Like any professional, a student’s occupation is that of a professional learner.  If you can grasp this perspective, then it’s not hard to assume that there are there are smarter, more efficient ways to do his/her job. Of course, working hard is often expected and valued but to direct all energy to just working harder every minute of the day is unrealistic and in the end, unproductive. Here are some tools and strategies that can help kids to work smarter, that is, to learn more efficiently and enjoyably.  Granted that no tool is perfect as every learner has different needs, considering the features of these products will help you figure out what to look for when shopping to help your child work smarter, not harder.

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