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Building a Better Student: Life’s Buffet

Consider a typical week in the life of Taylor – and I intentionally chose a unisex name, because this story applies to both girls and boys. Taylor either expressed an interest in a particular sport at an early age, or was deemed to have exceptional skills in...

Education Options: Homeschool vs. Private Education

As parents and guardians, it’s natural for us to want the best education possible for our children. But with such a range of schooling options available nowadays – homeschooling, state school, private school, Steiner school, unschooling – which should you...

Building a Better Student: Standardized Kids

A friend of mine writes terrific children’s books, with multiple bestsellers and a loyal fan base. Recently he found himself embroiled in a dispute with an editor who claimed that his latest work contained language “too advanced for the target audience.” My friend...