Online ACT

Online ACT ACT is the standardized test taken by high school students who would like to continue their education in colleges and universities in the United States. ACT exam is taken not only by students residing in the United States but also by students living in other countries. The easiest and fastest method to apply for the test is by registering online on ACTs official website. Students can register online on this website for free and after registration is complete, they can pay the fee to attend the ACT exam. Students have the option of selecting the test centers according to their convenience; however they can check the status or availability of the particular test center. In the online website, students can check out the test dates nationally and internationally and since ACT test is conducted many times a year, students have the opportunity to select the test date suitable to them. The main purpose of ACT is to test students capability and academic knowledge in 4 main sections: English, Mathematics, Reading and Science reasoning. Students have the additional option of choosing the Writing section also, as some colleges and universities expect writing scores of the students along the general ACT score. To take ACT plus writing, students have to pay some extra fee to the general ACT fee, and if there is a change in the test date or students change their preference to another test center, then there will be additional service charges. Students can find all the additional information in their online account.

Japanese Martial Arts

Japanese Martial Arts Martial Arts in Japan ChaptersKendo and JukendoAikidoShorinji KempoJujutsuJudo and KarateSumoNaginataIaidoNippon KempoKyudoThe Japanese archipelago is a fascinating place, which is why so many people want to visit it. From manga to samurai via geishas, the Land of the Rising Sun has a rich history, culture, and folklore that’s the envy of many other countries.Japanese martial arts are some of the most popular in the world. Whether they’re barehanded martial arts or include weapons such as a sword, many people are interested in learning about them.In this article, Superprof is looking at some of the most popular Japanese martial arts. With so many different combat techniques and martial arts, the Japanese don’t have anything to worry about when it comes to other countries’ combat sports. NanaJapanese Teacher 5.00 (3) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors YukoJapanese Teacher 5.00 (3) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors EllyJapanese Teacher 5.00 (1) £20/h1st lesson free!Discove r all our tutors MomokoJapanese Teacher £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MelanieJapanese Teacher £14/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JamesJapanese Teacher 5.00 (5) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors PippaJapanese Teacher £15/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MarikoJapanese Teacher £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsKendo and JukendoThe samurai follow bushido, the samurai codes of honour, and generally fight using Japanese blades such as a katana, tachi, or wakizashi. Kendo is a martial art that focuses on using swords. It’s both an art form and a sport with world championships. Kendo is a martial art that makes use of sword techniques but without an actual blade. (Source: WikiImages)To practise this martial art, you’ll need a sword, which is generally made from bamboo (shinai) or wood (bokken). In addition to sword techniques, mental focus and strength of character are also taught.Jukendo is a martial art that focuses on the use of a bayonet. It’s partway between kendo and sojutsu, the art of combat using a lance, but surprisingly, also teaches bayonet techniques that were taught by the French army in Japan.This sport has existed for over 70 years and can be practised by almost anyone. It inspires warriors on the battlefield and carries on the traditional use of these traditional Japanese weapons.AikidoAikido is a martial art founded by Morihei Ueshiba in the 20th century and focuses on using your enemy’s strength against them. You don’t focus on beating them but rather removing their chances to attack. It’s legitimately designed for self-defence and is related to Shinto teachings, which focus on peace:“The purpose of training is to tighten up the slack, toughen the body, and polish the spirit.” - Morihei UeshibaThe goal of Aikido is to improve your spirit by practising in a good mood! Not all martial arts are as angry as they look.Shorinji KempoIn 1947, Doshin So founded Shorinji Kempo, a martial art related to Shaolin kung fu and focuses on three main points relating to the body and mind:Self-defenceMental trainingPhysical trainingShorinji Kempo is a martial art but it’s also an activity that focuses on balance, coordination and getting in shape. Working in pairs is often focused on to show the importance of cooperation.JujutsuJujutsu (also know as jujitsu) is a martial art whose techniques were created by the samurai during the Edo period. In this sport, your focus is on flexibility, blows, and neutralising your opponent through takedowns.This martial art focuses on self-defence as well as self-confidence and health y living. Jujutsu is the precursor to judo and aikido as well as Brazilian jujutsu. NanaJapanese Teacher 5.00 (3) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors YukoJapanese Teacher 5.00 (3) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors EllyJapanese Teacher 5.00 (1) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MomokoJapanese Teacher £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MelanieJapanese Teacher £14/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JamesJapanese Teacher 5.00 (5) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors PippaJapanese Teacher £15/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MarikoJapanese Teacher £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsJudo and KarateThere are karate clubs all over the world and there are tonnes of them in the UK. Similarly, judo is very popular and one of the most popular martial arts in the UK. Judo makes use of many different grapples and throws. (Source: markuzsm)While we’ve put them in the section here, they are very different sports. Judo, or “gentle way” is an Olympic martial art whose goal is to immobilise your adversary through technical grappling or throwing techniques. It’s practised in a dojo and the colour of your belt indicates your grade (kyu or dan) in this order:White beltWhite-yellow beltYellow beltYellow-orange beltOrange beltOrange-green beltGreen beltBlue beltBrown beltBlack belt (several grades)Panelled white-red belt (several grades)Red belt (last two grades)Karate is another martial art that originated in Japan. In karate, you use techniques to defend and respond to attacks with different parts of your body. There are different schools of karate:Shotokan Ryu: the most common type, founded by Funakoshi Gichin, the father of modern karate.Goju Ryu: the “hard-soft style”, founded by Chojun Miyagi.Wado Ryu: a style that focuses on dodging, foun ded by Hironori Otsuka.Shito Ryu: the style with the most kata, focusing on punches and kicks, founded by Kenwa Mabuni.These two martial art disciplines have been hugely popular in both Japan and around the world.SumoFew sports represent the Japanese culture as well as sumo, where two large combatants fight in a sacred ring. Sumo wrestlers are called either sumotoris or rikishi.The history of sumo wrestling is as long as the history of Japan and it’s still hugely popular in Japan. The goal of sumo is to down your opponent or throw them out of the ring (dohyo). It’s something to behold.NaginataNaginata is a Japanese lance with a curved blade at the end. It’s been used since the 10th century by horse-mounted warriors. It became a martial art across Japan and was mainly practised by women.The martial art is known as naginatajutsu and the students learn directly from the Grand Master (Soke) how to handle this Japanese halberd either through katas or combat. As a martial art, naginata uses a Japanese halberd-style weapon. (Source: Wikimedia Commons)IaidoIaido is a martial art that makes use of a sword and focuses on defeating an opponent in a single strike. The goal is to strike the opponent before they strike you. Every move must be perfect but iaido also has a spiritual side.It’s usually practised through katas (a sequence of movements) which are as follows:Nukitsuke: drawing and cuttingKiri tsuke: the main cutChiburi: cleaning the bladeNoto: sheathing the bladeIaido looks more like an art than a martial art but now there’s the taijutsu, combat-focused iaido.Nippon KempoNippon Kempo was founded in 1932 by Masaru Muneumi and is a martial art that uses kendo armour. Having been trained in judo and karate, the sensei focused on throws and blows inspired by Chinese martial arts.In Nippon Kempo, you wear armour known as the bogu which includes a mask, a cuirass, and gloves. Thus, you can strike your opponent without worrying about hurti ng them. There are several clubs around the UK where you can practise Nippon Kempo.Kyudo“A good technique will improve the shot, but a good spirit will improve the man.”Kyudo is the Japanese art of archery.Kyudo is different from western archery in the way that it includes a spiritual aspect inspired by Taoism, Confucianism, Zen, and Shintoism. The archer needs to execute a perfect set of moves to pierce the paper target by using the least physical exertion possible and the maximum amount of spiritual energy (ki).Kyudo is, therefore, very aesthetically focused. This is a sport practised by as many men as women and there are 140,000 participants in Japan alone.Now you know a bit about martial arts in Japan. Before you put your uniform on and start acting like a samurai, you should find out more about Japanese culture through our other articles on Japan or learn some Japanese from a private tutor on Superprof!There are three distinct types of private tutorial on offer for Japanese students: face-to-face tutorials, online tutorials, and group tutorials. Each type is different in terms of learning styles and cost, so what may be right for one student may not be right for another.Face-to-face tutorials involve just a single student and tutor and will include a bespoke programme or course that's being taught to the student. Since the tutor will often travel to the student, spend a lot of time outside of class preparing the tutorials, and put in extra hours to help the student, the sessions can be quite costly. However, you will be getting a tailored service which is very cost-effective!Online tutorials also involve one student with a tutor but the two aren't physically in the same place. Thanks to the internet, you can be taught Japanese online via webcam. With fewer travel costs and the ability to schedule more tutorials each week, the tutor doesn't need to charge as much for their tutorials.Group tutorials are more like the classes you would've had in school w ith one teacher and multiple students. With each student footing the bill, the cost per student per hour tends to be less than the other two types of tutorial. However, this also means that you'll get less one-on-one time with your private tutor.Don't forget that a lot of tutors on Superprof offer the first hour of tuition for free, too!

