Sandy Fleming
Hi! I'm Sandy, aka tutor1235. I'm a teacher, tutor, writer, wife and mother. I have a passion for teaching, and lead regional workshops on parenting & childcare. I'm working to start a local literacy group, volunteering for Girl Scouts and my church.
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The Digital Revolution is Leaving the Poor and Elderly BehindOur world is increasingly digital, but we are leaving our most vulnerable citizens behind. This is causing more inequity than ever for the undereducated, the lower economic classes, and the elderly. -
Ten Intriguing Activities for Turn Off the TV WeekNational Turn Off the TV Week is April 21-27, 2008. Get involved! Try out some of these alternatives for screen time with your family. -
Winning the Homework BattleDiscover how to defuse family fights over homework. Try these practical suggestions to help your children learn to do those school exercises.
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Job Loss Can Open Employment DoorsJob loss is devastating, but you can use many internal and external resources to help yourself find creative solutions and rejoin the ranks of the employed.
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Twenty Educational Uses for Old CalendarsDon't toss those old calendars-recycle them! You can use old calendars in creative ways to help children practice vital reading , writing and math skills.
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Going Commercial: Turning the Scourge of TV into Educational OpportunityInstead of complaining about the commercials on television, take advantage of the situation. You can use those pesky advertisments to support your child's learning and educational development.
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Taking Time to Talk with Your KidsIt's important to teach your children how to hold a conversation! Kids are not born with this skill and it is vital to their success in life. Take a few minutes each day and try these tips to make the job easier.
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Volunteer in Your Child's ClassroomVolunteering at your child's school will have a positive impact on you, your child, and the classroom. Yes, it's extra work, but the job comes with loads of benefits. There are even ways to make it happen when you work full time!
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Read to Your Children....Please!Studies have shown that sharing books with your child is the single most productive way to help him or her succeed in school. Head to the library, grab a pile of books, and get started today. -
Nontraditional Job Opportunities for Your TeenIt can be very difficult for teens to find work sometimes. Here are suggestions for teen jobs that move beyond the local fast food restaurant and the grocery store.
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Hang On to Good Child Care When You Find It!You know how hard you worked to find that perfect child care professional! Here are some tips to help keep the care that you found. You can make your child care giver's days much easier and more pleasant in lots of little ways.
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Memory Work: Help Your Child Learn to LearnThough memorization fell out of favor a few years ago, it is making a comeback in our schools and curricula. There are some good reasons to require memory work from students!
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Twenty Ways to Keep Your CoolChild abuse is a growing national concern. Here are twenty practical tips for regaining your self-control when the kids have pushed you too far.
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Ten Tips to Lower Your Stress LevelDoctors tell us that stress can cause physical problems. With half to three-quarters of adults reporting stress in their lives, many people need to find ways to de-stress. Here are ten practical tips to reduce stress in your world.
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Could You Teach A Community Education Class?Many people overlook saleable skills! If you have expertise in nearly any area or a hobby that you are passionate about, you should explore teaching community education or continuing education classes!
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Discovering Hidden Reading ProblemsIs your child showing signs of a reading problem? Parents can easily check. There are practical solutions you can use so that your child reaches adulthood with sound literacy skills.
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The Joys of TutoringNot all educators work in the classroom! Individualized teaching can help many students over educational hurdles and is professionally gratifying at the same time.
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Raising Independent KidsEvery parent wants their child to grow into a responsible, dependable adult. Discover practical tips to help your child meet this goal.