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The BK Blog
The BK Blog serves as a valuable resource for parents, students, and educators alike, offering insightful articles, tips, and advice on various educational topics. With a focus on providing valuable information and guidance, the BK Blog keeps readers informed about the latest trends in education, study techniques, test preparation strategies, and more, ensuring that they stay ahead in their academic pursuits!
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Early Childhood Education Programs: A Head Start to SSAT and ISEE Prep
The first five years of a child's life are often called the "building years" for a good reason. During this time, the brain grows and...
Bright Kids
Aug 208 min read
How to Help Your Child Become a Confident Writer (Without the Tears)
Let’s be honest. Getting kids to write can sometimes feel like pulling teeth. One minute they’re spinning imaginative tales about flying...
Bright Kids
Aug 123 min read
Why the Hunter High School Test Is So Tough — and How to Tackle It
Hunter College High School (HCHS) is one of New York City’s most prestigious schools, and gaining admission is no easy feat. The entrance...
Bright Kids
Aug 55 min read
How to Get Ready for the Fall Kindergarten Admissions Cycle Over the Summer (So You Don’t Sink in the Fall)
Summer is here, and while it’s the perfect time for ice cream, beach trips, and backyard barbecues, if you’re a parent in the middle of...
Bright Kids
Jul 295 min read
How to Prevent Summer Brain Drain in Young Kids
Summer is finally here! Sunshine, vacations, pool days—what could be better? But before we dive into all that fun, there’s one thing to...
Bright Kids
Jul 223 min read
Stanford-Binet – Why You Need Prep (Even Though Hunter Says No)
If you’re familiar with the competitive landscape of NYC private schools, you’ve probably heard of the Stanford-Binet test. It’s the...
Bright Kids
Jul 154 min read
New Digital SHSAT – What’s Different
The Specialized High School Admissions Test (SHSAT) is one of the most important exams for 8th-grade students applying to New York...
Bright Kids
Jul 84 min read
How to Work with Your 4-Year-Old at Home to Prep for Private School Playdate
For many parents applying to private schools, the idea of a playdate interview for preschool or kindergarten can be nerve-wracking. How...
Bright Kids
Jul 14 min read
ISEE vs SSAT – How Do You Decide Which One to Take?
If you have a child preparing for private school admissions, one of the most important decisions you’ll need to make is which test to...
Bright Kids
Jun 244 min read
How to Get the Most Out of Your Tutoring Sessions
Whether your child is preparing for a major test, seeking to improve their grades, or working on developing specific skills, tutoring can...
Bright Kids
Jun 174 min read
How Tutoring Can Help Students Excel Academically
Every student strives for academic success, but the path can often feel daunting. As educational demands increase, many students find...
Bright Kids
Jun 104 min read
Last-Minute Stanford-Binet Suggestions for Success!
Your child is scheduled to sit with a psychologist to take the Stanford-Binet exam for Hunter College Elementary School admissions in a...
Bright Kids
Nov 14, 20203 min read
The 1, 2, 3's of Preschool Math at Home
When parents think of teaching math to their children, they often think of their own experience growing up--hours at the kitchen table...
Bright Kids
Nov 4, 20203 min read
Demystifying the Thinking & Engagement Assessment
The Thinking & Engagement Assessment, or T&E, is a new, Zoom-based assessment that a group of private schools adopted for use during the...
Bright Kids
Oct 12, 20204 min read
Seven tips for kindergarten private school admissions - What you need to do before you even apply!
Parents who reside in New York City start their quest for private school admissions early Even with a pandemic and over 15,000...
Bright Kids
Oct 1, 20202 min read
Private School Admissions NYC: How to Maximize Student Acceptance Chances
Families residing in New York City start their quest for private school admissions early if they want the best opportunities possible for...
Bright Kids
Sep 22, 20206 min read
Crafting a Captivating Admissions, ISEE, SSAT or Hunter High School Essay
You can write a captivating essay that will grab the attention of school admissions committees and genuinely move them.
Bright Kids
Aug 14, 20208 min read
How Young Kids Can Succeed on Zoom: Tips for Gifted and Talented NYC and Private School Admissions
If your four to five-year old child is preparing to enter preschool or kindergarten in the next school year, chances are a lot of their edu
Bright Kids
Jul 31, 20206 min read
5 big differences between ISEE versus SSAT
In this ISEE vs SSAT blog, we will explain the difference between the two to help you decide whether to take the ISEE or SSAT.
Bright Kids
Jul 12, 20203 min read
How to prevent summer brain drain in young kids...
When it comes to summer break, school is usually the last thing on a child’s mind. Instead, family trips and playtime with friends take...
Bright Kids
Jun 25, 20202 min read
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