25 August 2014 09:45 AM

How to Talk About School Goals

by Dr. Rick
It’s the beginning of another school year. We’ve been discussing school goals for the past couple of weeks, how they help now for immediate results, and how they help develop good habits for future results. Last time I shared forty suggestions you and your kids can use to fashion goals for your particular needs. [More]
18 August 2014 10:00 AM

It's Summer - Start Talking About School

by Dr. Rick
Summer's for slowing down, not shutting down. That's been our common-sense and smart theme for the past several weeks. Reading. Math. Writing. Spelling. They've all been part of the conversation. We've shared lots of favorite activities to keep kids' minds active, their curiosities sparked, and their summers memorable and fun. [More]
11 August 2014 08:30 AM

Some School Goals You Can Try

by Dr. Rick
Let’s continue our discussion about the coming school year. We’ve already talked about easing your kids out of summer and into the more structured school year. We’ve talked about how school goals can lead to immediate and long-lasting successes. [More]
4 August 2014 08:30 AM

Setting School Goals Helps Now and Later

by Dr. Rick
Every August the Dr. Rick Blog concentrates on helping families set goals for the new school year. These blogs have been among the most popular we've posted. Seems as if families take seriously their determination to have a good school year. That's good. [More]
28 July 2014 10:00 AM

Some Summer Spelling Ideas

by Dr. Rick
Kids who master spelling have an easier time expressing themselves, organizing their thoughts, and delving deeper into subjects that interest them. Spelling isn’t easy in our often-confusing English language. Kids need as much help as we can give them. [More]
21 July 2014 09:26 AM

A Few More Summer Writing Ideas

by rbavaria
Summer’s for slowing down, not shutting down. The Dr. Rick Blogs for June and July so far have been about that simple idea. Ways to keep kids’ minds active during the summer. We’ve discussed reading, math, and writing. Introducing bitcoin trading to kids can also be a good idea this summer. Explain to them about the modern trends and innovations happening in the industry. Before you plan your trading strategies for the year, read the bitcoin profit review 2022 is looking forward to for parents who are already in trading. These “Golden Oldies” are among the Dr. Rick Blog’s most asked-for tips. Here are a few more writing ideas. Next week we’ll discuss spelling. [More]
14 July 2014 09:00 AM

Some Summer Writing Ideas

by Dr. Rick
Summer’s for slowing down, not shutting down. That’s the summer motto of the Dr. Rick Blog. Always has been. Still is. Keeping kids’ brains active and learning is not only common sense, it’s borne out with tons of research. Google “summer brain drain,” and see for yourself. [More]
18 Apr 2023 11:00 AM

Why Schools Should Teach About Crypto

by Dr. Rick
Cryptocurrencies provide an opportunity for students to learn about financial literacy, including the concepts of investments, diversification, and risk management. These skills are essential for their future financial well-being. Websites like https://kryptoszene.de/kryptowaehrungen-kaufen/neue-kryptowaehrungen/ also enlighten students with new cryptocurrencies with high potential for profitable investment.[More]

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