How to Use Your Smart Phones and Laptops to Perform Better Academically

How to Use Your Smart Phones and Laptops to Perform Better Academically Today, everyone has a smart phones and laptop and educational institutions are using technology to reach out to students increasingly. In such a scenario, it would be to your interest to employ technology well and learn better and here’s how you can do it! Your Smart phones can help you plan better Whether it is exam schedules, class schedules, assignment and project submissions or important dates to remember, use your Smartphone’s calendar app or some cool notification app to keep abreast of it and plan better. Not only that, you can also spend more time with your studies by managing your notifications better. For instance, turning off notifications for social media apps can help you concentrate better on your studies. Simply optimize the notifications and set alerts and reminders for important events! You can even schedule a reminder for your online tutoring sessions on your phone and manage time way better! You can connect with tutors online via your Smart phones or laptop Now you can study on the go with your Smartphone or laptop. With campuses being Wi-Fi enabled, it is ever so easy to connect with your tutors or professors online. Simply login and listen to recordings of the class, chat with your tutor to get doubts cleared or get online math homework help in a jiffy. It’s that simple! Cloud can help with your storage Store all your audio and video lectures, online materials and your assignment or project work on cloud and access it anytime you want. You can also share your resources with friends! With access from anywhere and at anytime, you are bound to study better and this will reflect in your grades. Download the right apps and study effectively There are some apps that help you with tricky areas such as physics topics and math topics that are difficult for you. Similarly, there are apps that give out flash cards and you can use them for learning. You can even take tests and work on problems in specific subjects with certain apps. Some apps target to help you score better in exams while some help you with day to day college work. Choose the right app that will help your end goal and install it on your phone or laptop. Seek the right help If you are working on an assignment and need some help with it or simply need to get clarity on a specific topic, you could look up online assignment help or online tutors in specific subjects and connect with them instantly. Using your Smartphone wisely can help you score better grades and learn better too! Manage those notifications, download the right apps and connect with the best tutors and ace your exams. Good Luck!

