Grade Level

Unless you attended a small rural school, you were likely instructed only at your grade level. In 2nd grade maybe you learned beginning grammar.

How homeschooling parents can help their children get up to grade level.

Everyone can agree that our public education system is broken and failing our American students. Unfortunately few can agree on what should be done. One problem concerning our education system is the use of promotion and retention of students

Summer activity books are a great way to keep your child learning and get them ready for their next grade level. Over the summer children often do not think about school or practice things they had learned throughout the year.

While all of the work that the kids have been doing has increased their knowledge and skills, the testing seems to make them a little bit nervous, so we have a 4-week plan for testing.

This article discusses five methods for determining grade level of reading texts.

Schools across the nation are changing their grading systems from the traditional percentage system to a standards based grading system. What are the differences between these two grading systems?

Chugach, Alaska revamps their entire school district by focusing on mastery, not grade level.

Steps for parents to take to raise their local schools' academic achievement.

Where did these brilliant children come from?... I realize that there are many children reading above their grade levels, who do extracurricular activities on their own and have a potential for greatness. However, a year ago, I could not see such potenti

A method to revamp the educational system to utilize educational resources for the maximum benefit of the students.

It can be very confusing to find computer games and activities that are beneficial in helping kids learn. These three websites provide enhanced learning opportunities that complement classroom curriculum.

Poem designed to help ninth-grade students survive the their first year of high school.

The public school system has made a major effort to see that students aren't ignorant about handling money. Based on the information presented is your student stacking up?

Science is all around us. Yet, sometimes science is reduced to textbooks and boring black and white worksheets. Here's how to make science fun in the classroom.

There are many online sites with free lesson plans, worksheets and more. These are some of the best free online sites for teachers.

Exercising the mind.

AAAMath.com a great website.

Middle and high school students with an interest in meteorology and related sciences can now attend a summer "Weather Camp." Check out this growing suite of linked camps across the U.S. that offer these opportunities at no- to low-cost.

So how can parents cope with the combo classes? Below you will find some simple ideas, and suggestions on how you can adjust and how to help your child adjust.

A fourth grade level of presentation of the seasons.

"Look at this," Meg said looking down at a small, red glob on the pavement. Their father squatted down to reached for it. "Don't," Nelson said, "It could be dog-do Dad!" "Dog-do isn't red. This is raw meat. "RAW MEAT!"

As she approached she noticed a red envelope wedged in the door of her locker. Shifting her purse to her other arm, she carefully pulled the envelope out and saw that it was addressed to "My Favorite Valentine." No way, she thought, stari

Technology is an important part of learning in today's schools. The internet is a good way resources can help teachers teach students.

I romanticize about the days of the one room schoolhouse. It was filled with children of all ages, who were taught by a single teacher and followed the same curriculum, each at his or her own pace.