My Favorite Teachers: Mrs. Bandy and Dr. Gerald Canter
May 8, 2012
In honor of Teacher Appreciation week, Dr. Martha Burns acknowledges the important role of teachers and shares fond memories of two teachers she’ll never forget.
How to Support Social Development in Young Children
Mar 29, 2012
A child’s social skills are a compelling predictor of future success, both in and out of school. Learn how you can support social development in young children with these easy to implement tips.
Helping Low-SES Students Thrive
Jan 26, 2012Studies show a correlation between low academic achievement and socioeconomic status (SES). But many low-SES students are successful in school. What factors give these students an edge?
Poverty in American Schools: What Educators Can Do
Jan 17, 2012
Children from poverty often struggle in school. Our free on-demand webinar by Eric Jensen, author of Teaching With Poverty in Mind, gives tips for helping all students succeed.
Building Your Child’s Self-Confidence
Jan 10, 2012
Building your child’s self-confidence is a challenging task for any parent. Read these great tips to help your child become a more confident learner.
Corey’s Story: My Son No Longer Needs Intervention After Using Fast ForWord
Dec 8, 2011
Corey’s son struggled in kindergarten, just barely 5 years old. Today he’s a confident learner performing at grade level and no longer needs intervention. Watch as Corey tells his story.
Creating Safe Learning Environments: How Classroom Management Influences Student Performance
Nov 15, 2011
Bullies and intimidating teachers can impair classroom learning.
Find out how creating safe learning environments can boost student engagement and help students learn better.
Modeling Healthy Choices: Three Habits for Optimal Brain Health
Nov 10, 2011
Optimal brain health is influenced by the small choices we make every day.
Follow these 3 easy steps to help your brain stay healthy.
Shaming Some Kids Makes Them Aggressive
Nov 3, 2011
Many people believe that kids who are aggressive and violent toward other kids suffer from low self-esteem. What does the research say? Read this article to find out.
My Son Announced He Was Dropping Out of High School: Mary’s Story
Sep 15, 2011
A veteran educator was shocked when her son announced he was dropping out of high school. But after the Fast ForWord program, he tested a year above grade level in reading and was back in school. Watch >>
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