How to Choose Your Extracurricular Activities

How to Choose Your Extracurricular Activities The following piece was written by Eddie LaMeire. Eddie has been featured in ourAdmissions Expert seriesand has previously worked in admissions at Loyola University and University of California at San Diego. He is also the founder of LaMeire College Consulting. There are not many people who need to be told that the past 20 years have seen college admissions become alarmingly selective. Even as recently as the early 1990s, admissions were conducted largely on the basis of grades and test scores. Back then, to provide a reference point, Stanford University had a freshman acceptance rate of over 20 percent. Stanford now accepts seven percent of freshman applicants in an age when a flawless transcript and near perfect test scores are necessary (but not sufficient) conditions for consideration for selective colleges. But, again, the increasing selectivity of top-tier colleges is common knowledge. Whats not as clear is what to do about it! How do we handle a situation when perfect isnt good enough? What tips most students into the admit pile? Often, it is the students extracurricular activities, or EAs. EAs consist of more than the clichd captain of the basketball team and editor-in-chief of the school paper. Theyre volunteering, professional research, and everything in between. They help to show commitment to a particular field, demonstrate an ability to lead, and provide evidence to support what a candidate says (and doesnt say) about herself. Regardless of how a college uses a students EA profile, all schools want to see consistency and growth. In other words, scattered, random activities are unimpressive. Movement forward in terms of depth and responsibility is coveted. To make it easy, think of a students progression through their significant EAs as the climb up a ladder. Lets start the description of this EA Ladder with a few caveats and qualifiers: The students EA profile will be filled with activities, many of them that the student does just superficially. Thats fine. The ladder approach should be used for the significant EAs: the one or two for which the student has a real passion. For the ladder to truly work, the student should have a general idea of what he or she wants to pursue academically in college. The earlier in your high school career the student starts working his or her way up the ladder, the better the EA profile ultimately appears. To illustrate the process, take an (ambitious) 8th grader interested in the sciences. Hes not too sure of what he likes specifically, but he knows that he loves animals. We would start from here and build: volunteer activities at animal shelters, the local zoo and aquarium, or a veterinarians office. He could even participate in an academic summer program such as the Center for Talented Youth (managed by Johns Hopkins) or the Education Program for Gifted Youth (run by Stanford), both of which offer fantastic enrichment classes in the sciences. During his first year in high school, our student would take on a bit more responsibility. He would join in-school organizations in order to get more exposed to the life sciences; every high school will have a science/biology/pre-med club on campus. This way, he can stay apprised of science competitions, programs, and fairs. The summer after freshman year, our student could potentially earn acceptance to the California State Summer School for Math and Science, managed by the University of California; of course, there are a number of similar programs around the country. When he returned, he would apply for research assistantships at local universities. You would be amazed by how many science professors like to help out younger students if theyre bright and proactive. Our sample student could move forward by competing in science fairs, further assisting with research, or earning acceptance to uber-selective summer programs like the Stanford Institutes of Medicine Summer Research Program, and the Research Science Institute administered by MIT. Were obviously dealing with a sophisticated high schooler here, but the idea is similar for students of any level: get them started on a path that gets progressively more challenging from one year to the next. The concept behind this approach certainly isnt rocket science, but it is an approach that few students take. Many 8th and 9th graders can be pretty scattered in terms of their interests, and even committed students get frustrated with the progressively increasing intensity of the activities. However, for motivated students interested in elite colleges, this focused, dynamic approach to EAs works brilliantly. And, with summer steadily drawing closer, now is the time to begin planning how the student will spend those precious hours. Visit LaMeire College Consulting for more information. The views expressed in this article do not necessarily represent the views of Varsity Tutors.

Comparing fractions 2

Comparing fractions 2 Learning about fractions is one of the basic and important topics in math. A fraction is number written in p/q form. Where p is the numerator and q is the denominator of the fraction. The denominator of a fraction cannot be equal to zero i.e. q not equal to zero. Different mathematical operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division can be used to compare any two fraction numbers. While comparing fractions we can check if the fractions are less than, greater than or equivalent to each other. Example 1: Compare the two fractions 7/10 and 9/10. Which of them is a smaller fraction? Solution: Given are two fractions 7/10 and 9/10. Here both the fractions have the common denominator 10. Since the denominator is the same compare the numerators of the two fractions. The fraction with the smaller numerator is the smaller fraction. This gives 7 10. Therefore, 7/10 9/10. Hence, 7/10 is the smaller fraction. Question: Multiple choice question (Pick the correct option.) Compare the fractions according to the shaded region in the circle below? Which fraction is greater? 3/6 4/6 a) 3/6 b) 4/6 c) They are equal. d) None of these. Correct answer: option b. Explanation: Are two fractions 3/6 and 4/6. In the fraction 3/6, 3 out of 6 regions are shaded. In the fraction 4/6, 4 out of 6 regions are shaded. Since the denominators have the same value the fraction with the greater numerator is greater. Hence 4/6 is greater.

