The Middle School Years (Achieving the Best Education for Your Child Grades 5-8)

Studies have shown that the middle school years are key to a child's future. With social pressures escalating and schoolwork becoming more and more demanding, many children lose their way during these years - and the effect can be devastating. This book offers a comprehensive, detailed approach to successfully guiding your child through this challenging time and shows you how to become your child's advocate at school. Find out: What your child should be learning, if he or she is on track, and if the school is really doing its job; What books middle school kids should be reading; How to help your child become more organized; The truth about standardized testing, and what the results mean for your child; How to get your child into advanced placement or other special classes; How to pick a tutor; How to unravel conflicts between your child and a teacher...and the answers to many other important issues.