The Value of Reading Magazines
All too often, parents and students, alike, believe that reading novels, especially classics, are the primary source for building and strengthening literacy skills. However, reading magazines are equally powerful and impactful in bolstering reading comprehension. There are many values placed on reading a wide selection of texts from diverse genres and disciplines. [Read More]
Happy New Year!
Dear Readers,
While we have committed to writing a blog post every Tuesday, today we are taking a break to celebrate the start of a new year! We are grateful for those of you who have followed us diligently week after week and we hope that our blog content has been informative and a valuable resource. When you find something great, you don’t want to forget to share it with others. Spread the word and share our blog with your family and friends. [Read more]
Bite Size Grammar Tip: How to Correctly Use a Semicolon
The semicolon is one of the most enigmatic punctuation marks. However, it is indispensible to writing complex, clear, and polished sentences. Once you understand the rules governing the use of semicolons, they will help your writing to sound more stylized and sophisticated. [Read more]
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is available to prospective students who are interested in receiving financial aid for colleges and universities, both public and private schools. The application is used to determine “Expected Family Contribution” (EFC) or the annual amount of money a student and his/her family can contribute towards college each year. Although colleges offer their own scholarships and other opportunities to help pay for educational costs, establishing a strong financial plan with your family will help your student to graduate as close to debt-free as possible. [Read more]
Fun Learning Activities for the Holiday Break
During winter break, students deserve a well-earned reprieve from homework and school responsibilities, but the holidays will come and go and in time, students will be returning to the classroom. To best prepare them for a seamless transition back to school while taking advantage of the opportunities that are available to them during this time, students and parents can do fun activities that also maintain and build upon academic skill sets. [Read more]
