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8 Short Stories to Teach Literary Devices

With these short stories to teach literary devices, see how authors use literary techniques and elements with a captivating tale you can read in under an hour. Whether you’re an educator looking for instructional materials or a student looking for ELA practice, this selection of entertaining stories are ripe with material for literary analysis [...]

By Sara Fetahagic|2025-04-24T11:27:52-05:00April 24th, 2025|English, Learning Tips|

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5 Strategies for Overcoming Math Anxiety

For those who struggle with math, there are plenty of strategies for overcoming math anxiety. From practicing mindfulness to asking for extra help when you need it, there’s undoubtedly something that will work for you. In this article, we’ll cover what math anxiety is, what may cause it, and some helpful strategies and tips [...]

By Josephine Schreiber|2025-04-28T17:34:30-05:00April 22nd, 2025|Learning Tips, Math|

10 Books to Improve Vocabulary Acquisition

An enriched vocabulary yields improved communication and comprehension of English—Piqosity has curated this collection of books to improve vocabulary skills for the purpose of providing a resource for anyone looking to build and strengthen their vocabulary. These novels contain precise and imaginative diction, helping you develop your vocabulary and reading comprehension skills while being [...]

By Sara Fetahagic|2025-04-10T16:11:21-05:00April 10th, 2025|ACT Test Prep, English, Favorites, ISEE Test Prep, Learning Tips, Piqosity News, SAT Test Prep|

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Making Math Fun: Hobbies that Improve Math Skills

A great way to exercise your math skills in your free time is by making math fun! Staying on top of your math practice can be hard if you don’t find it interesting. From puzzles to crafts, so many fun activities involve mathematics. Take up one of these hobbies to have fun while practicing [...]

By Sara Fetahagic|2025-03-20T09:49:10-05:00March 20th, 2025|Learning Tips, Math|

The Best Educational YouTube Channels That Can Help you with ELA and History

Integrating learning into your free time in a fun, entertaining way is an excellent way to take a break from traditional studying while you still enrich your knowledge. The best educational YouTube channels do just that: teach valuable and interesting topics in education in an entertaining, accessible way. There are so many amazing YouTubers [...]

By Sara Fetahagic|2025-04-24T01:12:05-05:00February 20th, 2025|English, Learning Tips, Teachers & Tutors|

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Educational YouTube Channels That Can Help you with Math and Science

If you’re looking for help in any subject, there are tons of YouTube creators who make entertaining educational math & science videos. From working through an algebraic equation to exploring human evolution, there’s at least one excellent video explaining what you want to know. Whether you get stuck on a problem as you’re doing [...]

By Sara Fetahagic|2025-03-06T16:08:08-06:00February 20th, 2025|Learning Tips, Math, Teachers & Tutors|

Multiplayer Math Games You Can “Count” On

If you are the parent, teacher, or tutor of a student who is particularly resistant to practicing their math skills, you’re no doubt eager for strategies to engage them—enter, multiplayer math games! Particularly in upper grade levels as the myth of “I suck at math” becomes more entrenched in students' learning, finding ways to [...]

By Josephine Schreiber|2025-01-23T12:55:06-06:00January 23rd, 2025|Learning Tips, Math, Teachers & Tutors|

Creating Realistic Reading Goals for 2025

A new year is a great time for new beginnings! People have a natural urge to change as the year changes, but it's easy to relinquish a resolution—especially when everyday routines and other obligations get in the way. If your resolution this 2025 is to read more, staying committed comes down to building a [...]

By Sara Fetahagic|2025-04-09T01:06:15-05:00January 9th, 2025|English, Holidays, Learning Tips|

Productive Ways to Spend Your Winter Break

Winter break is here! As a student, this is your time to rest between semesters and spend time with loved ones. While your winter break time is well-spent celebrating the holidays or enjoying the cold weather, it’s a good idea to carry some of your school year routine into the [...]

By Sara Fetahagic|2025-01-30T14:25:24-06:00December 30th, 2024|College Resources, Holidays, Learning Tips|

Last-Minute SAT Tips: How to Study in Less Time

How much time is left before your SAT test day? If your answer is anything under 2 months and you want a good score, you should already be studying. It happens—the exam could completely slip your mind, or you simply procrastinate until test day is around the corner. These last-minute SAT tips are study [...]

By Sara Fetahagic|2024-12-30T08:48:20-06:00December 19th, 2024|Learning Tips, SAT Test Prep|

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