Williamsburg Regional Library

Education a la carte, choosing the best schooling options for your child, Dr. Kevin Leman

eng

Includes bibliographical references

no index present

non fiction

Education a la carte

bibliography

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Dr. Kevin Leman

choosing the best schooling options for your child

In this practical book, Leman clearly explains the pros and cons of various schooling options so that parents can make an informed choice about the kind of education that will help their child thrive. He shows parents how to stay involved and engaged with their child's education every step of the way, knowing that the choices they make about school now will reverberate long into that child's future

Introduction: It's time to change the conversation -- The top concerns of parents: what's most important to parents, and how they can best help their child succeed -- Factoring in your child's uniqueness: capitalizing on your child's strengths, natural talents, and curiosity -- Schooling a la carte: wading through the plethora of options--pros and cons -- Finding just the right menu for your palate: selecting the perfect education options to bring out the best in your child -- Your parental role in schooling: how your background, expectations, and beliefs influence your definition of your child's success -- Preschool and kindergarten: how to know if your child is ready for these first steps -- Homework and grades: what homework and grades really mean, and how best to motivate your child -- Top traits of the absolute best schools: how to know if you've found just what you're looking for -- Your personal menu to educational success: taking what you've learned and turning it into a practical plan -- Ask Dr. Leman: the hottest questions parents ask about education and my time-tested answers -- An encouraging word -- Top 10 list: what to look for in a quality education

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