It’s back to school time, parents! Starting a new school year can be stressful. The lazy days of summer are over and now kids have to go back to daily learning and homework! However, if students and parents prepare ahead …
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Outdoor Math Games for Elementary Students
Outdoor math games for elementary students can be played at recess or at home, and they offer a chance for the students to practice math skills in an engaging and fun way. And although choosing an interactive game that a …
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Could Free ACT and SAT Exams Benefit Low-Income Students?
College enrollment among lower income students has been an issue for years. High schools want their students to move on to college, but among lower income students, that has not been a reality. New research suggests that if states pay …
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3 Important Writing Skills to Improve Right Now
With anything someone decides to learn, there are easy concepts, and there are concepts that take more time, effort, and practice to master. English has many skills that cannot be taught within a few months of English lessons, especially when …
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7 Reasons Students Should Write Every Day
It seems that teachers are always talking about the importance of writing every day, but as with many things, when kids are hit with something they are not particularly fond of, the response to such recommendations might be something along …
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Helping Students Transition to Middle School
Preparing for middle school is an important step to a lifetime of learning. While elementary school puts more focus on the student, and high school focuses on the skills, middle school is when a student will decide the importance of …
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Summer Enrichment Activities: Nature Walk Ideas for Kids
If you’re looking for summer enrichment activities but want your children to spend more time outside, check out these nature walk ideas for kids. They’re great ways for the whole family to enjoy the outdoors while still learning. Summer Enrichment …
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What’s New at A Grade Ahead? July 2017
The last three months at A Grade Ahead have been a blur of activity for staff, students, and parents. We have had held graduation celebrations at our academies, introduced hands-on activities into our curriculum, launched our Parent Portal to all …
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4 Qualities of a Good Math Tutor
No matter what type of math tutor you choose for your child, the extra attention your child receives in tutoring sessions or enrichment classes can be beneficial. That attention can boost the child’s confidence, customize learning goals, and expand your …
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10 Reading Enrichment Activities for Elementary Students
Before I dive into listing some great reading enrichment activities for elementary students, I should probably take some time to discuss what exactly enrichment is. When we refer to enrichment in education, we are usually talking about activities that go …
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