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Guido Mieth / Stone / Getty Images It’s never too early to introduce your children to music. From the womb, music is a great way to bond with your baby and start the journey of introducing them to the wonders of sound.  Once they’re out in the world, you can use music as a way for them to explore their creativity and even foster a lifelong appreciation for different styles and genres.  Here are five stages for introducing music to children.  What Are 3 Benefits of Learning Musi

Jose Luis Pelaez Inc / DigitalVision / Getty Images Is there a song out there that your child just loves to blast on the radio? Are you worried about the lyrics and message behind the song? Should you monitor your kids’ listening habits? Well, parents, we have the answer for you.  Read on to find out how to keep tabs on your children’s music without going too far into their private space.  Which Music is Best for Kids? With so many options available, it can be hard to find musi

                              Music is a beautiful language that anyone can learn to speak. If you're thinking about taking your first music lesson, here are a few things to keep in mind: First Lesson of Music: What to Do Ahead Of Time If you're taking music lessons for the first time, you'll quickly find out there is so much more to learn than just the notes on the staff. As a Student Support Counselor at TakeLessons, I chat w

The leaves are starting to change color, the days are growing shorter, and that can only mean one thing: Fall is here! As the days get cooler, it's a great time to enjoy some affordable and fun activities with your family. Looking for new fall fun ideas for activities? Looking for fun fall activities? From all there is to see in nature - leaves changing, apple orchards, and pumpkin patches - to all the fun crafts and recipes you can whip up indoors, this colorful season is the perfect tim

What is your daily homeschool schedule? How can you make it more fun, more engaging, and more educational? Everyone’s learning style is different. The way you arrange your homeschool day will differ from the way another family arranges their day. You can use the homeschool schedule template below to jumpstart your own unique schedule. What’s The Best Daily Homeschool Schedule? The best daily homeschool schedule is one that keeps your child excited about learning. For some families, tha

If you’ve been wondering how to find a good tutor for your child, you’re not alone. But it can be complicated to figure out where to start, and how to navigate the many questions that arise once you do. To understand how to choose a tutor for my child from every angle possible, follow each of the six tips for finding a tutor thoroughly: Define Success for You and Your Child Create and Set Clear Goals Explore ALL of Your Options Do your Research Test and Vet Your Options

Middle school can be tough. Tough and scary. Elementary school if often forgiving,  but in middle school you're preparing for high school, as well as dealing with the challenges of where you are. But there are strategies for coping, and even thriving. Today we’re going to talk about reading strategies for middle school students. Expectations Coming In As controversial and sometimes woefully incomplete as Common Core Standards may sometimes be (don’t get me started, that’s a whole di

The title of this article is kind of a misnomer. The bad news is there is no one secret to success in high school. At least not all the time. You can probably verify that with almost anyone who ever went to high school. The good news is there are some things that you can do to smooth out the whole high school experience, no matter what form(s) it takes during the current and post-COVID era. We can break it out into two distinct sections: things the student can do, and things a parent/guardian ca

First Of All... Welcome to High School! Elementary school was interesting and fun, middle school was largely a time of change, and now it’s time for high school. During high school, you and your peers from earlier grades begin to go your separate ways. It’s a time of educational advancement that will prepare you for your future.  Your High School GPA: What is it, Anyway? First, it's important to learn what the GPA is. In a nutshell, it tells your grade point average. If your high school

Los Angeles is such an exciting city for kids to grow up in! From Universal Studios to the beaches, there are always lots of fun things to do. What if you're looking for things for kids to do in Los Angeles that are more than just fun? After all, some of the most memorable experiences in childhood are the ones where you are learning something new and having fun at the same time. Here are some easy ways you can be a super-parent by taking your kids on one of these awesome learning adventures!