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Middle School: Milestones and Development Articles

How Your Middle Schooler Thinks

Middle schoolers are officially in the realm of the "young adult." Your once little tot is now beginning to look and talk just like a grown-up. But, although your child does think mostly like an adult, there will be some exceptions. So, what are they?

Sixth Grade Reading and Writing: What to Expect

English Language Arts, the only subject required every single year from kindergarten through twelfth grade, becomes especially important in the middle school years. Elementary teachers typically spend a large part of the day on English, usually integrating it into a wide variety of subjects.

Gender Differences: Middle School

Here is a thorough parenting guide to understanding gender differences in middle school.

How to Talk to Your Middle Schooler

Does your middle schooler blame others for her actions? Perhaps she says, "The teacher gave me a D" when she should say, "I didn't check my answers and got a D." Boost your child's sense of responsibility by adding these three words to their daily vocabulary: chose, decide, and pick.