Everything directly related to the process of learning; both formal and informal education.
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How do you handle bilingual education in a country where you do not speak the language natively?
Our 2 year old son is growing up in a different country (New Zealand) than we did (Brazil).
We try to speak to him in portuguese all times, and we noticed that he is learning english reasonably well ...
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3answers
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How do I talk to my child about homelessness and mental illness?
We live in Vancouver, Canada, which for various reasons (weather, policy effects, etc.) has a large homeless population. Many of them suffer mental illness of some degree. Panhandlers are a common ...
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11answers
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What are some strategies for raising a bilingual child?
We are planning on raising our child bi-lingual. The plan is for my husband to only speak English to her and I would only speak Tagalog (a dialect of the Philippines). I have asked my parents to also ...
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3answers
187 views
How can you encourage a child in a school subject they don't like?
I think it is safe to say that very few children enjoy every subject in school. How do you motivate your child to put effort into subjects that they just aren't interested in? I feel this is a ...
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1answer
122 views
Experience with Craniosynostosis?
I'm wondering if anyone has experience with Craniosynostosis? Specifically I'm looking for help explaining and preparing my other children for this surgery.
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8answers
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How much time is too much time playing educational computer games?
I recently bought an iPad primarily for my 3-year-old daughter. I put nothing on it but educational apps and children's books. No YouTube, no Internet, no (non-educational) games. I've decided to let ...
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8answers
264 views
What to read or learn before expecting?
We want to be prepare for our 9 months period as a couple and be sure to give a proper environment for our baby. What should we read before and during the 9 month period?
Please note: answers should ...
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1answer
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Reading Programs
Does anyone know anything about the different reading programs schools use? For example, Reading A-Z; Phontess and Panella guided reading; DIBELS; and others.
I am interested how to compare ...
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4answers
219 views
How can I teach a child to keep trying after a failure?
My niece is just under seven years old, and in her first year of school, where she is doing badly. The main problem seems to be that she doesn't do her homework or try to learn, and the reason there, ...
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5answers
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When is the best time in a child's development to move to a different area?
We're thinking of switching to a different region at some point in the future. We're not sure when would be best with regards to our child's education and development needs? Would it be best to move ...
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5answers
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How do I teach my child to speak in sentences?
My son is 2.3yrs. Right now we keep reading books for him. He pays attention only for some time. We also keep teaching letters and numbers during his bed time or during his bath. When asked he repeats ...
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5answers
298 views
How should I handle academic disagreement with a teacher?
A second grade teacher of a friend of my daughter taught her class that Columbus was not a nice man, and explained why. My daughter was not affected by this teaching. However, it brought up the ...
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1answer
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Disagreeing with a teacher [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
Disagreement, academically, with a teacher
I voted to close my last to, similar questions, as they seemed to not explain themselves well enough to get the answers I was ...
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3answers
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When is it appropriate to start explaining the religious components of the various holidays?
When should we teach our kids about other cultures and holidays? We are Jewish which makes it a bit complicated this season. We are often wished Merry Christmas in stores (seems natural as most ...
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3answers
140 views
Siblings learning differences
I have 4 children, two of them 14 months apart (ages 3 and 4). The 3 year old can recognize all his letters and numbers and can do initial sounds. The 4 year old can as well (not quite as ...
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3answers
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How do you evaluate schools before a cross-country move?
Unfortunately, for those of us in the US, the school our children attend is determined by geography. So, before choosing to accept a far-away job offer, or selecting a home in a new region, we need ...
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1answer
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What makes for a good pre-schooler educational toy?
I'm looking for ideas for an educational toy for a 4-year-old girl. What factors should I look for?
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3answers
200 views
How can I encourage language development in my infant?
My 4 month old is the most verbal baby I've ever seen. He has something to say in every situation. My husband and I tell him what things are, "That's a truck. It moves along the road.". My son clearly ...
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0answers
94 views
How will bringing up a child in a rural location impact their education and cultural development? [closed]
If you bring up a child in a rural area, will they have less access to education and culture, which may harm their development.
Or would less access to certain things increase their wanting to ...
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3answers
221 views
How do you transition a Suzuki-method violin student to the fiddle?
My son (7) plays the violin, and has been doing so since he was 4. He does enjoy it but lately his interest has started to wain. He has an interest in bluegrass, and Celtic music; most of which has a ...
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2answers
924 views
Are same-gender classrooms better for girls, or mixed-gender classrooms better for boys?
I've heard that girls learn better in an all-girl classroom setting, but that boys learn better in a mixed boy/girl classroom composition. Is there any statistical evidence that this lends merit to ...
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4answers
537 views
What cartoons teach basic math?
There are some excellent cartoons that teach languages, like Word World, but I'm having a hard time finding ones about math. There's of course Count von Count and other math-related characters on ...
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6answers
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What are some videos or cartoons that teach vocabulary words?
My son is 3.5 and knows his alphabets well.
Now I want to tech him words, any suggestions on what videos / cartoons would be apt.
Of course I am talking about English.
Currently I am checking out ...
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6answers
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How do you decide when it is time to change schools?
My son's school is not a good fit for him. I want to move him but minimize the disruption. When is the best time (grade) for boys to change schools?
EDIT: "not a good fit" = not responsive to his ...
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2answers
136 views
Is there software that helps teach pre-schoolers to recognize letters?
I am looking for software, which allow my three year old to tap a letter and it will present the letter and say it. I speak an obscure language so I need to record the letters myself. Does this exist?
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1answer
115 views
How closely should a parent be tied to their child's education?
I know that some kids are relatively self-motivated; I want to be supportive without smothering such a child. I know that some kids have very little motivation; I want to be able to encourage such a ...
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7answers
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What should I look for in educational iPad apps for children?
What qualities should I look for in educational iPad apps for children?
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Can someone explain, in clear terms, how to go about navigating the legalities of homeschooling in Ontario? [closed]
I've seen some of the major sites (such as http://www.ontariohomeschool.org/), but, so far, they have all been quite confusing and have provided advice which, as far as I can tell, amounts to "here's ...
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1answer
490 views
What should one look for in first firearms training for children?
I have heard of videos and courses that teach children about firearm safety and how to handle firearms, but have never watched or evaluated any. I've know that the US National Rifle Association (NRA) ...
