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Unmasking Terrifying Halloween Trivia

Last Updated: Oct 29, 2019

As the weather begins to chill and the days get shorter, you can also be sure that Halloween is just around the corner with its promises of jolly Jack O’Lanterns, creative costumes, and stockpiles of sweets. But how much do…

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Most Commonly Misused Words in Writing

Last Updated: Aug 6, 2019

One of the most common errors I see when reading anything from students (and even adults) is the tendency to mix up homophones. Homophones are words that sound the same but have different meanings and spellings, like “to,” “too,” and…

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A Grade Ahead’s Favorite Fathers from Books

Last Updated: Jun 11, 2019

With Father’s Day right around the corner, we thought it would be a fun idea to ask the A Grade Ahead team for their favorite fathers from books (including father figures)! What’s that? You are experiencing déjà vu?  Don’t worry.…

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Vocabulary Practice Doesn’t Have to be Boring!

Last Updated: Apr 30, 2019

With a skill like vocabulary, sometimes it seems like the only option for learning is repetition and memorization. But for many children, this method can lead to boredom or even frustration – especially if the child struggles with those types…

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5 Tips to Avoid Cabin Fever This Winter

Last Updated: Mar 12, 2019

Winter feels so long, doesn’t it? Even though it is apparently about the same length as all of the other seasons, it just seems to drag on forever and ever. Maybe, it’s the cold. Maybe, it’s the dark, or the…

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4 Common Misconceptions about English Tutoring

Last Updated: Dec 4, 2018

As an after-school enrichment teacher for almost 7 years now, I know a lot about parental expectations, and I have seen firsthand how much parents invest in their students’ educations. Mostly, parents are a delight to work with, and it…

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