Recent content by johnweyen

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    2nd grader struggling with math-- help?...

    Sometimes visual aids work wonders. Your question brings to mind the movie "Stand and Deliver". Cut an apple in half. You have just demonstrated division. How many are left? 2 1+1=2. Etc. This can go on and on but sometimes the visual is the best teacher. It helps a child actually 'see' the...
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    First grader - Appropriate punishment advice...

    "Bonding" time really shouldn't be used as punishment. I would look for some other way to get the message across that misbehavior in school will not be tolerated. Take away something he enjoys for a week or limit his time with friends until he can act more appropriately in school. Children rise...