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What The Wild Robot Movie Taught Me About Teaching Students (and Why You Shouldn’t Do It Alone)

Reading Time: 5 minutes Introduction: When a Robot and a Former Teacher Agree on Parenting Let’s be honest—teaching your own child anything is a unique kind of challenge. You could have a Ph.D. in...

8 Things to do before getting an IEP.

Reading Time: 5 minutes Many different things come to mind when someone mentions “IEP.” Some feel it is an answer to a prayer, while others are entirely against labeling their children. As IEPs...

10 Creative Back to School Tips your Life Easier

Reading Time: 5 minutes As a parent, back to school season is a whirlwind of excitement and chaos. Getting school supplies, coordinating schedules, and managing all the little things can feel...

Which is better, in-person or online tutoring?

Reading Time: 5 minutes Tutoring is a growing need for many students of all learning styles. The literacy and math gap is growing fast, so more parents are seeking outside help to secure their...

3 Strategies to Help Your Child Read on Grade Level this Summer (2024)

Reading Time: 6 minutes Chicago is famously known for its “summer-time-chi vibes”. Summer brings up thoughts about vacation, relaxing, and, for some, anxiety about what to do with the kiddos for...

Navigating the Future: Why STEM Tutoring is Essential for Today’s Students

Reading Time: 4 minutes Discover the importance of STEM tutoring for students today in 'Navigating the Future: Why STEM Tutoring is Essential for Today's Students'...