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Presents more than three hundred suggestions and activities for helping a child find his or her natural learning and creative talents, covering such approaches as whole-language reading and writing, toys that stimulate creativity, hands-on math and science exploration, and work with art and music.

On t.p.: Every caring parent's guide to encouraging good study habits and ending the Homework Wars, for parents of children ages 6-13.

A parent's guide to helping children succeed in middle school, covering organization skills, good habits, homework strategies, public and private schools, learning disabilities, student-teacher conflicts, standardized testing, tracking, and extracurricular activities.

Discusses techniques, step-by-step strategies, and expert advice on how parents can help their children succeed in school.

Contains a practical guide for the parents of a gifted child including how to be an advocate for the rights of gifted children, connecting with other parents of gifted children, and knowing what programs exist for the gifted.

Discusses the power of reading aloud, explaining why it is important to read to and with children, and identifying four keys to helping children become lifelong readers; features tips on how to read aloud, with advice on what to read at each age from birth to ten years; and provides an annotated listing of over three hundred recommended books, grouped by theme.