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Help Your Kid Prepare for SAT/ACT Testing

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Almost every college in the nation uses the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) and the American College Testing (ACT) in determining admissions and scholarships. A good score here can help your child get into the school they want and can also…
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How To Prepare Your Child For The First Day Of School

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No matter how old they are, what grade they're entering, or which one of my kids it is…. I’m always nervous for my babies on their first day of school. Will they make friends easily? Will they know where to go? Will they like their teacher?…
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What is the Best Age for Kids to Enter Kindergarten

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The school year is upon us, and many moms are asking an increasingly popular and perplexing question: Five or six? No, we’re not talking about what time mami gets off of work. We’re talking about which age is best for starting a child…
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5 Rules for the College Student in Your Life

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Some say college is wasted on the young. So many of us look back at our own college years and realize what we could have done differently to make the most of them. While we can’t go back, we certainly can offer our sons and daughters our…
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6 Steps for a Successful College Application

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When it comes to getting into the college of your choice, your college application is the single most important tool you have in your hands. A great application can zip you to the front of the line, while a bad one can land you at the bottom.…
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Follow Friday Back-to-School Blogger Roundup

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Who did you #FF today? It's always a tough call, because there are so many wonderful and interesting Tweeps out there. We do appreciate those who follow us, tweet and retweet and comment on our new ventures. So today is the last vacation…
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7 Science Apps for Your Kids

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Looking to sharpen your kid’s science skills? Try out apps that teach everything from handy anatomy to useful geography. Below are seven of my family’s favorite educational apps for iPad. But most of them are also available for iPhone.…
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Books That Help Kids Transition to Back-to-School

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With the school year fast approaching, along with all the first day jitters, kids can feel very anxious about starting a new grade, making new friends and having a new teacher. I know this first-hand, both as a mom and an elementary school…
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10 Ways to Teach Your Kids Good Money Habits

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In a struggling economy and with family incomes in constant flux, it’s important to teach your kids good money habits. This includes learning to distinguish between needs and wants, the value of saving, and how to delay gratification. Below…