It is important for children to learn how to read and be able to understand what they are reading. Some students are great readers who do not have difficulty decoding the words on a page, but struggle with comprehending what he or she has read. Being able to read and c...

There are many online resources teachers use to benefit their students. A source that we use, at Jill Abrams tutoring, that is great for all ages is IXL. This resource covers all subject areas, as well as all grades and is easy to navigate. If there is a particular ski...

Math concepts can sometimes be a challenge for children to understand, apply and utilize problem solving skills. Not all children learn alike and it is not uncommon for students to show weaknesses in math. There are multiple teaching styles and not one strategy can be...

Being a strong writer is essential for every student. No matter what grade your child is in, they are expected to proficiently deliver a well developed and grammatically correct sentence, paragraph, or essay. To become a good writer, each student must develop critical...

One of the most important things to do with new students is to build a good relationship with them. In order to teach effectively, the student must be able to enjoy your company and respect you. There are a few ways to build that relationship. First, talk to them about...

Teaching a student strategies can be broken up into 5 steps; remember, understand, apply, analyze and evaluate. Whether it is math, reading or writing a teacher must understand this concept in order to teach successfully. The first step is remember, regardless of the c...

    With so many good books out today, children have a endless list of books to choose from for summer reading.  At Jill Abrams Tutoring, we encourage children to choose their own books, something they are interested in. However, we do realize the need for variety and...

When children are able to read well, they have reached the point where they have each word form ingrained in their long-term, visual memory.  When reading they go straight to the prefrontal cortex, which has this visual format of the word stored, such as the word “monk...