10 Study Tips that Got Me Through College
By Audrey Kirt Have you tried to study but just found yourself staring at the page, not knowing where to start? Or have you started to study and felt like your brain was too foggy to take in any of the information? Having a studying process, as well as knowing how to fight brain fog and […]
Top Educational Resources and Tools
By McKenzie Borst Top 10 Educational Resources and Tools for Students Recommended by Our Tutors In today’s digital age, the right tools can make a big difference in a student’s learning journey.With so many online resources, it can be overwhelming to know which ones truly help students excel.That’s why we’ve curated 10 educational resources that […]
How Faith-Based Tutoring Can Mend Strained Family Relationships
By Hannah Thomas How Faith-Based Tutoring Can Mend Strained Relationships By Hannah Thomas Family relationships are central to a child’s emotional well-being. But when academic struggles enter the picture, tension often follows. Late-night homework battles.Growing frustration.Feelings of helplessness. Over time, these moments can create distance between parents and children. As Christians, we are called to […]
Distressed to Destressed: Overcoming Test Anxiety
By Audrey Kirt Did you know that standardized tests used to contain protocol in case a student threw up on the test booklet? Rather than digging into the reason for this testing sickness, people who noticed enough students vomiting from the stress of a test only added instructions for that occasion. While the ethics of standardized […]
Preparing for Online Tutoring
By Ja’Naya Bromley Have you ever wondered how you can set your child up for success before their first online tutoring session? It can be difficult to know how to get them prepared and ready. What if they don’t have everything they need? What if they are nervous? What happens if they become easily distracted? I […]
Overcoming Comma Confusion
By Audrey Kirt I’ll never forget the frustration of seeing “Run-on” scrawled across nearly every paragraph of my graded essays in school. Even with an English degree, commas baffled me for years. When my mom was homeschooling me, her advice was to just put a comma where you pause, but this technique only made me second-guess […]
10 Practical Dyslexia Tutoring Tips for Building Confidence
Faith-Based Dyslexia Tutoring Strategies That Build Confidence By McKenzie Borst Navigating dyslexia can feel overwhelming. But if you suspect your child may have it, there is hope. With the right support and faith-based dyslexia tutoring strategies, your child can grow in confidence, comprehension, writing, and study skills. Early Identification Matters You may notice struggles with: […]
Tried and True Test Taking Tips
Tried and True Test Taking Tips By Audrey Kirt Starting in third grade in most states, standardized tests are the cornerstone of academic achievement in today’s schools. But what if your student struggles with the multiple choice format? First, remember that a test is only measuring the taker’s ability at that moment; it is never an indication […]
Supporting Emotional Growth with Christian Tutors for Homeschool Families
By Audrey Kirt Many families who reach out to Family Focused Tutors are seeking support for schooling or full-time homeschooling due to anxiety or stress at school. Even if your child has been homeschooled for years, watching them struggle with emotions related to their academic abilities can be difficult. Family Focused Tutors can help your […]