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Parents: 3 Tricks to Help Your Teens Think Critically

by Amy Haskell | Jul 20, 2012 | High School Freshman, Reading Techniques, Study Habits, Tips

Why is critical thinking important for my child? Critical thinking skills translate to reading comprehension which can directly boost SAT scores for the reading section as well as in-class English assessments. Furthermore, developing intentional thinking will help...

How to Stand Out in Your College Essay

by Amy Haskell | May 13, 2012 | Study Habits, Writing Secrets

If you think about it, the members of the selecting acceptance board at the colleges you are applying to probably read hundreds of essays a week. So, what will make you stand out? Finding a topic is difficult enough, but how can you paint a crystal clear picture in...

Using Context: Improve SAT Reading Section

by Amy Haskell | May 9, 2012 | Reading Techniques, Study Habits

Students often come to me, begging for tips on the reading section of the SAT… here is my advice: Use Context Clues. The information found in the sentence often gives hints about the meaning, allowing you to form a general idea of what the unfamiliar...

High School Juniors; How to Get Through May!

by Amy Haskell | May 2, 2012 | Study Habits

Attention high school juniors! Focus on getting through the end of the school year while beginning to prepare yourself for the college admissions process. The academic expectations put on students toward the end of the year can feel overwhelming with the...

Study Tip: Start Fresh with a New Semester!

by Amy Haskell | Jan 30, 2012 | Study Habits, Study Skills

Win ‘A’ Grades – Study Tips to A Strong Semester Organize your schedule: Create an easy-to-follow study schedule for the time you are not in school. Include weekend time to maximize your free time, stay focused, and complete your work. Look...

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