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… to your child's favorite museum or visit a new one. Schedule an evening at the ballet, opera, concert or theater. Take a trip to a near- by music or Shakespearean festival. - Even a visit to the…
… some extra help in math, but you were never good with numbers. Or, Junior is having trouble suc- ceeding on tests, and you're not sure what to do. Extra help is on the way — in the form of private tutors…
… school side of your child's life . even if he's doing well. Volunteering time in the classroom to help with pro- jects or to offer tutoring is one of the best ways to be a part of your child's at…
…Greg's SHOES for Back-to-School the Biggest and the Best Selection Expertly Fit! • - • • ( ‘,D I favor by teaching him to study efficiently. Instead of just plowing through chapters, for exam…
…- ple, many experts say that a child should read the review questions at the end of the chapter, then skim the chapter for key ideas and words before actually reading it. Older students need to be good…
… critical thinkers as well as good note takers. Help your student evaluate and analyze what he has read by asking stimulating questions and encourage him to focus on key ideas and concepts by repeating them…
… privileges when adequate time is spent on study. Not all learning takes place at a desk. Thus, parents should look for ways to provide out-of- classroom learning experiences. Some examples? Plan a field trip…
… library can be a learning experience. Schedule a tour of the facili- ty, spend time helping your child research his favorite animal or hobby, or simply go with him to check out a new book. Your child needs…
… from self- help books such as Ron Fry's How to Study (Career Press, 1991), Where Do I Put the Decimal Point by Elisabeth Ruedy and Sue Nirenberg (Avon, 1990) and 1001 Ways to Improve Your Child…
… skills from homework, parents should strive to take an interested, but back-seat approach. In other words, don't just do the homework yourself when the going gets tough and avoid getting in over your head…

















