5 Most Common Italian Pronunciation Mistakes

5 Most Common Italian Pronunciation Mistakes Suzy S. Do you want to speak like an Italian native? Below, Italian teacher Giulio G. shares the five most common Italian pronunciation mistakes and how to avoid them Italian is a relatively phonetic language, which means that almost each grapheme corresponds to a singular phoneme. In other words,  the Italian language is spoken as it is written. Thanks to this characteristic of the language, it is  easy to  learn proper  Italian pronunciation just by knowing the alphabet. However, there are still some  letters and combinations that may  be difficult to pronounce, especially for students who are  just beginning to learn  Italian. Below we explore the five most common Italian pronunciation mistakes and how  you can avoid them. 1. The Letter C The first common mistake that many beginner students make  is related to the letter C, as this tricky consonant can have a hard or soft sound. Proper Pronunciation of Hard C The sound of a hard C, which precedes the vowels A, O and U, is pronounced as a /k/, as in the English word car. Common Italian words  with  this type of sound are: cane (dog) cosa (thing) cultura (culture) Proper Pronunciation of Soft C The sound of a soft C, which precedes the vowels E and I, is pronounced as a /Ch/, as in the English word chair. Common Italian words  that  have this particular sound are: cena (dinner) cibo (food) Exception:  If the C is followed by an he or an hi, it has a hard sound, meaning that the /Ch/ has to be pronounced as a /K/. 2. The Letter G The letter G is another problematic consonant. Its pronunciation essentially follows the exact same rules of the letter C, in that it has both a hard and soft sound. Proper Pronunciation of Hard G G has a hard sound if it is followed by the vowels A, O and U. The sound of the Italian hard G is the same of the G in the English word game. Examples of Italian words that contain a hard G sound are: gatto (cat) gola (throat) gusto (taste) Proper Pronunciation of Soft G G has a soft sound if it is followed by the vowels E or  I. This sound is the same as the J in the English word journey. Some examples  of common Italian words containing the soft G are: giraffa (giraffe) gelato (ice cream) Exception:  If the G is followed by he or hi, it has a hard sound. 3. The Letter Combination Gli The letter combination gli is one of the most difficult sounds to pronounce. Beginner students, who are not familiar with the Italian language, mistakenly pronounce it as the English word  glee. However, gli has a soft sound, not a hard one.  The best way to perfect your  pronunciation of gli is to say the English name Lee, but, instead of touching your teeth with the tip of your tongue, you have to position the  central part of your  tongue on your palate. 4. The Letter Combination Gn The fourth common Italian pronunciation mistake is related to the sound gn. This letter combination is present also in the English language; however, in Italian, it is pronounced in a totally different way.  Essentially, the gn sound in Italian is pronounced as ny in the English word canyon. 5. Double Consonants Last but not least, the final Italian pronunciation mistake that beginner students make is not pronouncing double consonants.  Unlike in English, you must pronounce a double consonant in Italian, utilizing more energy and giving more length to the sound. For example, the words capelli (hair) and cappelli (hats) are pronounced in two different ways. To pronounce the word  cappelli, its necessary to put more energy into saying the consonant P. If this proves to be difficult for you, another possible solution is to pronounce the consonants  separately without pausing too much. For example, try pronouncing cappelli  as kap-pel-lee. For even more tips on the Italian pronunciation rules, check out this quick summary from Italian teacher, Liz T. Lets face it: The proper pronunciation of Italian words can be difficult. However, you now have the tools to help you, so you can continue  to practice and eventually perfect your speaking skills! Post Author:  Giulio G. Giulio  G. teaches in-person Italian lessons in New York City. He is originally from Florence, Italy and is currently a student at the University of Florence for Languages and Intercultural Relations. He has been teaching lessons since 2009.  Learn more about Giulio  here! Photo by  Michael Foley Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher

