Author Archives: Charles Burns

“But when are we ACTUALLY going to use this?!”  As a tutor, I must hear that question at least once a week.  At some point, every student wonders why he or she is forced to study math.  They question the … Continue reading »

As AP Exam time grows nearer, I get quite a few calls from parents looking for help with preparing their son or daughter for the big test day.   Whether the student is preparing for Calculus, Physics, US History, or any … Continue reading »

Success in any area is found in the mastery of its most basic skills and concepts. Every NBA all-star had to learn to dribble a basketball perfectly. Every concert violinist playing in Carnegie Hall had to learn the proper way … Continue reading »

The StudyShop Blog is up and running! This blog is a place for students and parents alike to find the tools they need for a more successful education. It is a forum to ask questions and find answers. Here you’ll … Continue reading »