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Recommended Math Apps

May 20,2013 | Posted in Math, On-Line Educational Resources, On-line Learning, Teaching Games, Technology by Yolanda Fontanez-Coleman

Technology is in our daily lives. Most children these days are technologically savvier  then their parent’s generation. More and more teachers across the nation are incorporating technology into their classrooms. We, at Team Tutor, have compiled a list of some…

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How Much Do You Know About the SAT Exam?

May 15,2013 | Posted in ACT, SAT Prep, Test Prep by Yolanda Fontanez-Coleman

Here is some SAT Trivia. How much do you know about the SAT exam? They have changed since we have taken them. See how many questions you can answer.
1. How many sections are on the SAT?
10 short sections:…

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Meet Mr. Gallon Man

May 13,2013 | Posted in Math by Yolanda Fontanez-Coleman

Is your child learning about capacity in math class? Here is a great visual tool to use when you need to reinforce  the capacity of a gallon, a quart, a pint  and a cup.

 
Use Mr. Gallon man in…

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Tips for SAT Essay

May 10,2013 | Posted in SAT Prep, Test Prep by Yolanda Fontanez-Coleman

The SAT essay tests your ability to develop and support a point of view about an assigned issue. Below are some tips to help you write an essay that successfully displays your ability to clearly develop and express ideas supporting…

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Summer 2013 Reading List

May 09,2013 | Posted in Reading, Summer Slide Prevention by Yolanda Fontanez-Coleman

Below is a list of books your child can read to help prevent summer learning loss.
K-1:
Lots of Dots by Craig Frazier: Circular shapes are pointed out in everyday objects.
Plant a Little Seed by Bonnie Christensen: Two friends…

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Cinco De Mayo Book List

May 07,2013 | Posted in Learning Resources, Reading by Yolanda Fontanez-Coleman

Below are some fun books that children from grades K-12 can read to learn more about Cinco de Mayo, Mexican and Mexican-American culture.
K-1:
Cinco de Mouse-O! by Judy Cox: Humorous story about an adventurous mouse & an easy introduction…

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Summer Learning!

May 04,2013 | Posted in Summer Slide Prevention by Yolanda Fontanez-Coleman

Does summer learning loss really happen? Yes, yes!  Learning loss does occur! In fact students lose up to 2.4 months of learning loss during the summer months. This applies to reading and math skills in most students but there is…

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Keeping ADHD Students Focused

May 02,2013 | Posted in ADHD, Teaching by Yolanda Fontanez-Coleman

Having a student in your class with ADHD can be challenging, but understanding your student and their learning style can help make the challenges you may face manageable. Below are some tips teachers can use to help students with ADHD…

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SAT Changes

Apr 29,2013 | Posted in SAT Prep by Yolanda Fontanez-Coleman

 
The SAT Reasoning Test has gone through major changes in 3 areas over the last decade that impact the testing experience for students throughout the nation interested in attending institutions of higher learning. Below is a summary of the…

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Summer Learning Fun

Apr 24,2013 | Posted in summer camp, Summer Slide Prevention by Yolanda Fontanez-Coleman

Enrich your child’s summer with fun activities that will help prevent summer learning loss.  Here are some educational activities your child can do that balance learning with fun.
Become a Junior Volunteer: Volunteering for a nonprofit organization is a way…

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