Tutoring tip:

Does your child already have a tutor? If so, ask the tutor what you can be doing at home to reinforce knowledge and skills. When learning is a part of home, school, and tutoring, it becomes relevant and important.

ALERT: Students are Failing Algebra at an Alarming Rate

Students are failing algebra at an alarming rate and this problem reaches far beyond a disappointing report card. Find out if your 7th or 8th grader is ready for algebra by taking a free readiness checkup http://bit.ly/oDAxXo

A tip for teaching self discipline:

 A tip for teaching self discipline: Be a role model. Show that you’ve learned self-control, that you manage yourself with discipline for your work. Make plenty of time for play, but when it’s time for your responsibilities, show that you’re dependable and in charge. Kids learn from watching us.

Try doing just a page per day - for free!

Try doing just a page per day - for free! Print off the workbook pages, a customizable page per day calendar, school-success tips and more! http://www.randomhouse.com/sylvanlearningbookstore/page_per_day/index.php

A Note on Friendships

Friendships are kids’ most urgent interests as they get older. Maintaining friendships is a learned skill, and kids need a sympathetic ear to sort things out. Be that person. You don’t need answers. Just be there.

A tip for school success:

Participating in class is a valuable way to extend your knowledge. Raise your hand, give your informed opinion, ask your genuine questions, and engage others. A deeper understanding of the material will follow.

A tip for school success:

See how many ways you can apply what you’re learning in school to “real life.”

Help your child

Insist that your child has good classroom habits. Listens attentively, participates regularly, follows rules, respects others, and behaves appropriately. Life in school will be so much easier!

Is Your Child Ready for Algebra?

Students are failing algebra at an alarming rate and this problem reaches far beyond a disappointing report card. Find out if your 7th or 8th grader is ready for algebra by taking a free readiness checkup http://bit.ly/oDAxXo

Encouraging your child

Encouraging children to read helps transform reading from a basic skill to a learned behavior and an intellectual habit. Here's a list of 10 ways to help your child become a reading success http://bit.ly/qk7icP

Sylvan Star

Math teacher and Sylvan Star, Kelsey Buchanan:   Sylvan gave me the confidence to fully embrace mathematics.  Working one to one with the instructors really opened my eyes and my mind to the wonderful world of math. http://sylvanstars.com/kelsey-buchanan

Quote of the Day

"The first requisite of success is the ability to apply your physical and mental energies to one problem without growing weary." Thomas Edison

Quote of the Day

"Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement, nothing can be done without hope and confidence." Helen Keller

Getting to know your child

Music, cooking, reading and crafts are just a few hobby ideas. What are some of your child's hobbies?

Robert Tate Former Sylvan Student and NFL Player

Former NFL Player and Sylvan Star, Robert Tate, "Sylvan Learning Center was the best thing that could have happened to me. If I can advise anyone who is struggling with their grades, I would recommend you pick Sylvan or let Sylvan pick you." For Robert's full story visit http://bit.ly/fBiHDt

Saturday is national punctuation day!

Here's a fun game to celebrate - unscramble the words to form a question:  watch do like to movies you ?

It's Library Card Month!

Celebrate by helping your child sign-up for their first library card. Learn more here: http://www.ilovelibraries.org/librarycard/

It's National School Success Month!

Do you volunteer at your child's school?

Encourage

Provide rewards and consequences for your child.  It's okay to have age-appropriate rewards when kids reach goals.  Encourage them, support them, and nag them when necessary!

A back to school tip

Review regularly.  Ask your child what they're learning, reading, writing about.  How’s it coming on that assignment due next week?  What did you learn today?  Expect conversation, not just one word answers.  Remember, be patient! 

A tip for a successful school year

Stay positive.  This is true for parents and students alike.  There will be good days and weeks, and there will be not-so-good ones.  Keep it all in balanced perspective.

It's Library Card Month!

Celebrate by helping your child sign-up for their first library card. Learn more here: http://www.ilovelibraries.org/librarycard/

Tomorrow is Women's Equality Day!

A day to commemorate the 1920 passage of the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution which gave U.S. women the right to vote.

A summer learning tip:

Hold a spelling bee outside. Have your children write the words on the sidewalk using chalk. They can easily erase any mistakes!

Fun time!

Remember to turn downtime into learning time. What fun games do you play with your kids when you're stuck in traffic?

Back to School Tip:

Before school starts, help your children navigate the academic and emotional transitions of the middle and high school years by ensuring you understand what your teens are going through. Receive a free parent resource guide here: http://bit.ly/iKC594

A summer tip:

Turn a trip to the beach into a math lesson! Bring measuring cups and a one quart container with you. Teach your child about measurement using sand or water.

Money wise:

Open a savings account with your child & watch the amount rise with deposits & interest. Discuss the advantages of saving for a rainy day!

A fun summer idea:

Teach your child how to take pictures. Make a scrapbook and have your child write captions for each picture

Parents - Back to School!!

August is a great month to start setting healthy and helpful routines for the new school year. These include times for mornings (breakfast), after school (homework), evenings (family and fun) and bedtime. These routines become rhythms, necessary for children, adults, and families!

A summer learning tip

Hold a spelling bee outside. Have your children write the words on the sidewalk using chalk. They can easily erase any mistakes!

Keep your mind sharp!

We're well into summer! Here's a question to help keep your mind sharp: What is the antonym of the word 'synonym'?

Happy Birthday to Beatrix Potter

Happy Birthday to Beatrix Potter, author of the children's book "Peter Rabbit". Have your child read the book and take the quiz on BookAdventure.com to earn prizes! http://www.bookadventure.com/

Prepare Your Child

Prepare your child for the next grade level this summer. Look for books and activities that relate to their upcoming course work.

Math Tips

A quick math tip: Encourage your child to solve math problems in multiple ways & to switch strategies if their first attempt does not get them to a solution.

Essay Ideas

Writing a great essay can be difficult. Here's a five-part formula to get you on the right track: http://tutoring.sylvanlearning.com/essay_writing_tips.cfm

Question

What does a Googol mean? Hint: We're not talking about the website, It's related to Math!

Camping Fun

If your child has a book to read for class, read it too. Set aside time to read some of it aloud together and talk about it.

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If your child has a book to read for class, read it too. Set aside time to read some of it aloud together and talk about it.