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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by symptoms such as inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. While these symptoms are well-known, there’s another aspect of ADHD that often goes overlooked but plays a crucial role in understanding the condition: executive dysfunction. Executive functions are a set of mental skills that help us manage ...

Supporting students with learning disabilities is an essential aspect of fostering an inclusive educational environment. While there are various strategies and approaches to assist these students, two distinct methods stand out: accommodations and addressing root causes.  Accommodations for Learning Disabilities: Accommodations refer to modifications made to the learning environment or curriculum to make information accessible ...

Have you ever had one of your kids come to you and say “I hate math!” For many students, it seems pointlessly complicated, hard to understand, or maybe just plain boring. But there are some underlying reasons why some students have an aversion to math (and ways to make it more fun & achievable!) So ...

If you have a kid who reads haltingly, with many stops and starts, you may be wondering what you can do to improve their reading fluency. Fluent reading is essential not only for smooth-sounding out loud reading, but also for comprehension and confidence. When kids are stopping and starting, struggling over every word, so much ...

When you think about how your child is doing in school, grades are probably the first thing that comes to mind. And while these are a reflection of your child’s mastery of particular content, they may not actually be the best measure of their academic progress. Here are some ways to think about creating a ...

As parents, we all want our children to succeed academically. We invest time, effort, and resources into providing them with the best education possible. However, it’s not uncommon for children to develop strategies that make it appear as though they’ve mastered the material when, in reality, they might be relying on guesswork rather than genuine ...

Whether the first part of the school year was a positive experience or one that you never want to revisit, the new year is a helpful time to re-evaluate and build new learning skills that will help turn the school year around and unlock more success for your child’s learning. Here are some helpful things ...

As the New Year dawns, it brings with it fresh opportunities to set and pursue meaningful goals for both you and your family. Whether you wholeheartedly embrace the idea of New Year’s resolutions or find them a tad daunting, instilling the art of goal-setting in your children is invaluable. When kids witness how we approach ...

Feeling the pressure of upcoming exams? It’s completely normal, but there are effective strategies to make this period more productive and less stressful. Here are three invaluable tips for exam success that may help you perform better on tests and assignments. Embrace the Power of Quality Sleep (Yes, Even Naps!) Scientific research underscores the importance ...

We used to think that memory loss and cognitive decline were inevitable as we got older. However, now we know that early action to strengthen cognitive skills and support mental sharpness can go a long way towards slowing this progression and enhancing cognitive function at any age! With that in mind, here are a few ...