USMLE Tutoring - Studying Your USMLE Exam Successfully

USMLE Tutoring - Studying Your USMLE Exam SuccessfullyUSMLE Tutoring is an essential step for any USMLE student. Not only does it ensure that the student's USMLE scores are done correctly, but it is also important for students to gain a more in-depth understanding of their own abilities and those of the various test modules. Each USMLE test has multiple choice questions and essay sections that can have extreme difficulty and learning for students with little experience in taking exams.USMLE Tutoring is a hands-on training course that is designed to help students prepare for and successfully complete all of the different types of tests that will be needed during their medical school admissions or residency. Each module in the USMLE course is accompanied by a lecture, along with various practice tests and assessments. Students are encouraged to create study groups to work together to help them develop study habits, work on specific aspects of the tests, and ensure that they have the ap propriate study materials.Students are required to take a lot of test modules, each of which have different types of questions that vary from one type of exam to another. USMLE Tutoring allows for a student to easily see how a particular test might have different types of questions, which can help students prepare for the exam. For example, if a particular section of a USMLE exam has essay questions, then students will need to focus on the types of questions they might encounter in this type of test, as well as the types of answers that they might receive. USMLE Tutoring allows students to learn about the types of essay questions they will likely face on any given exam, and how they should structure their responses.USMLE Tutoring is also a good resource for students who have gotten frustrated with the lack of guidance available through the various exams they have taken. USMLE Tutoring allows students to easily develop study habits that will help them when they take the various USMLE exams in the future. Students are able to get a good idea of what kinds of study techniques are most effective for them and how they should structure their study schedule.USMLE Tutoring is designed so that students are able to easily absorb and apply the information they have learned in the past. The focus is on preparing students for the tests that they will have to take and are not designed to force students to study for the exams that they do not wish to take. Instead, USMLE Tutoring allows students to quickly identify what tests they are most likely to fail and to avoid these exams until they can effectively master the material that they will need to know to pass the test.When students first begin USMLE Tutoring, they are provided with a list of different types of tests that they will likely need to take and each of these tests has its own sets of questions that may not be discussed in the lecture that is part of the course. These are pre-assigned tests that students need to fo cus on taking and studying in order to be successful. USMLE Tutoring can also be used to provide students with an assessment of their comprehension and skills and therefore, it can provide a valuable tool for evaluating any improvements in students' study habits.Each test module in the USMLE course has its own set of research and writing portions that require different types of tests. USMLE Tutoring can be used to quickly identify which types of tests need to be taken, and which types of test modules will be presented in which type of exam. USMLE Tutoring can also be used to help students quickly organize and plan their study schedules, allowing them to plan study time to be flexible and adaptable to fit the needs of any particular test.As stated previously, USMLE Tutoring is not a method to force students to take specific exams. It is a comprehensive way to prepare students for each exam they may have to take, so that they will be prepared and ready to take the USMLE exam. If a stu dent is not certain of which type of test they will need to take on that exam, then USMLE Tutoring can provide helpful information about the types of test modules that they will likely need to study for on each exam.

Where to Get Help With Algebra

Where to Get Help With AlgebraIf you are struggling with math, you will be pleased to know that there are lots of places online and offline where you can get some great algebra help. The most obvious place is your local community college or high school, but there are plenty of other great opportunities as well. Many businesses offer great software that will help you with the math part of your program, as well as courses designed for people who are just beginning their high school career.Another great place to find help with algebra is in the classroom. Many teachers offer resources that will provide algebra help as well as helpful information on other subjects that you are learning. There are even many online math tutors available who can provide you with additional guidance as you work on your algebra coursework. You can find these services at any university, college, or vocational institution around the country.You may also need algebra help if you are struggling with the algebra c oncepts that are integral to the next subject that you are taking. Even if you are an excellent student with a good grade point average, you may find that it is helpful to know that someone else is struggling with these concepts as well. You may want to ask the professor if there is any help offered, especially if the algebra concepts are taking up a large portion of your coursework. It is always a good idea to find out about any extra resources that can be offered in the classroom, as well as at the library.The good thing about getting algebra help online is that it is very affordable. There are several online resources that you can use in addition to your own research and studies. These sites are easy to use and will allow you to connect with the people who know what it is like to be in your shoes, and who can guide you through algebra.A benefit of using an online algebra tutor is that they will provide you with an online workbook that you can print out and follow along. This is a great tool for you to have with you when you are doing your homework and study sessions. You can keep a complete, well-organized workbook in front of you so that you don't lose a thing. A good book with all of the concepts that you need to study will be just what you need to get through your algebra coursework.Most of the math concepts that you will need to master will be taught in your first year of college. Once you get through this, you will need to make sure that you are working on mastering some of the more difficult algebra concepts. This will make your coursework much more interesting to do and to understand. It is always a good idea to take your work home with you, or to include a notebook with your work and to write down the concepts that you find most difficult. This will make it easier for you to tackle the next algebra concepts that you need to learn.Algebra is one of the hardest math courses that you will ever take. If you need algebra help, there are plenty of options that you can explore to ensure that you get through your college career without much difficulty.

