Seasoned chef still perfecting his recipe for success
Once out of school, a dyslexic teen gained the confidence and motivation to reach his career goals.
Building my son's self-esteem
When my child was identified with LD, I worried about how I was going to build and maintain his self-esteem.
How can parents spot low self-esteem in their children?
An expert describes the signs and symptoms of low self-esteem in kids — and how to spot them in your child.
How can teachers foster self-esteem in children?
Teachers play an important role in nurturing a student's sense of dignity and self-worth.
Spinning in my head
A seventh grader with a learning disability explains how he gets into the good zone when things are spinning in his head.
Testing in North Carolina: an overview
A GreatSchools guide to standardized tests.
Young teen's dilemma: too old for camp, too young to work
There are exciting alternatives for middle-schoolers and young high-schoolers who are too old for day camp but too young to be left alone.
Learning to read or reading to learn: when to intervene
Parents often wonder if early intervention will solve all reading problems, or whether new skills are needed after third grade. An expert answers these questions.
Developing reading skills in young children
Dr. Reid Lyon discusses how children develop reading skills and what parents can do to help.
No more dodge ball: what's new in PE?
Elementary school physical education used to be made up of dodge ball and annual fitness tests. At a number of schools today, it's being reinvented.
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