Jennifer L.

Reading

08/06/25

How do you know what kinds of reading exercises are the most effective?

rote memorization, choral reading, entertainment, VARK

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Reading Dyslexia

08/05/25

Why is learning vocabulary so difficult?

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Elementary Education Elementary (k 6th) Phonics

08/05/25

How can you help my child to get better at reading? They struggle so much at school.

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Elementary Education Elementary (k 6th) Grammar

08/05/25

Problem: My student is unmotivated, falling behind and does not care about school.

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English Linguistics

08/01/25

Lignuisitics of common confused words

What is the difference between 'affect' and 'effect'? Answer in a full sentence using an example of both uses of the words 'affect' and 'effect'.

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Reading

08/01/25

How can I help my child improve their reading comprehension?

Improving reading comprehension starts with encouraging active reading strategies such as annotating the text, asking questions while reading, and summarizing what they’ve learned. I work with... more

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Study Skills Sat Math Sat Reading

07/30/25

What’s the best way to manage time during the SAT Reading section without rushing or running out of time?

Many students struggle to finish all four SAT Reading passages in time. This post provides strategic advice for pacing, prioritization, and efficient reading.

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Sat Reading

07/29/25

What are the sat reading question types?

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English Elementary (k 6th) Reading

07/27/25

How can I help my child not fall behind during summer break?

Are you worried about your student experiencing the summer slide? Are they struggling to focus on the worksheets or workbooks assigned by teachers? In my sessions, I employ many strategies to keep... more

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Study Skills

07/27/25

What are some strategies to stay focused and actually finish homework?

Learn 4 simple, proven focus strategies to help students finish homework and feel more in control. Ideal for students struggling with attention, procrastination, or executive function.

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Elementary Education Elementary (k 6th) Grammar

07/25/25

Please tell me how to use lie vs. lay.

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Study Skills

07/24/25

What’s the best way to help my child prepare for tests without cramming?

Last-minute studying creates stress and spotty results. Here’s how I help students build consistent habits that actually stick.

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Study Skills

07/22/25

How can I help my child study more effectively at home?

Many students know the material but struggle to review it productively. Here are simple study strategies I teach to build focus and follow-through.

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Study Skills

07/22/25

How can I help my child stay organized during the school year?

Organization is key to academic success. Here are simple systems that help students stay on track with their work.

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Writing Essay Writing Thesis Writing

07/21/25

Best way to start an Essay

My son needs to write an essay; how should he start? I'm not sure how to help him with this?

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Reading

07/21/25

How can I help my child improve reading comprehension at home?

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Test Preparation Study Skills Adhd

07/21/25

How do I stop overthinking everything?

I get stuck in my head constantly. I’ll think through every option, every risk, every possible outcome, and it still feels like I haven’t figured it out. It makes it hard to take action or feel... more

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Test Preparation Study Skills Adhd

07/21/25

Why do I always wait until the last minute to get things done?

I swear I don’t mean to procrastinate. I’ll tell myself I’m going to get ahead, and then suddenly it’s the night before and I’m panicking. This keeps happening no matter how much I try to plan.... more

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Test Preparation Study Skills Adhd

07/21/25

Why can't I focus even when I care about the work?

This happens to me a lot. I’ll care about something, want to do it, know it matters, and still I just can’t focus. It feels like my brain freezes or shuts down before I can even start. I’m not... more

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English Literature Act English

07/11/25

How is symbolism used to add meaning? Choose one from a story and explain how it develops the story.

In many novels, authors use symbolism to add deeper meaning to characters, settings, or events. Choose a symbol from a book you’ve read (for example, the green light in The Great Gatsby or the... more

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English Grammar

07/10/25

Help Needed: Understanding Past Progressive Tense in English

I’m confused about how to use the past progressive tense properly. Can someone explain with examples?

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English

07/08/25

What are the rules for using commas (or punctuation)?

What are the rules for using commas (or punctuation)?When do I use a comma with a conjunction?When do I use commas to as parenthetical or as introductory?

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