Give your child a boost in school — practice at home with Sharpen Your Skills! Research shows that children benefit immensely when parents are actively involved in their education. Encourage strong study habits and offer your child enriching practice of core subject-area skills in math, reading, spelling, and writing. Short, standardized-style assessment pages will help give your child an edge in test taking. Track your child"s completed activities by using the record form in each of the three main sections.