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A Family Guide to School Success

In Spanish with English Subtitles

7 Secretos Escolares is an engaging video with interesting characters, realistic scenarios, an original Latin soundtrack and a storyline that will interest students and parents alike. Laura wants to be a singer. Carlos dreams of being an astronaut. But as both fall behind in school, their dreams dim. Then the local shopkeeper steps in. Soon Carlos, Laura and their families learn the 7 secrets of school success. Carlos' and Laura's parents learn to set up a good home-study environment and encourage their children. Carlos and Laura develop good study routines and become more organized. Follow along as they become successful students and their dreams become brighter.

Every school serving a growing Hispanic population will benefit from this practical approach to improving school achievement. Designed to make school success a family endeavor, this research-based educational kit will improve student organizational skills, teach parents how to set up home life to improve school success, and encourage students to develop study routines.

Each Educational Kit Includes:

• 2 Lending DVDs
• Educator's Guide
• 2 Family Packs
• Sturdy Cassette Binder

Each Family Pack Contains:

• One comic book with coloring poster
• One color mini-poster showing the 7 secrets
• One refrigerator magnet showing the 7 secrets

Audience

Latino parents and students, ages seven and older. For use in bi-lingual setting, with parent groups, at parent/student events, or for in-home viewing with a lending DVD or VHS.

Developer

Developed by IRIS Media, Inc.

Resources

• Research Summary