Learning to Read Music An Introduction for Singers

Learning to Read Music An Introduction for Singers Suzy S. Learning to read music can be a daunting task for beginner singers! Here, Ann Arbor, MI voice teacher  Elaina R. shows you how to get started Not to point out the obvious, but as singers, we don’t have keys on our instrument. We don’t have buttons that emit the same pitch every time they are pressed. Most of us don’t have perfect pitch, either. This makes learning to read music quite different for singers than for other musicians. Not only do singers deal with learning how to read what is on the page, we have to learn how each note feels in our voice. We have to learn to mentally map intervals and translate them from the page to our instruments. We have to stay in tune, even when singing a cappella (not an easy feat!). But don’t despair! Learning to read music is easy if you separate out the two basic components that make up music: rhythms and pitches. Feel the Beat Drums or clapping can keep rhythm because rhythm is independent from pitch. This is helpful, since you can practice the rhythm of a song before you sing a note simply by clapping or speaking it. If you do this work in advance, you don’t have to deal with learning the pitches and the rhythms simultaneously. Rhythm is controlled by several elements on the page: • Time Signatures: The time signature usually consists of two numbers, one stacked on top of the other, that come before the first note in a song. The one on top signifies how many beats are in a measure, while the one on the bottom signifies which note gets one beat. For example, 4/4 fits four quarter notes into each measure, 2/4 fits two quarter notes into each measure, and 2/2 fits two half notes into each measure. • Notes and Rests: Notes have different durations depending on how they look. They can look like round holes (a whole note, go figure), a filled-in note with a stem attached (a quarter note), a note connected to a bunch of other notes by a single line (an eight note), etc. Rests also have durations. Learning note and rest duration helps you with the rhythm of the music. Once you’ve familiarized yourself with the different kinds of notes, rests, and time signatures, try to put it all together. Start by speaking or clapping with the time signature. For example, for a piece in 4/4, start by marking time in four (one, two, three, four, one, two, three, four, etc.) Then add the notes and rests into the structure of the time signature. The Keyboard is Your Best Friend Once you’ve learned the rhythm to your song, you will need to know a little more musical theory to read the pitches. The basic gist of it is simple: the staff is made up of five lines and four spaces. Each line or space represents a specific pitch. A note placed in a particular line or space means that you have to sing that pitch. Here are some need-to-know terms for reading pitches: • Treble and Bass Clef: These determine which line and space corresponds to which note. Treble clef is generally used for higher voices, bass clef for lower voices. • Sharps and Flats: Sharps raise the notated pitch by a half step, while flats lower it by a half step. To illustrate, if there is a note on the lowest line of a treble clef staff, it is an E. Stick a sharp sign next to it and it becomes E sharp. A flat sign changes it into E flat. As I’ve already pointed out, singers are at somewhat of a disadvantage as compared to musicians with instruments that aren’t body parts. We can’t press a key and expect to hear the same note every time. Therefore, we can’t pick up a piece of music and read it perfectly without a starting pitch. This is why, for singers, the keyboard is the best tool for learning to read music. Learn your pitches at the keyboard, listening to each one and repeating it in the context of the rhythm of a song. Learning to Read, Learning to Sing Of course, it’s important to reinforce learning to read music with learning to sing it. A voice teacher can help you hit those high notes easily and comfortably, create nice phrases, and breathe in the right places. And if you get stuck trying to read the music, your voice teacher is there to help you learn the notes! Elaina R. teaches opera voice and  singing in Ann Arbor, MI, as well as through online lessons. She is currently  working on a Master of Music at the University of Michigan, and she has a B.M. from the University of Southern California.  Learn more about Elaina here! Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher Photo by Jennifer Brandel

