by Amy LeForge | Nov 14, 2014 | Resources/Reviews
I’ve just finished reading the book Age of Opportunity – Lessons from the New Science of Adolescence by Laurence Steinberg, Ph.D. At 217 pages, it’s not an overly long book but it is absolutely packed with information. I did spend a lot of time...
by Amy LeForge | Mar 7, 2014 | Education
As a parent, you want your child to do well on their GCSE exams. You know that good scores could be important to their continued studies and future career. Of course, you want to help, but you may be unsure about how to do that. Don’t worry. You don’t need to be an...
by Amy LeForge | Jan 29, 2014 | Education
The SAT and PSAT standardized tests can create a substantial amount of stress in the lives of both high school students and their parents. People often become frozen when facing the fact that these tests play a big part in determining their educational future. Given...
by Amy LeForge | Jan 6, 2014 | Education
Going back to school after a 3-month vacation is certainly not easy. Considering that kids are used to playing all day long, it can be tricky for parents to make a whole different schedule for them. Make a plan with at least 2 weeks in advance to help your child get...
by Amy LeForge | Nov 18, 2013 | Education
To some, the word “grit” conveys determination and perseverance. To residents of rural areas of the U.S., “Grit” is a folksy magazine that caters to agrarian interests. Add the word “True,” and “Grit” is the title of John Wayne’s only Academy Award-winning...