7 ways to get kids to actually pay attention during remote learning

Ah, remote learning. It’s just so… horrible.

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So far, my kid isn’t struggling so much with keeping his attention, but I think that’s because his teacher gives him breaks often and he’s excited to be on his computer (the novelty will wear off soon, I know). But if your kid is having a hard time focusing, senior reporter Catherine Pearson put together a list of seven ways to help your kids along.

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And speaking of parents, don’t be that parent who yells in the background or is too pushy in a trying school year. Here are some simple but meaningful ways for parents to not be a jerk during remote learning.

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So spot on it hurts

Childrens' books to love

These childrens’ books help kids understand life during a pandemic, from handwashing to separation and more.

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For when your kid is keeping you awake

My colleague Brittany Wong posed an interesting question at one of our team meetings recently: How will bullying change if kids aren’t physically together in the schoolyard? We were curious too, and so she spoke with a variety of experts to find out their thoughts. Here are her findings.