My Child Is Failing: Now What? A Practical Guide for Parents

Is your child falling behind in school? You're not alone-and it's not too late. My Child Is Failing: Now What? is a heart-to-heart guide for parents who feel overwhelmed, frustrated, or uncertain about how to help their struggling child. Written with warmth, wisdom, and years of experience, this book walks beside you-showing step-by-step how to rebuild confidence, fill learning gaps, and reignite hope.
Dr. Cheryl Carter blends professional insight with real-life tutoring stories, offering parents practical, affordable solutions that actually work. From understanding hidden learning challenges to finding the right kind of tutoring (even on a budget), from catching up on high school credits to strengthening reading, writing, and math skills-this book gives you the tools and reassurance you need to move forward.
Whether your child is in preschool or high school, you'll find age-specific advice, inspiring stories, and easy-to-use resources-so you can stop panicking and start planning. Inside, you'll learn how to: Identify missing skills and address learning gaps effectively. Discover free and low-cost tutoring options and online credit recovery programs. Help your child regain motivation, study skills, and self-belief.
Advocate confidently for your child's needs in school settings. Use simple, research-based methods  My Child Is Failing, Now What? isn't just a book-it's a lifeline for parents who believe in second chances and know that failure is never the end of the story. With hope, humor, and heart, Dr. Carter reminds every reader: You can help your child succeed. You just need the right map.