Algebra Equation

Algebra Equation Algebra equation is used to find the solution of algebraic equation. This tool is used to calculate the value of unknown variable by using the algebraic property, formulas and its rules. The complicated algebraic equation can be solved by this tool in a very less time. So this tool increases the speed of solving the equations.It can be explained and understood by taking the suitable problem and solving such to get the result. The similar relevant problems are shown below for the better understanding of the concepts of the algebraic equation. Example 1:- Find x if (x+24)/2=20 Solution:-First of all we will solve the equation by the use of cross multiplication. (x+24)/2=20 X+24=40 Now to solve this equation, we need to subtract 24 from both side of the equation, we will get, X+24-24=40-24 Therefore, X=16 is the required solution of the problem. Example2:- Find x if (x+3)/2=4/3 Solution:- First of all we will solve the equation by the use of cross multiplication, we will get (x+3)/2=4/3 3x + 9 =8 Now to solve this equation further that is finding the value of x , we need to subtract 9 from both side of the equation ,we will get. 3x+9 -9 =8 -9 Therefore, 3x = -1 Finally to get the value of unknown variable x, we need to divide the above equation by 3 both sides Therefore, 3x/3 = -1/3 So x = -1/3 In this problem, x = -1/3 is the solution of the equation (x+3)/2=4/3

6 Common Questions About Beginning Guitar

6 Common Questions About Beginning Guitar Megan L. Thinking about taking guitar lessons? Its one of the most popular instruments for beginners! While its pretty easy to pick up the guitar and start plucking, if you really want to master the chords and songs you hear from your favorite artists, working with an experienced guitar teacher is important. Here, Brooklyn guitar teacher Amit P. discusses six of the most common questions new guitar players have before starting lessons 1. Am I too young or too old to start learning how to play the guitar?   Progress in music is all about determination. As long as you have your heart in it, age is never a problem. Ive taught students who were 6 years old and students who were 50+ they all rocked! Its always the right time to start playing. 2. Do I have to practice 5 hours a day for the rest of my life? Well, in a perfect world all of my students are free of school/work/social life and they are practicing 10 hours a day. However, if you take lessons on a regular basis and practice your material an hour a day, youre on the right track. Most of the concepts we cover in the lessons are practiced through a song that incorporates the material, which makes practicing a very natural process. For example, if you want to learn how to play with a guitar slide, we can play Red Hot Chili Peppers Scar Tissue. 3. Should I start by playing classical guitar or electric? Anything works, just remember its important to get used to your instrument. Younger students often have a hard time with the weight of an electric guitar; others might have trouble with the size of a classical guitar. At the end of the day, you grow accustomed to your instrument and not the other way around. The more time you will spend with your guitar, the more comfortable you will feel. 4. I only play rock/metal/jazz/polka, why do I need to study other musical styles? Lets be clear here: music is music is music.  Exposing yourself to new music keeps your muse and brain hungry and constantly developing. Thats how great new music is created! 5. Is it true that guitar players cant read music? Nope, reading notes is extremely easy. Written music enables us to: (a) preserve music that was never recorded, (b) play any written piece whether it was written for 5 cellos and a trumpet or a piano, and (c) better understand the music we make and come across. It is just as important (and easy) as learning how to read. 6. How can I be the best guitarist I can be? Do I need expensive gear? All you need is your instrument, patience, and maybe a metronome as well. Its all about practice. Playing guitar pays back the time youve invested in it; its that simple. The more you play and practice, the better you get. Having great teachers is a tremendous help along the way, but the key ingredient here is you *Its all in your hands.* Amit P.  teaches bass guitar, songwriting, and  guitar lessons  in Brooklyn, NY. He has been teaching for 15 years and he joined the TakeLessons team in August 2013. Amit specializes in teaching many genres of music, from country to metal. Learn  more about Amit  or  search for a teacher  near  you! Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher You might also like The Secret to Playing Guitar 10 Easy Guitar Songs for Beginners This Summer [Infographic] Why Your Lead Guitar Technique May Be Boring Your Audience Photo by David Masters

