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How can I tell if my child is having problems in school
By Wendy Simons

Until reports cards come out it is often difficult to know how your children may be doing in school. Most schools offer only minimal information about coursework and expectations and of course talking about school may not be something that our kids want to do with you every day. This makes it difficult for parents to judge how well their children is mastering the material.

Below are several ways which can help you check up on your child's schoolwork without having to wait for report-card time:

1. Check the work that your child brings home each day. You may have to dig through crumpled papers at the bottom of her backpack. Ask what assignments her teacher is giving the class.
2. Take notice of any comments that the teacher is giving on the papers.
3. Talk to your child about her classwork. Does she feel confident? Does she say whether she is keeping up or feels behind the rest of the kids?
4. Do not be afraid to talk to your child's teacher. Schedule a meeting if need be.
5. Most of the time the teacher will send home progress reports in between report cards. Are you getting them? If not then be sure to keep up with your child's reports from now on.

Author Details:
Wendy Simons, writes for a number of sites about health, beauty and cosmetic surgery, she also makes contributions to the A-Z of.com.

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