School and Learning

Searching for the best school in your area? Try these tips to evaluate teachers, curricula, and more.

One way to make sure your child's classroom is an engaging place is to join the PTA.

While homeschooling is a great option for lots of kids and families, take the time to explore all the options.

Some students are good at researching and writing papers, but fall short on tests. But a little extra support can make a big difference.

Homework doesn't always have to be assigned in school -- you can set aside time each day for your child to read or write.

Find out what it means to be a visual learner, and what kind of help many visual learners require.

Being left-handed in a right-handed world is a challenge. Here's some advice.

Our expert advises a mother whose children both have trouble with reading comprehension.

Is the rote memorization of math facts truly a necessary skill?

Since the range of what's "normal" in children in kindergarten is quite wide, concerned parents should seek a multidisciplinary evaluation.

It can be difficult to convince a teacher to accommodate your child's special needs. Work with the teacher, not against her.

There are lots of people and programs that can help someone with a learning disability that affects spelling and reading.

An inability to get words down on paper doesn't necessarily indicate a lack of intelligence. Here's how to help your child with penmanship.

For most children, preschool is beneficial. Here's why.

Most people with dyslexia find spelling extremely difficult, but the problem can be overcome.

Your child's Geselle score doesn't tell the whole story. Combine it with another assessment for an accurate picture of his development.

Expert advice on how to get kids to enjoy reading.

Advice for a teacher who feels oppressed by an overbearing administration.