Algebra 2 Homework Help

Algebra 2 Homework Help Algebra involves solving quadratic equations . Quadratic equation is a second degree polynomial. It helps in solving may real world situations. Quadratic curves are known as circle, ellipse and hyperbola. Quadratic equation helps in solving problems on physics. The general form of quadratic equation is ax2 + bx + x = 0 where a,b,c are real numbers. The highest power of the variable that occurs in the equation is the degree of the equation. The value of the variable for which the value of quadratic equation becomes zero is the zero of a quadratic equation. The roots of quadratic equation are also called as zeros of quadratic equation. The following examples illustrate finding roots of quadratic equation. Example 1:- Find roots of quadratic equation X^2 + 5x = 6 =0 Solution 1: - x2 + 5x = 6 =0 ( x + 2) ( x + 3 ) = 0 by factorization either x+2 = 0 or x +3 = 0 x = -2 or x = -3 . Example 2:- Solve: (x+3)/(x+2) = (3x-7)/(2x-3) Solution 2:- ( x+ 3) (2x 3) = (x+2) (3x 7) by cross multiplication 2 x2 3x + 6x 9 = 3x2 7 x + 6x 14 -x2 + 4x + 5 = 0 x2 - 4x - 5 = 0 (x-5) (x+ 1) =0 ( by factorization) either x-5 = 0 or x + 1 = 0 x = 5 or x = -1 Hence, obtained the value of x. The nature of roots can be determined by using the values of x.

