The Surprising Benefits of Online Tutoring for Tutors and Families
Would you rather have an online tutor or in person? Do you ever feel like you’re running a taxi service for your kids? From school and sports to after-school activities and tutoring sessions, the endless driving can leave you exhausted. But what if you could get all the academic support your child needs without ever leaving the house? Online tutoring isn’t for everyone, but for me and my clients, the benefits of online tutoring have been a game-changer. My full-time teaching job wasn’t flexible enough to accommodate the demands of being in the “sandwich generation,” a role many of us find ourselves in today. I was constantly balancing the needs of my older kids and my aging parents, needing an hour here and there for a doctor’s appointment or a school performance. I didn’t need to take a full day off, but that was often my only option. Online tutoring has been the perfect solution for me, and I’ve found it’s a solution that works for busy families, too. So, what are the benefits of online tutoring for everyone involved? I’ve seen them firsthand, and they’re more than just convenience. For Busy Families: Less Stress, More Flexibility No More Commuting:…
In Case of Emergency Binder
Where do you store your In Case of Emergency Binder? Table of Contents Do you have a single place that holds all the important information you or your next of kin would need during a crisis, an In Case of Emergency Binder? When my kids were little, I had babysitter instructions on the counter and an accordion folder with school, medical, and household documents. Now my conversations with friends sound different: Would we even know where to find all the important paperwork in our parents’ homes? Do they have an in case of emergency binder or anything close to it? This binder goes by many names: family emergency binder, next of kin box, in case of emergency file, even the slightly morbid “death binder.” Let’s just call it what it is: an In Case of Emergency (ICE) Binder. Why You Need an In Case of Emergency Binder Life happens. Instead of worrying about “what if,” spend a little time pulling together the information your loved ones would need if they had to step in. It’s not just about death. It can be as practical as leaving your house sitter instructions for how to shut off the water main and who…
Help – What to Do If Your Kid Doesn’t Like Reading
Would you rather read a chapter book or a magazine? As a lifelong book lover, it’s hard for me to imagine not enjoying a good story or losing myself in a book. But as a tutor, I hear it all the time: “My kid doesn’t like reading.” Parents are often frustrated, unsure how to encourage their children without turning reading into a battle. Here’s the good news: most kids who say they don’t like reading simply haven’t found the right kind of material yet. Notice that word yet. Just like finding a favorite food, sport, or hobby, discovering a love for reading takes exposure, experimentation, and patience. Why Your Child Says He or She “Doesn’t Like Reading” If your child doesn’t like reading, it may not be because they dislike stories or learning. Instead, they may have: Only been exposed to one kind of text (like chapter books). Struggled with reading comprehension or fluency. Associated reading with schoolwork or tests instead of fun. Not yet discovered a topic or format that excites them. The truth is, every child can enjoy reading; it’s just a matter of finding the right doorway. Expand the Definition of Reading When we think about “reading,”…