CBS "News" strikes AGAIN

Set high but attainable standards, and consistently do what it takes to get
your kids to reach them.

If you have developed "parental deafness" fix it NOW!

NOTHING is worse for your childs future than being allowed to "daddy, daddy,
daddy" you while you ignore them. Acknowlege them, ask them what they want,
and start actively teaching them when to listen and when to speak. When
appropriate, tell them to wait, and escalate the punishment until they learn
this lesson.



"Judah" wrote in message
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My kids are just starting in school. My son is in 3rd grade and my
daughter
will start Kindergarden next fall.

Please advise on how I can ensure that my children grasp the knowledge
presented to them.

Thanks.

"Tom Sixkiller" wrote in
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"Michael Houghton" wrote in message
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Well, if in sending my kids to public schools all these years (they're
all in or past college now) I'd seen even ONE that comprehended HOW the
young minds grasps knowledge I'd say "most". That's not been me
experience.


I won't deny that there are a significant number of teachers whose
ability to teach is questionable, but many teachers actually give a
damn about their students, doing their best to *teach*. Oh, and "rote
learning" is not so nearly ubiquitous as you would claim.

"Giving a damn" is completely worthless if they don't know _HOW_ it
works.

Your tirade is so full of manure that it is laughable -- or would be
if you weren't expressing a range of opinions that are painfully
common.

You don't have a clue what you're talking about.


yours,
Michael



Best,

Tom