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Mastering math facts is a key milestone in a child’s education, serving as the foundation for more complex math skills. Yet, for many students, learning multiplication tables or remembering addition and subtraction facts feels like an insurmountable challenge. Why is it so hard, and what can parents do to make the process smoother? Let’s explore ...

The New Year is a perfect time to set meaningful goals that help teens take charge of their academic journey. Effective goal-setting can build confidence, improve organization, and lead to better grades. Instead of generic goals like “do better in school,” here are 10 practical, achievable goals teens can set to help them thrive in ...

Whether your holiday plans include cozy nights at home or long road trips, you’ll likely find yourself with some downtime. What better way to fill it than with festive holiday brain games that bring the family together while giving everyone a chance to flex their cognitive muscles? These holiday-themed games are not only fun but ...

Homeschooling offers families the unique opportunity to tailor education to their children’s needs. But even the most dedicated homeschooling parents sometimes face challenges when their children struggle to grasp certain concepts or fall behind in key areas. This is where LearningRx steps in as a valuable partner. By addressing the root causes of learning challenges, ...

The holiday season is here, and we’ve got our annual roundup of smart games & gifts for the whole family! Here are some brain-boosting games, puzzles, and activities you can use to connect as a family, have fun, and exercise brain skills while you’re at it. Slapburger This is a fast-paced remix of games like ...

Reading is an essential skill that opens doors to knowledge and opportunities. But for some children, learning to read doesn’t come easily. If your child is struggling with reading, you are not alone. The key is to identify the specific issue and provide targeted support to help them overcome these challenges. Research shows that when ...

As a parent, it’s heartbreaking to hear your child say they hate school. You want them to succeed, to be engaged, and to enjoy learning. But when that’s not happening, it’s easy to feel lost and unsure how to help. If your child dreads going to school, it’s important to understand why this might be ...

At LearningRx Staunton-Harrisonburg, we understand that getting your child ready to learn to read is crucial. Reading readiness encompasses the foundational abilities that children need to master before they can begin to read independently. And while many parents focus on learning the alphabet, there are other pre-reading skills that kids need to master in order ...

While the summer is heating up, the last thing you may want to do is think about next school year… but the reality is that it’s going to be here before we know it, and there are things we can be proactive about to make the next school year better for your kids. #1: Have ...

Keeping your kids’ math skills sharp through the summer may not sound too fun, but it doesn’t have to be as complicated or boring as you might think! Students lose significant momentum in areas like math and reading when they’re not “exercising” these skills during the break, and summer is a great opportunity to take ...