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Grace's Homework / Study Tips Blog July 2009 Archive

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

Flashcard Tips

Friday July 31, 2009
Flashcards are still one of the best tools around for memorizing information. Unfortunately, many students find them boring to make and to use. There are several tricks to enhancing the learning ... Read More

Choosing AP Courses

Wednesday July 29, 2009
Many high school students choose to take courses that can give them a head start on college credit by enrolling in the Advanced Placement (or AP) program. By enrolling ... Read More

Math Scores and Brain Types

Sunday July 26, 2009
Some research suggests that different types of learning styles can affect how quickly and efficiently students learn math skills. This research suggests that left-brain dominant students can have an easier ... Read More

Top 5 Healthy Homework Habits

Thursday July 23, 2009
It's a great time to start planning for a successful school year, and that means you should plan for a healthy homework routine. If in the past, you have found ... Read More

Compare and Contrast Essays

Monday July 20, 2009
How would you compare Halloween night with prom night? Could you write a compare and contrast essay on this topic? I've put together a list of 50 compare and contrast ... Read More

Email Tips for Teens

Saturday July 18, 2009
For some reason, many students believe that the ability to write emails (instead of sending post office mail) to future employers, reference letter writers, ministers, teachers, college officials, professors, ... Read More

Brain Quiz

Wednesday July 15, 2009
Do people accuse you of daydreaming in class? Do you think too much about multiple choice questions and become confused? These are common characteristics of people who are right-brain dominant. Perhaps ... Read More

Competition for Future Architects

Monday July 13, 2009
Are you an aspiring architect, at least 13 years of age? If so, you may be interested to know that the Guggenheim Museum and Google have teamed up to offer ... Read More

Learning Goals for Sixth Grade

Friday July 10, 2009
In many schools, sixth grade represents the first year of middle school. That means that many things will change, and some things will get a bit more challenging--like teacher expectations! Visit ... Read More

7 Tips for Surviving Summer School

Wednesday July 8, 2009
Summer school brings special challenges for students, because summertime courses are accelerated and condensed. What does this mean for you? For one thing, it means perfect attendance is essential. Missing ... Read More

Preparing for Middle School

Monday July 6, 2009
If you're about to start middle school and you're feeling a little nervous, you're not alone! Your school days are about to change in some very exciting ways! Soon you'll ... Read More

Easy Citations

Saturday July 4, 2009
There are so many tools out there for creating citations that students really can't go wrong if they try. Citation makers are easy to use and they just take a ... Read More

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