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Grace's Homework / Study Tips Blog July 2008 Archive

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

Homework Timers

Wednesday July 30, 2008
One reason homework time seems to drag on forever at times is because we get so easily distracted by people, TV, pets, doorbells, flies, and anything else that seems more ... Read More

Girls Break the Math Stereotype!

Monday July 28, 2008
Good news! A recent study has shown that girls perform as well as boys on standardized math tests. The study, funded by The National Science Foundation, finally breaks down that ... Read More

Hobbies and Extracurricular Activities

Friday July 25, 2008
You may be wondering how to give yourself an edge and make yourself stand out when it comes to speaking with college representatives. One thing that always makes a lasting ... Read More

20 Cures for a Restless Brain

Tuesday July 22, 2008
Are we there yet? If you've heard yourself saying those words, you might be getting a little tired of the lazy days of summer. Don't get me wrong: I love ... Read More

Carry-Along Electronic Thesaurus

Sunday July 20, 2008
If you think about it, some of your biggest priorities in your last few years of high school will require the use of a thesaurus. A thesaurus helps you improve ... Read More

Improve Your Typing Skills

Thursday July 17, 2008
Accurate, quick typing skills are going to become more and more important as you progress in your education. Believe me-- those 50-page college papers will be painful if you try ... Read More

Tax Free Holidays Coming!

Tuesday July 15, 2008
Now is a good time to poke around and find out when your state or area might be offering a tax free holiday for school supplies. Each year government officials from ... Read More

Mark Your Calendars!

Saturday July 12, 2008
The upcoming school year will hold a lot of special events that can prove to be pivotal in your future. For some students, the science fair will be the most ... Read More

Remember the Classics

Wednesday July 9, 2008
If you find yourself looking for a good read at the beach, you might consider reading classics like The Red Badge of Courage, To Kill a Mockingbird, or Animal Farm ... Read More

Design a Strategy for Academic Success!

Monday July 7, 2008
If you have had a little trouble reaching your goals or succeeding in all the plans you’ve made in the past, you might want to try using the Strategic Plan ... Read More

Enter a Writing Contest This Year

Saturday July 5, 2008
Let's see, right about now you're getting restless. You hate to admit it, but you're starting to miss the routine of school. You miss interacting with friends every day, seeing ... Read More

Freshman Year Tips

Wednesday July 2, 2008
If you're looking forward to your freshman year, you're probably feeling some butterflies in your stomach right about now. It's an exciting time, but it's also a little bit scary ... Read More

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