How to Write a Winning MBA Personal Statement

How to Write a Winning MBA Personal Statement GMAT MBA Admissions Blog If you’re in the process of applying to business schools, you already know that there’s so much that goes into a successful MBA application. You need strong GMAT or GRE scores, good work experience, great references and a compelling, effective MBA personal statement. Your MBA personal statement tells the admissions committee who you are as a person, why you should be admitted into an MBA program and how the degree will shape your career plans. It’s one of the most important pieces of your application, as it gives you the chance to address weaknesses in your materials and present yourself as a well-rounded person. A well-crafted MBA personal statement allows a school’s admissions committee to see the person behind the resume, but how can you use a brief written statement to show admissions committees who you are as a person and professional? Tell a Story Your MBA personal statement shouldn’t be a dry recitation of your career progress to date. It should tell a story about who you are, what you’ve been working toward in your career and how you think an MBA from the specific school to which you’re applying will help you reach that goal. Remember that admissions committees at some schools read hundreds, if not thousands, of these essays, so you want yours to be memorable and stand out. Think about what makes you unique, and seek to craft an essay that reflects your personality and voice. The story you tell should be about what you’ve already done in your career, but it should also go on to show admissions committees what you hope to achieve in the future and why their program can help you achieve it. Show How the Program and School Are Right for You Whether you’re applying to traditional or online MBA programs in California or across the nation, admissions committee members are going to want to know why you chose their school. Does the program offer a concentration that suits your career goals and the interests you’ve already developed through prior experience? Does the school offer resources that appeal to you? Is it located in the region where you hope to work? Do you have personal connections to alumnae, faculty or current students? Did you form a good impression of the school and program during a campus visit? Answering some or all of these questions can help admissions committees determine whether you would be a good fit for the program, and vice versa. Express Confidence You don’t need to waste precious space in your personal statement pointing out that no one can predict the future or know whether you will achieve your goals. This is obvious; admissions committees know that not some graduates will come up against obstacles they can’t surmount. While it’s a good idea not to seem too proud of your current achievements, you should express confidence in your ability to reach your stated goals. Show that you have a realistic, solid plan for your career, and give the committee confidence by showing what you’ve already accomplished. Address Shortcomings Do you have weaknesses in your application, like a low undergraduate GPA, less-than-ideal GMAT scores or fewer years of work experience than the admissions committee requires? That doesn’t mean you can’t apply, but you can use your personal statement as a place to address those shortcomings and show the admissions committee that you’ve moved beyond them. Address your shortcomings head on, and explain how you’ve worked to overcome the obstacle. Reassure the committee that you’re capable of recognizing your personal weaknesses and taking action to overcome them. Writing a successful MBA personal statement can mean the difference between getting into the school of your choice and having your application tossed into the garbage with the dozens of others who didn’t make the cut. You should focus on making your personal statement as well-written and compelling as possible. Let your personality shine, so admissions committees can get a sense of who you are and what you’ll bring to the program as a person, professional and student. Admissions committees want to make sure that each member of a given cohort is a good fit for the program and the school, and your personal statement is your chance to show them that you’d be an excellent candidate for their degree.

How to Spot Problems in Childrens Writing Homework

How to Spot Problems in Children's Writing Homework How to Spot Problems in Childrens Writing Homework For many children, learning to write well is one of the most demanding parts of the school experienceand English and language arts classes come with many frustrating challenges. Perhaps your child has always struggled with writing or maybe he or she is just starting to experience difficulties. You can help by taking time to review all writing assignments and graded homework for issues and teacher notes, making your own observations of your childs work, and sharing feedback with your child. As you review your childs written work, keep an eye out for red flags by asking yourself these five questions: Did my child follow directions? If your student was asked to answer a specific question and instead rambled on about something off topic, perhaps he or she needs to spend more time on the brainstorming and/or outlining stages of the writing process. Read through the assignment together and help your child come up with possible topics and angles he or she could take with each. Help him or her take those ideas and develop a loose outline to write from as well. Does it make sense? Whether the assignment is a simple book report or an in-depth essay, your student needs to learn to write clearly and communicate his or her main point in a logical and compelling way. Any time you read your students writing, make sure it reads well and is not confusing. Can you easily grasp what he or she is trying to say? Are words misspelled and are there any grammar issues? By high school, your student should be a capable spellerso if spelling is a consistent problem, youll want to ask the teacher how you can help your child improve. Also look for improper grammar in writing homework. At the very least, take note of things such as run-on sentences, unclear wording, unnecessary commas, sentence fragments and the like. Does the piece follow an outline or basic structure? You dont need to be an English teacher to notice when a book report doesnt do what it is supposed to do (summarize a story and put forth the students opinion on it) or an essay lacks a conclusion or compelling main point. The basic essay structure and the outline as a writing tool will become your childs trusted writing companions as he or she navigates middle and high school. Be sure your child understands the underlying framework of a well-written report, essay or paper. Did my child give this a final review? If an assignment is full of errors, its a safe assumption that he or she simply wrote it, printed it and turned it in. Teach your student the importance of reviewing ones work after setting a draft aside for a day or so. Fresh eyes can do wonders for the editing process, as can slowly reading aloud. Students must learn to be strong self-editors as they move into high school. Help your student become a better writer now, and you will be arming him or her with an invaluable lifelong skill: the ability to communicate well through writing. The more your child practices, the more his or her writing will improveespecially with your support. Also remember that if writing is a continued source of frustration and struggle for your child, there may be other issues worth exploring. Call Huntington to arrange an academic evaluation to uncover any issues and develop a plan to correct them.