“I hate reading. Don’t make me do it. I don’t want to read anymore.” These are not simply the sounds of an obstinate child. If you’ve heard this before, and are hearing it frequently, then your child may be in need of some extra help. Dyslexic children often have difficulty with decoding, which is important […]

Do you think your child may be suffering from a learning disability in reading? Does he put up a fight when it’s time to read? Does it seem to take an unusually long time to complete reading assignments? If you suspect that your child is struggling with reading, you may want to consider testing for […]

Your child has a learning disorder and is reading below grade level. You wonder if there is any way to get him back on track. You wonder if he’ll always struggle. Don’t despair. There are ways to help your child become more fluent, gain comprehension, and increase his reading level.  Not only will daily reading […]

Math can be a challenge for children with special needs, leaving many homeschooling parents-not to mention kids-feeling overwhelmed. However, there are many math games and activities that can make learning math concepts easier and more enjoyable. Using a variety of games, especially those that are hands-on, can help children with learning disabilities retain more of […]

At the beginning of March, the College Board announced that starting  in 2016 there would be some major changes made to the SAT.  As Calvert students now have the opportunity to venture into Calvert High School, you may be wondering what these changes mean for your student.  As always, Calvert will provide your student with […]

Children with ADD/ADHD (hereafter referred to as ADHD) are creative, energetic, imaginative, and resourceful people. They have a wonderful spirit. You wouldn’t trade your child’s personality for the world. But sometimes, there’s school work to be done. Sometimes, you really need your child to sit still. Sometimes you really just want a few minutes of […]

Fun Tricks for Recalling Information Keep your children motivated by presenting fun ways for them to share what they are studying in their lessons. Choose from a variety of fun activities that will keep them motivated to learn, while you have an opportunity to assess how they recall important information. Here are some suggestions of […]

October Teaching Tip: Create a Word Wall Words are the foundation of knowledge, and there is no better way to enrich our students’ vocabulary than by surrounding them with words using a word wall. A word wall is an ongoing and interactive display of key words that provides a visual reference for students throughout a […]

Hear Ye, Hear Ye! As we celebrate the signing of the Declaration of Independence this July 4, it is a great time for families to delve into our states’ and country’s history. Whether you plan on taking a vacation to a historic site, exploring history in your own neighborhood, or learning about the history of […]

It’s Summertime and the Weather is Fine to Explore Science and Nature Outdoors Science is the study of the natural and physical world. Formal science uses systematic observation and experiment; however, teachers know that an important step in successful science education is developing enthusiasm for science in children. To do this science education can expand […]