July 4 th is the celebration of America’s birthday. It brings lots of sounds like sizzling barbeque, pool splashing, and ...

When the midyear report brought more of the same concerns, we suggested he repeat the year. Immediately, the teachers reversed course, assuring us that he would not need to repeat the year; he just ...

The House Rules Committee is holding a session today to debate Donald Trump's 'one big beautiful bill' that was sent back to the House from the Senate earlier today. Republican Congressman Chip Roy ...

The conflicting emotions I feel during the first day of school always surprise me. While I’m excited to get into ...

Paired with fun activities, these picture books help build skills like fluency, flexibility, elaboration, and originality.

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To close the gap, one idea in use by some parents is starting boys in kindergarten a year later — at age 6, with girls starting at age 5.

Nicole Appell started her son in kindergarten at age 6, after his preschool teacher suggested it. At first, Ms. Appell, who teaches preschool herself, was taken aback. He was already reading.