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How Long COVID Impacts the Brain

There has been a lot of uncertainty over the last couple years as the world navigates COVID and its lasting effects. One of the most commonly emerging areas of concern is the way “Long COVID” (the lingering effects, even after the initial infectious period) impacts the brain. There is a lot we still don’t know ...

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The Dangers of Putting Off Reading Help for Struggling Students

When do you get reading help for your child who is struggling, and when do you give it more time? This is a question that comes up often in our conversations with families. You want to give them space to grow at their own pace, but you also hate to see them struggling… So what ...

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Red Flags to Listen for in Parent Teacher Conferences

Parent teacher conferences are happening, and with them come lots of questions… Is my child doing what he should be? Are there any new problems that we can catch onto early? Is this year really going to be as hard as last year? These are valid concerns and as you listen to your child’s teacher, ...

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6 Dyslexia Facts + Brain Training for Reading Struggles

Dyslexia is a term that is thrown around frequently when kids are struggling to read. They switch b’s and d’s; they read a word backwards… Does it mean it’s dyslexia?!  Dyslexia is not actually reading letters backwards or seeing jumbled words on a page. It’s a specific learning disorder that impairs your ability to process ...

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Signs of Slow Processing Speed and How to Think Faster

Slow processing speed impacts every area of life, whether you’re 5 or 95. The ability to think quickly opens up the door to MUCH easier learning, reading, remembering, reasoning, and performing in schools or workplaces. If you suspect you or your child might have slow processing speed, here are some of the top warning signs: ...

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Things to Think About When Considering In-School Accommodations

If your child is struggling in school, it is highly likely that their teachers or administration are going to suggest some form of in-school accommodations to give them a leg-up. Or if you homeschool, you tailor all curriculum and all instruction to the needs of your child… But is this really the best option you ...

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Signs of Weak Cognitive Skills in Struggling Students

If you are a parent of a struggling student, it can be hard to watch them fight day-in and day-out on things that “should come naturally.” After all, aren’t schools equipped to help all learners succeed? Unfortunately, that is not always the case. Even in our local area, schools are slipping behind national averages on ...

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Memory Tips and Tricks to Improve Recall & Learning

The ability to efficiently and accurately recall information is so important for learning. Whether it’s learning to read, learning a new job, studying for exams, or learning the names of people you just met, here are some memory tips and tricks for you to try. The Big Picture: Protect Your Brain Health Memory and recall ...

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Things to Look for in Successful Reading Interventions

When it comes to helping your struggling reader, there is a wide range of reading interventions available right now. So how do you weed through them and find the right fit? Here are some things to look for based on the latest research on best practices for reading instruction: Structured Literacy As opposed to balanced ...

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How Multisensory Reading Instruction Helps Struggling Readers

Learning to read can be hard for so many kids. While there are many ideas and methods around for teaching reading, research continues to show that a structured, multisensory instruction style is one of the most effective ways to help struggling readers become more successful.  Multisensory reading instruction leverages different areas of the brain and ...

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