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This is your go-to place for FREE, educational resources and worksheets. Plus, you’ll find tips on how to navigate school and helpful strategies for how to raise happy, successful students.

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All Grades


The Ultimate Guide to the BIG Transition Years

Going into 3rd grade, middle school and high school are big milestones for students AND parents! Know what to expect and how to help your child succeed!

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HOW TO GET YOUR CHILD EXCITED ABOUT STEM

Check out these 4 easy ways you can introduce STEM to your child at home. (Psst ... You don't have to be a scientist to spark your child's interest in STEM!)

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5 Tips for Parents of English Language Learners

Read these tips from our experts on what parents of English Language Learners can do to make sure their kids have the support needed to succeed.

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Learning a Second Language Isn’t Easy

Silvia Martinez explains the challenges of learning a second language, but also how rewarding it has been for her two boys.

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5 Tips for School Report Cards

Check out these tips for how you can create a game plan to put forth positive thoughts around learning for your child.

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A Parent's Guide to Avoiding the Report Card Shock

Get tips on how to communicate with your child so there are no surprises on report card day.

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Sylvan Reading Adventures with Random House Children’s Books

Get book recommendations, engaging puzzles, word scrambles and more each month for kids of all ages.

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10 Parent-Teacher Conference Questions

Do you know what to ask during a parent-teacher conference to get a better understanding of how your child is doing in school, their strengths & weaknesses, and how they can improve?

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3 Back-to-School Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make

Check out these 3 tips on how you can avoid making common mistakes when it comes to your child’s academics.

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What to Expect on the First Day of Kindergarten

Here are some tips on how you can help ease the anxiety for you and your child in this new learning environment.

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Elementary School

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Making Phonics Instruction Engaging and Efficient

Check out how Sylvan utilizes your child’s performance to find the specific skills your child needs, so they can learn Phonics efficiently and effectively.

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10 Tips for a Great Elementary Report Card

No matter what your child’s grades look like, here are a few ways to approach report card day so it’s as stress-free for your family as possible.

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From Good Student to Exceptional Student - What Does It Take?

If your child is trying to take academics to the next level, we think that just a few adjustments in work habits and outlook can help! Read on for ideas.

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Learning Math Outside the Classroom

You CAN make math fun! We’ve got a list of math activities that turn into lessons, which you can easily incorporate into your daily life.

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Preventing Homework Procrastination

Use these five tips you can incorporate into your child’s routine to avoid homework procrastination and jump-start their success.

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3rd Grade is a Big Deal in Elementary School

Did you know, 3rd grade plays a critical role in your child’s long-term academic success? We share why it’s important and how to help your child transition into this pivotal year!

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Study Tips and Techniques

Encourage your child to use these study tips and techniques before the next exam and see the stress come down and grades go up!

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Middle School

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The Ultimate Guide to the BIG Transition Years

Going into 3rd grade, middle school and high school are big milestones for students AND parents! Know what to expect and how to help your child succeed!

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5 Tips for Understanding the Middle School Report Card

Check out these tips for how you can talk to your child about their report card, and how you can make a plan for improvement while monitoring their progress.

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Your Child’s First Bad Grades in Middle School: Do’s and Don’ts

Middle school is a common time for students’ grades to take a dip. Learn what you should & shouldn’t do if your child brings home their first bad grade.

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How to Spot Signs of School Anxiety in Middle Schoolers

If you think you might have an anxious middle schooler, read on for some signs to look for school anxiety, ideas for when to intervene and how to help.

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My 7th Grader is Falling Behind—How Do I Help?

7th grade can be a wake-up call for many students who cruised through their primary years. Here are some things to look for and steps you can take to get your child back on track.

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Six Smart Study Skills for Middle Schoolers

Middle school can be tough—bigger workloads, tougher concepts, juggling schedules. We’ve outlined six smart study skill tips to help middle schoolers stay on top of it all.

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How Your Middle Schooler Can Finish the School Year Strong

We’re at the finish line, but there’s still time for students to regroup and get on track to finish the year strong—and gain healthy habits they can take for the rest of their life!

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The Complete Guide to Helping Your Child in Middle School

Wondering how you can help your child transition to and succeed in middle school? Check out our simple tips to ease this complex academic transition!

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High School

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Transition to High School: Must-Read-Tips for Parents

We’ve got you covered with strategies to help your teen (and you) navigate these years!

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The Essential Checklist and Tips for Planning By Grade

High school gets B-U-S-Y! This plan will ensure your child is hitting milestones for each year in high school. It’s a great way to stay organized and on track!

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How to Make a 6-Month SAT® or ACT® Study Plan

Studying for the entrance exams takes time and a plan. We think a “6-month game plan” will be useful and build confidence for teens who are looking to prep for the big tests.

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10 Ways to Help Kids Focus

It’s easy for kids to get distracted. Check out these ten tips on how to help your child develop the skill of focus.

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How to Talk to Your High Schooler About Grades

Find out how you can help your teen find balance between panicking from stress and beginning to accept individual responsibility for academic performance.

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When it Comes to AP Courses, How Many Are Enough?

We’ve put together a few things to think about to help your teen determine what’s manageable.

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Preventing Homework Procrastination

Use these five tips you can incorporate into your child’s routine to avoid homework procrastination and jump-start their success.

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NEW! Seasonal

Celebrate STEM Day on November 8th & Fibonacci Day on November 23rd with us! Plus, what to do with that leftover Halloween candy?


DIY STEM Projects for Kids

Put on your science hats and break out your toothpicks, straws and popsicle sticks for these fun STEM project ideas that you can do at home with your kids!

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Paper Frogs and Physics

Check out these steps on how to make a paper frog, and how it can teach your child about physics and how energy can be stored as potential energy.

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November 23rd is Fibonacci Day

Celebrate Fibonacci Day by talking to your child about the history of this fun math holiday. You can then go on a scavenger hunt with your child to look for the Fibonacci numbers all around us!

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DIY STEM-Inspired Halloween Costume

Want to incorporate STEM into this year’s Halloween festivities? Check out our fun do-it-yourself STEM-inspired Halloween costume for your child!

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Teaching Your Kids About Halloween Traditions

Explore these Halloween traditions with your children to help them learn a little bit about the origins of this autumn holiday.

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What to do with Leftover Halloween Candy

Trick-or-treating on Halloween means an overwhelming influx of candy. Here are some ideas on how to put that leftover candy to use!

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Turn Leftover Halloween Candy into Math Practice

Learn how you can use your child’s leftover Halloween candy to build their interest and confidence in math.

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Pumpkin Math Activity

Pumpkin-carving is a fun fall activity for your kids, but it can also be a great way to incorporate math into your family routine. See how this tradition can help your child practice basic math skills!

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Spooky, STEAM-y Fun for Halloween

Check out these ideas on how you can highlight STEAM opportunities to take your Halloween party or haunted house to the next level.

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Ghoulish Fun with Dry Ice

Halloween is a great time to use dry ice to give your house a spooky theme! Here are some ghoulishly fun ways to use dry ice while making keen scientific observations.

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4 Ways to Spark Your Child’s Interest in STEM

Check out these ways you can help your kids see that science, technology, engineering and math are everywhere in their daily activities and interactions.

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