Florence Bernard worked as a teacher for 17 years in 5 different countries on 3 continents. In all those places, kids encounter the same issues with school work, underachievement, lack of organization, poor study skills, etc. Over the years, she has developed ways to tackle these issues and help parents get their kids back on track and ensure success at school. She also authored a book on this topic.

A bit of ranting and raving or things that get my blood boiling!  Just really wondering what we are teaching kids with such an example...  Thanks god there are still some people in France who take the...

A few ideas to make homework more interesting and go smoothly.

A few puzzled thoughts about the swine flu phobia.

A bit of appreciation for teachers. Share your experiences!

Sometimes, recognizing the importance of education is what is needed to reach real fulfilemnt.

Trying to open the debate on the value of education and the way it is perceived. Is education as much of a privilege as freedom? Is it part of it? Why is education taken for granted by so many people?

A few inspiring thoughts on the extraordinary crash landing on the Hudson River.

Thought provoking rant on good willing people who know it all but never actually come up with anything new.

Relationships developed by teenagers are likely to be tumultuous and can have consequences in their adult lives. Keeping an eye on them and pointing out the right attitude makes a lasting difference.

A few thoughts on how to start the year and maybe re-start your business in 2009.

A positive look at the next 12 months. Is there another way to look at 2009?

How negative situations should and can always be turned into something positive... and the mathematical proof of it!

A closer look at the way people work efficiently... or not and how you can help your kids get into the right working habits early.

A few thoughts on the importance of work well done and self-pride, hoping to let teenagers and others see that real rewards only come to those who give nothing but their best.

A short reflection on the state of education nowadays and what is lacking to make it work better very easily.