Making bread:a tasty way to do science
Making bread provides opportunities to measure, question and observe.
Poor reading skills drive new federal initiatives
New federal initiatives aim to improve early reading instruction in schools across the country.
Pen pal projects mix learning and fun for kids with special needs
Kids of all ages and abilities can enjoy corresponding with a pen pal. Find out how to get started.
Passionate economist finds strength and humanity in her dyslexia
Top economist Diane Swonk reflects on how having dyslexia has made her stronger - and more human.
Partnering with the teacher when your child has LD
If your child has learning or attention difficulties, it really pays to take a few minutes early in the school year to introduce yourself and your child to his new teacher.
Parents' top tips for surviving homework鈥� without tears
Get homework off your most dreaded list with seasoned advice from parents of elementary students.
How to keep reading with your child
How you can help at home: Support your fourth- or fifth-grader's reading skills by reading aloud, listening to your child read and discussing vocabulary.
10 tips for helping a discouraged child
Parents of kids with learning disabilities or ADHD share their strategies for helping a child make a fresh start.
Parents' top tips for managing interpersonal conflict as you advocate for your child
Parents share tried-and-true tips for managing conflict with others when advocating for your child.
Follow a recipe
How you can help at home: Cooking with your child helps build skills in reading directions and measurement.
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