How to Use Instagram

How to Use Instagram The Practical Guide for New Instagrammers ChaptersCreating an Account and Following OthersUsing the Site’s Different TabsBecoming an Instagrammer: Posting Photos and VideosDisconnecting or Deactivating Your Instagram AccountOf all the different social media platforms, Instagram is one of the most popular for celebrities.Instagram is one of the best options for social networking and photo sharing because that's the site's focus. The concept is simple: Share photos and admire everyone else’s life.There are a few main types of photos on Instagram: glamour shots, beautiful landscapes, and sexy food. Everyone can find an account for them and share their everyday adventures on social media or follow their favourite celebrities.If you want to get started on Instagram, here’s Superprof’s guide to creating your account and becoming an Instagrammer. 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To find the app, just go to the App Store or Google Store on your phone.The Instagram community is known for being kinder than those on Twitter and Facebook. (Source: StockSnap)You’ll need to give some information to sign up:Your email addressA usernameYour first and last name (optional)A passwordA telephone number (optional)A website (optional)A profile photo (you can add this later)You just need to click on “Sign up”. You’ll have to click on “Log in” the next time. While you’ve created an account, things are just getting started.You need to choose who you want to follow. Whether it’s Rihanna, Kristen Steward, or K anye West, there are plenty of famous people on the platform.Find the best IT courses around on here.If you don’t know who to follow, here are the 20 most popular accounts in 2019:InstagramCristiano RonaldoSelena GomezAriana GrandeDwayne “The Rock” JohnsonKim KardashianKylie JennerBeyoncéTaylor SwiftJustin BieberNeymar JrLionel MessiKendall JennerNational GeographicNicki MinajNikeKhloé KardashianMiley CyrusJennifer LopezKaty PerryYou can also follow the accounts suggested by Instagram. To do this, just click on “Follow”. You can also “like” photos posted by people.Find the best IT courses online on Superprof.Using the Site’s Different TabsNot everyone grew up with smartphones and won’t know how to use Instagram’s interface. Don’t worry, we’re going to explain everything!Instagram has a simple layout. (Source: Wokandapix)There are 5 different tabs on Instagram.The first is the house icon which represents the home page. This is where you’ll see photos from the accounts you follow. You can access your messages from the top right of the page or publish a story from the top left.The second tab with the magnifying glass is the search feature. There are also Instagram Stories underneath the search bar.The third tab includes your own photos.The fourth icon, the heart, is your notifications. This allows you to see the activity on your account and whether people are liking your posts. You can also see who’s commenting on your photos.The last icon on the right is your account. From here, there are a few things you can do:You can add friends from Facebook or your contacts.You can configure your account, add friends, link your account to other social media accounts.You can change your profile picture, your personal information, etc.Don’t hesitate to have a look around each menu to understand what you can do. Remember that when you log back into Instagram, you’ll go back to the home page.Find out more about using Twitter.Becoming an Instagr ammer: Posting Photos and VideosIf you like nice photos, Instagram is great!You can do a lot of things with Instagram. (Source: wilkernet)Instagram photos are usually well framed and modified with filters to make them look even better. To post photos or videos to Instagram, you just have to click on the “+” in the middle of the app. You’ll have the choice between taking a new photo or video or selecting one from your storage. It’s great for a quick selfie!You can use hashtags (#) on your photos to identify the keywords. Tagging photos makes them easier to find in the sea of other photos on the platform.If it’s a good image with a good message, you’ll get plenty of likes and comments. However, don’t panic if you don’t become an overnight celebrity. You just need to increase the number of followers and likes.The easiest way to do this is to post regularly and interact with your followers, take photos of different things, and make the most of Instagram’s functionality .Don’t forget to put a description of what you’re posting. You can also add where the photo was taken and tag people in photos and videos.If you’re not sure about your skills as a photographer, don’t panic and follow this advice:“To have talent, you must be convinced that you possess it” - Gustave FlaubertYou need to know the difference between Instagrammers and influencers. The latter are paid by brands to put product placement in their photos. Instagrammers don’t necessarily do it for commercial gain. That said, an Instagrammer can become an influencer when a brand gets in touch.Finally, don’t hesitate to share your photos and videos. Sharing is caring, after all.If you're looking for work, you should consider making a LinkedIn account.Disconnecting or Deactivating Your Instagram AccountIf you’re sick of filters and hashtags and need a break, you need to disconnect.If you find yourself spending too much time on Instagram, you can always quit. (Source: Webster2703 )It’s very easy to disconnect from Instagram without uninstalling everything. Just go to your own account, click on the three lines, and then on the gear icon and click log out.There are few things in this life that are that simple. However, if you can’t find the button, you may need to update the app. In this case, just go to the Store, uninstall and then reinstall the app.If you’re sick of boomerangs, have had enough of Fashion Week, or can’t be bothered with product placement from reality TV stars, quitting Instagram might be a good idea.Here’s a simple way to deactivate your account:Open the page in a browser (not the app)Log in with your credentialsClick on the account tabClick on “Edit profile”Click on “Temporarily disable my account”Enter your passport and confirmDeactivating your account won’t delete your data. It just means that nobody can see your posts.  To delete your account, you need to go to the “Edit profile” page. You have to choose a reason for wanting to delete your account and enter your password again. And there you have it, you’ve deleted your Instagram account.Now you know how to create an account, follow users, use the app, and also how to become an Instagrammer, or delete your Instagram.You can also learn more about social networks like Tumblr, Pinterest, etc, thanks to our articles on the subject. You can also get tutorials on IT and using computers!If you need more help with computers or social media, you can always get in touch with the private tutors on Superprof. There are plenty of tutors around the UK and all over the world who are ready to help you learn some new skills.There are three main types of tutorials offered on the platform: group tutorials, online tutorials, and face-to-face tutorials.For those on a budget, group tutorials are a great idea. If you and a few friends fancy learning more about computers, you can share the cost of hiring a tutor. Of course, you won't get the tailored tuition you might expect from other types of private tutorials.Face-to-face tutorials are your traditional private tutorials with just one student. This allows the tutor to tailor their tuition to their student and allows you to get a bespoke service. This is great if you have specific goals in mind as you can tell your tutor what you want to learn, how you like to learn, and let them build an entire course around you.Finally, there are online private tutorials. These are similar to face-to-face tutorials with the only difference being that they're taught remotely using video conferencing software such as Skype. These tend to be cheaper than the face-to-face tutorials since the tutor doesn't have to worry about travel costs and other expenses.Fortunately for you, most of the tutors on Superprof offer free tuition for the first hour. You can use this time to try out different tutors, discuss what you want to learn with them, talk about their teaching approaches, and, most importantly, check whet her or not you get along with them. It can be really tricky learning a new skill from a private tutor if you and the tutor just aren't clicking. If you're going to be spending a lot of time with your tutor, you'll need to have a good relationship with them.

