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Dyslexia Support for Parents: What You Need to Know

Did you know Dyslexia is the most common learning difference? Dyslexia affects 1 in 5 children. As the school year winds down, educators are entering Individualized Education Program (IEP) season—filling their schedules with meetings that focus on reviweing and updating learning plans. But amid the excitement of Spring Break and end of year transitions, its […]

End of Year Testing: Study Methods that Actually Work to Defeat Test Anxiety

A little nervous energy can sometimes sharpen focus and improve performance. But what happens when that nervousness turns into full-blown anxiety—especially during high-stakes tests like state exams or the SATs? This time of year is often filled with pressure, and the weight placed on these “life-changing” tests can feel overwhelming for both students and parents. […]

Identifying Learning Styles: How to Understand Your Child’s Learning Style for Better Results

Understanding your child’s learning style is key to helping them succeed in school and beyond. Every child processes information differently—some learn best through visuals, others through listening, and some by doing. Mistaking one learning style for another (for example: thinking your child learns best through hands-on experience (kinesthetic) when really learn best from diagrams (visual)) […]

3 Tips to Make Reading More Enjoyable for Reluctant Readers

1. Identify Interests Discovering what captivates someone can transform them into an enthusiastic reader. If a child can spend hours discussing dinosaurs, then books exploring prehistoric wonders can be their gateway into reading. Those passionate about sports might find biographies of athletes or stories about memorable games engaging. For science enthusiasts, books that examine new […]

How to Use Math Activities Real-Life Skills and Vice Versa

One of the main reasons children develop a dislike for math is because they don’t see how it connects to their everyday lives. Let’s fix that with math activities that build real-life skills and real-life activities that build math skills. Integrate Math with Daily Life Highlight math by weaving it into everyday activities. These hands-on […]