Brain Training Articles & News, Page 27

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Tips for Handling a Bad Report Card

Receiving a bad report card can be a challenging experience for both students and their parents. It can evoke feelings of disappointment, frustration, and concern about the future. However, it’s important to remember that a bad report card is not the end of the road but an opportunity for growth and improvement. Here are some ...

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Reasons Why Kids Hate Math

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 ...

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8 Tips for Managing Homework

Even the smartest students can feel overwhelmed at the thought of sitting down to complete nightly projects, assignments, or test prep. However, managing homework doesn’t have to be the source of frustration, tears, and friction that many families experience! To help ensure you’re doing everything within your control to manage homework and lessen the pain ...

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What Are Cognitive Skills?

The brain is truly amazing in its ability to learn, grow, and change. What are the processes by which this happens? It all goes through cognitive skills. These are the foundational elements of focusing, taking in information, thinking, processing, and remembering. Cognitive skills dictate how your brain processes the world around you, and how you ...

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The Transformative Power of Reading!

Reading impacts every area of life, including academic subjects, career avenues, and beyond. However, in a world that is increasingly dominated by screens and digital distractions, the timeless practice of reading is unfortunately taking a backseat – yet it remains a beacon of intellectual and emotional enrichment!  Beyond the simple act of deciphering words on ...

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Reading Programs that Target Comprehension

Reading is more than one skill—it’s a complex, multi-part set of skills that work together to produce meaning. When you’re searching for reading help, it may be useful to know how different reading programs target different aspects of the reading process. At LearningRx, we support kids, teens, and adults, including those with dyslexia and reading ...

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Brain Awareness Week: 4 Mind-Blowing Brain Facts

This year for Brain Awareness Week, we are thrilled to share four fascinating insights about our favorite organ: the brain. As the central processing unit of human life, the brain is responsible for a vast array of functions that impact us every day. Here are some eye-opening facts that shed light on the incredible capabilities ...

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AJ’s Reading Transformation!

https://youtu.be/VlhM4hozxnA?si=RhQs7_Ig2OXa0A8l Aaron is a middle school teacher and his daughter, AJ, had always struggled with reading and reading comprehension. Given Aaron’s knowledge of the options in the school district, they had tried many strategies over the years to help AJ, but she continued to struggle. Entering 7th grade, her reading difficulties became a bigger issue ...

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AJ’s Reading Transformation!

https://youtu.be/VlhM4hozxnA?si=RhQs7_Ig2OXa0A8l Aaron is a middle school teacher and his daughter, AJ, had always struggled with reading and reading comprehension. Given Aaron’s knowledge of the options in the school district, they had tried many strategies over the years to help AJ, but she continued to struggle. Entering 7th grade, her reading difficulties became a bigger issue ...

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AJ’s Reading Transformation!

https://youtu.be/VlhM4hozxnA?si=RhQs7_Ig2OXa0A8l Aaron is a middle school teacher and his daughter, AJ, had always struggled with reading and reading comprehension. Given Aaron’s knowledge of the options in the school district, they had tried many strategies over the years to help AJ, but she continued to struggle. Entering 7th grade, her reading difficulties became a bigger issue ...

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