How Teaching Guitar to Others Can Help You Improve Your Own Skills

How Teaching Guitar to Others Can Help You Improve Your Own Skills Suzy S. Students arent the only ones learning a lot from guitar lessons! Guitar teacher Mike J. shares the many benefits hes seen over his many years of teaching experience There are many benefits to teaching guitar â€" you meet interesting people, form lasting friendships, and learn the virtue of patience, a little bit about human psychology, the importance of positive reinforcement, and some things about yourself. Often through students, I have heard about many recording artists who are not well known and that I have enjoyed listening to, or learning songs from. And of course, who doesn’t enjoy being paid for doing what they love best? But perhaps one of the most valuable side benefits is that you improve your own guitar and musicianship skills through teaching others. As a musician, it can be hard to motivate yourself to practice, unless you have a band rehearsal or a public performance coming up. But when I teach, I am always playing along with the student. If they are playing a melody, I am playing an accompaniment. No matter what we are doing, I need to be able to demonstrate the proper way of playing it, so I am playing the guitar for hours every day. That alone is of great benefit, and keeps my fingers nimble and my technique accurate. It also keeps my mind active and my music reading skills up. Many times a student will want to play a song that I have never heard, or in a musical style that I am not totally familiar with. By learning the song with the student, I am expanding my palette of skills and accompaniment styles. I am also broadening my musical tastes. Often I have cringed at the thought of learning a particular song only to discover that the song had more intrigue than I thought. In one afternoon I might play artists as diverse as Bach, Metallica, Peter Paul and Mary, Pat Metheny, The Beatles, OneRepublic, Van Halen, Hank Williams, and Taylor Swift. And I would not be honest if I didn’t admit that sometimes I have to practice a song in between lessons just to make sure I can play it better than my advanced students! Sometimes when a student has to cancel at the last minute, you find yourself alone with your guitar and a half hour to kill. What a perfect opportunity to practice, with no excuse not to! Through teaching guitar I have also discovered many fine instructional books on the market, such as books on finger-picking styles, rock guitar solos, jazz chord-melody style, bluegrass technique, theory books specifically for guitarists, and the list goes on and on. Teaching has also led me to find programs and apps to help students learn. There is technology out there that can slow songs down and change their key, help you practice with a metronome and program it to gradually speed up, loop difficult sections for practice, and notate songs in both tab and sheet music. So if you are sitting on a fence thinking about whether you should teach lessons on the guitar, bass or even the ukulele, theres a good chance youre ready to teach! You won’t only be enriching your students lives; you’ll be enriching your own as well. Mike J. teaches  acoustic guitar, bass guitar,  blues guitar, classical guitar, as well as  country guitar  in Ogden, UT.  He received his Applied Music Degree from  Mohawk College and has gone on to receive many certifications and awards since then.    Mike is a  full time music instructor with over thirty years of experience teaching, performing, and writing music.  Learn more about Mike J. here! Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher Photo  by  quinn.anya

Holiday Break Learning Activities

Holiday Break Learning Activities For most families, holiday break is symbolicyouve reached the midway point of the school year and its time for a breather. However, that doesnt mean your child should spend the next two weeks scrolling social media. Here are eight holiday activities for kids you can try over the break that will boost your childs brain power: Reading Dont force your child to crack those textbooks, but do encourage him or her to choose a book (or several) to enjoy over break. Head to the library for an afternoon at the start of break to stock up. Consider reading something together to make it a fun family activity. Classes for fun Look around and youll discover many fun holiday learning activities and classes for children over break. Your nearby recreation center, library or bookstore are good places to look for winter break classes and workshops on things like cooking, holiday crafts, writing, art or even sports. Museum hopping Art galleries, history museums, and nature and science museums make ideal day trips for children of all ages. Check out those in your town for any special exhibits for the holidays. Holiday break is a chance to explore some of those lesser-known museums too, like a heritage museum or sports museum. Educational movies/TV Who doesnt love curling up on the couch around the holidays to enjoy some entertainment on screen? When you visit the library, look for interesting documentaries or based-on-true-events movies that might pique your childs interest. Perhaps theres a thought-provoking TV series (think science, animal and history channels) that your family could watch together over break. College research If you have a high school student, holiday break is a great time to do some college research and/or preparation. That might include browsing college websites to start gathering information, reading up on financial aid or fine-tuning that admissions essay if you have a senior who is working on applications. Cooking Many families do a lot of entertaining and hosting over the holidays, which means lots of food. And guess what? Cooking involves practical math skills such as measuring and shopping, and time management skills for the planning and preparation. Hand your child a cookbook and put him or her in charge of your holiday menu. Family history documentation Your child could devote some time this break to creating a cherished book of family history. Have your child call or visit family members to ask about their childhoods or favorite holiday memories. Science projects What is your child curious about? Whats going on around you? Have your child come up with a few things to track or measure over break (e.g. snow accumulation or hourly temperature). Have him or her research easy science experiments online that he or she can do with household materials and try a few a day. Holiday break is the perfect chance for your child to explore something new and relish learning for the fun of it. Get creative. There are all kinds of ways for your child to keep her mind engaged over break while having fun at the same time.