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Grace's Homework / Study Tips Blog September 2006 Archive

By Grace Fleming, About.com Guide to Homework / Study Tips since 2005

College Knowledge Quiz

Saturday September 30, 2006
Is your homework working? Are your notes sinking in? This College Knowledge Quiz will help you determine whether you're remembering the things you should as you prepare for your freshman year ... Read More

Science Fair Tips and Ideas

Wednesday September 27, 2006
Are you planning a science fair project yet? Have you decided upon a topic? There are many resources available to help you choose a topic and follow through on the planning ... Read More

Learning to Type the Right Way

Monday September 25, 2006
The further you advance in your education, the more important it will be to type in the right way. Speed and accuracy will become increasingly important as you advance through ... Read More

College Fair: Coming Soon to Your Town

Thursday September 21, 2006
It's that time of year, when college representatives pack their business suits and hit the road for a three-month tour of the nation. Every fall, thousands of admission counselors go ... Read More

Planning Ahead for Prom

Wednesday September 20, 2006
I know, I know, prom is a long way off. That's exactly why I recommend you start planning for it now. Many students are enjoying Homecoming dances right now, so ... Read More

Words We Mispronounce

Monday September 18, 2006
Sometimes we avoid using certain words like height and etcetera because we don't really know the right way to say them. Often we hear words pronounced different ways and we're ... Read More

How to Flunk a Class

Friday September 15, 2006
For the most part, successful kids share a lot of the same study habits. For instance, kids who get A's and B's usually begin studying as soon as they find ... Read More

A Raccoon Ate My Homework!

Thursday September 14, 2006
Weird Homework News Poor little Stephanie King. It's bad enough to have a family of wild animals come crashing through your bathroom ceiling, but this traumatic event wasn't the end of ... Read More

Hispanic Heritage Month Starts September 15

Wednesday September 13, 2006
Did you know that Charlie Sheen, Camaron Diaz, and Marc Anthony are Hispanic-American? From September to October 15, America celebrates the heritage and traditions of people who trace their roots ... Read More

Improve Your Handwriting

Tuesday September 12, 2006
Some handwriting is just nice to look at. Have you ever wondered how some people can write so neatly? The answer is practice! But good handwriting is also important for your ... Read More

SAT Registration Deadline

Sunday September 10, 2006
Have you signed up for the SAT yet? The deadline for the October 14 test is Tuesday, September 12. That’s this Tuesday! To register online you’ll need to create a ... Read More

Are You Headed For Burnout?

Friday September 8, 2006
"A cultural phenomenon is taking place where parents are being told that the right way to raise their kids is to involve them in every enrichment opportunity possible, even if ... Read More

Study Abroad

Wednesday September 6, 2006
Have you ever thought about studying abroad? Does it seem out of reach? Most students think traveling abroad to study is only for wealthy families or over-achievers, but that's not true. ... Read More

Typing Spanish Letters and Symbols

Tuesday September 5, 2006
Have you ever started to type a Spanish paper and then realized it just didn't look right without the upside-down question mark or other symbol? It's important to use the ... Read More

Balancing Grades and Extracurricular Activities

Saturday September 2, 2006
Many high school students get confused about priorities because they hear so many conflicting opinions when it comes to extracurricular activities. As a result, many students end up trying to do ... Read More

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