School and Learning

Punishment or requiring certain grades will not result in a student doing his best.

An expert disapproves of dangling rewards in front of kindergartners for participating and raising the most money.

There is no good scientific data to prove that wearing school uniforms in any grade leads to better academic performance or an improved school environment.

Our expert calls a teacher's recommendation of demotion to kindergarten after only a few days in first grade "irresponsible, unprofessional, and not in the overall best interests" of a child.

By FamilyEducation Editorial Staff

In this article, a mother explains why the choice to homeschool was the right one for her and her child.

What would your first-grader's day be like without a trip to the jungle gym? Learn why our family therapist hopes we never find out.

Instead of worrying about poor communication, a parent's major focus should be on whether her child is receiving a good education in a nurturing school.

A mother wonders if her seven-year-old son, who is a good student, should be retained for behavioral problems.

This article provides interesting facts on hurricanes and other powerful storms.

According to our expert, there is no reading level that a first grader should be at when school year begins.

A parent runs into trouble with the school principal when she tries to transfer her child to a new school.

When a school system tests kids for learning styles, they should provide an explanation of learning style theory and what learning styles they are inventorying.

Parents are the best judge of what their child is ready for -- cognitively, emotionally, physically, and socially.

Our expert suggests how a teen might go about making a tough decision.

If your child's transition to middle school is affecting her grades, there are ways you can help her.

This article lists five of the most important questions to ask your child's teacher at a conference.

Self-initiated learning can be thrilling and can bring a satisfying sense of accomplishment.

Class sizes and student/faculty ratio are significant, as is the amount of money the community spends per student for education.