| Description |
275 pages ; 23 cm |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 267-275). |
| Contents |
Introduction: It's time to change the conversation -- The top concerns of parents: what's most important to parents, and how they can best help their child succeed -- Factoring in your child's uniqueness: capitalizing on your child's strengths, natural talents, and curiosity -- Schooling a la carte: wading through the plethora of options--pros and cons -- Finding just the right menu for your palate: selecting the perfect education options to bring out the best in your child -- Your parental role in schooling: how your background, expectations, and beliefs influence your definition of your child's success -- Preschool and kindergarten: how to know if your child is ready for these first steps -- Homework and grades: what homework and grades really mean, and how best to motivate your child -- Top traits of the absolute best schools: how to know if you've found just what you're looking for -- Your personal menu to educational success: taking what you've learned and turning it into a practical plan -- Ask Dr. Leman: the hottest questions parents ask about education and my time-tested answers -- An encouraging word -- Top 10 list: what to look for in a quality education. |
| Summary |
Introduction: It's time to change the conversation -- The top concerns of parents: what's most important to parents, and how they can best help their child succeed -- Factoring in your child's uniqueness: capitalizing on your child's strengths, natural talents, and curiosity -- Schooling a la carte: wading through the plethora of options--pros and cons -- Finding just the right menu for your palate: selecting the perfect education options to bring out the best in your child -- Your parental role in schooling: how your background, expectations, and beliefs influence your definition of your child's success -- Preschool and kindergarten: how to know if your child is ready for these first steps -- Homework and grades: what homework and grades really mean, and how best to motivate your child -- Top traits of the absolute best schools: how to know if you've found just what you're looking for -- Your personal menu to educational success: taking what you've learned and turning it into a practical plan -- Ask Dr. Leman: the hottest questions parents ask about education and my time-tested answers -- An encouraging word -- Top 10 list: what to look for in a quality education. |
| Subject |
School choice -- United States -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
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Schools -- United States -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
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FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS / Education.
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FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS / Parenting.
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RELIGION / Christian Life / Family.
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Schools. (OCoLC)fst01107958
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School choice. (OCoLC)fst01107255
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United States. (OCoLC)fst01204155
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| Genre/Form |
Handbooks and manuals.
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Handbooks and manuals. (OCoLC)fst01423877
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| Added Title |
Choosing the best schooling options for your child |
| ISBN |
9780800728434 (hardcover) |
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0800728432 (hardcover) |
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