An article in the next issue of Better: Evidence-based Education examines how parents can work together with teachers to help children perform better in school. A program called "First Step to Success" focuses on children who have difficulty adjusting to routine school demands, such as following directions, doing one's work, and getting along with peers. Teachers and parents work together to teach the child these skills. Research results show that the First Step program improves social and school success skills and reduces problem behavior.