

having your child repeat a grade is one of the hardest decisions a parent could make but sometimes it is neccessary

It was nothing like Kindergarten, every body seemed so much smarter.

I was diagnosed with amblyopia at the age of 7. Sometime during the 1st grade, the school tested our vision. With one eye, I was able to read the chart down to the very last line. But then it came time to test the other eye. I could not even see the famous big E.

Safety 1st makes great products for kids at inexpensive prices.

As if anyone is actually surprised, the Royals have once again fallen into last place before the All Star break in the 2007 season.

grew up in a small town and was raised by a single parent who kept me very sheltered. I was a loner for the most part. Outwardly, I was shy but people who knew me well came to know me as someone who loved to have fun with a sense of humor and adventure.

I am the mother of two gifted and talented children. I homeschooled one of them 2nd grade through high school graduation. My younger son attends a charter school. His experience has given me some valuable insights.

Why must we alow our children to fall so far behind before the schools reach out and help them? Why must we, as parents become the bad guys, fighting for our childrens right to an education?

My experience with having a selectively mute child.

My pet peeve of the day, the week and so far, the year is the way society tries to "fix" things with "letter diagnosis"...and "meds".

What I went through to get my son who has ADHD the best possible education

You can find coloring pages, cliparts, worksheets & more stuff here.

A guide to help the best man, maid of honor, family members, friends and others develop toasts the happy couple will be happy to hear - as opposed to those you'll wish you never uttered!

An investigation of the phenomenon of ebonics as a cultural derivative of Standard English.

Struggling kindergarten student beats the odds, and learns how to read in less than 60 days.

This is the true story of a murder in a small-town apartment complex, the victim being my next-door neighbor.

An overview of the options available to ESL teachers wanting to come to Korea.

An in depth interview with graphic designer and fine artist, Mr. Soul.

Who would have expected that a little girl born in 1938 in Communist Romania would grow up to not only be a model herself, but to also own and operate a modeling school in the United States? I'm talking about Nina Grill of Charmaine School & Model Agency.

My son absolutely loves going to school everyday at Meeting Street!

The topic of Freeganism hit the mainstream when the Oprah Winfrey show aired a show focusing on the subject, but Freegans been around for years. Marko Manriquez is host of Freegan Kitchen. He teaches Freegans how to create safe, delicious meals found by dumpster diving.

Well researched article featuring 8 original birthday party ideas for children. These are venues not normally frequented by kids. From sliding through a shark tank to creating green glowing water, these programs promise an unforgettable experience.

When I was in kindergarten I remember learning the simple things like my ABC's and 123's, how to write my name and those basic three letter words. I remember learning about manners, how to get along and the basic knowledge of right from wrong and the good and the bad.

Cub Scout youth enjoy many fun activities including performing skits for family, guests and each other.

Details service learning that took place at Groveland Elementary School (St. Paul, MN) and compares observations with literature on the subject of integration. Conclusively calls for revision based on socioeconomics as opposed to traditional race-based initiatives.

An interview with sci-fi & horror genre actor, Carel Struycken. He is best known as Lurch, the giant butler, in the 1990s "The Addams Family" movies. He is also well-known for his recurring role as Mr. Homn in "Star Trek: TNG."

This year, however, I decided to put my daughter in a private school. I was a little nervous to see how I measured up.

An in depth look at what makes men and women different from a gender roles viewpoint.

In this I will show you a couple tricks to getting your child eating there food groups. School lunches are not very good for your child's health and are sometimes modified.

If you enjoy hip-hop, no doubt you've noticed certain trends that continue to pop up in a variety of albums. In no time, you too can be throwin' bows and ridin' spinnas, just follow my easy hip-hop template!

Standardized testing is a great way to improve the education our children receive, right? Wrong. So very, very wrong...Read on to find out what these tests our doing to our schools and ultimately, our society.

Northern Nevada is a wonderful area with plenty of fun year round offerings to entertain and delight. Here are a few things you may want to check out if you are in the area around Halloween time.

Looking to teach your children math? Saxon offers a hands-on approach for visual and kinesthetic learners.

Atlanta children are suffering from not being read to. According to an Atlanta INtown report, low-income households' first graders are read to only a fractional amount of time in comparison to children from high-income households. This must be addressed.

Educational software will make learning to read fun for your pre-k child.

This article will outline a plan for fixing the educational system in the United States.

Children with impulse control issues such as those with ADD/ADHD are not a reflection of bad parenting and trusting in science does not mean you are a weak parent. Learn from my experiences for a smoother family life and more successes for your child.

Are you tired of dragging your fake tree out of its 11-month hibernation? Fussing with those color-coded tabs to match up to the center pole, then pulling and tugging the plastic and metal into place, and not lets not forget to spray on the �pine scent'.

I asked my coworkers what was their Favorite Unique Christmas Gifts, here are their responses:

A review of Fox's new show "Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader". You can't miss this show.

The key to aging gracefully is to be proud of your age without being confined to looking your age.

Summer is almost here and that means kids will be driving you crazy to go to camp. If you live in Virginia you should check out some of these camps for the kids.

This article gives you a personal perspective of homeschooling your children. This gives the reader an opportunity to hear about the conventiona method of education versus an alternate method.

Foucalt's Penonpticon in "The Demolished Man"

In our constant barrage of facts and figures, a well-formed thought is more valuable than ever.

Through The Eyes Of A Mother: Dealing With ASPERGER'S SYNDROME

In this series, I will describe my various experiences in demanding better from our public school system.

Schools depend on fundraisers to earn money for various events and equipment. Here are 5 ideas that could help earn money for YOUR school.