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It’s almost Christmas— one of the most highly anticipated times of the year. It’s time for food, family, and all-around cheerful festivities, but sometimes those cheerful festivities can get to be a bit overwhelming. Here are some tips on how you and your Autistic child can manage the holidays with ease! Bibliography Rudy, Lisa Jo. ...

In our fast-paced world, cognitive skills play a crucial role in how we’re able to show up for our daily lives. Among these skills, memory and processing speed stand out as fundamental components that influence how we learn, work, and interact with the world around us. Weak memory and slow processing can have a significant ...

Parents understand the importance of physical exercise for their children’s health, but what about mental fitness? Cognitive exercises play a crucial role in helping kids and teens develop essential thinking, learning, memory, attention, and reasoning skills. These underlying brain functions, collectively known as cognitive skills, are vital for success in school, work, and everyday life. ...

Don’t let the term “unschooling” fool you. The educational style might be less traditional than other forms of curriculum-based study, but the approach is still focused on learning. The primary philosophy of unschooling is to let the learning be guided by the child’s innate curiosity, interests, and abilities rather than by a set curriculum. Although ...

As parents and caregivers, we all want the best for our children. One way to support their growth and development is by choosing gifts that stimulate their brains and encourage learning. Here are 10 gift ideas that not only entertain, but also promote cognitive development in children: 1. Building Blocks and Construction Sets Building blocks ...

Has homework become a nightly battle between you and your learner? After a full day of school, few students are hankering to return to their textbooks when they come home. But if completing assignments is a persistent problem, it may be time to consider homework help! The pros and cons of homework have been a ...

As parents, it’s not uncommon to be concerned when we notice our children consistently struggling with missing or late assignments. This can be frustrating for both parents and students alike, often leading to feelings of stress and worry. However, it’s important to remember that there could be underlying factors at play that contribute to this ...

You’ve probably heard someone say this before: “I’m just not a visual learner.” Maybe you’ve said it yourself! It’s true that students of all ages will often express a learning preference. But does that mean there are different types of learning—and, by extension, different types of learners? The answer may be more complicated than you ...

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 ...

Tutoring, neurofeedback, social-emotional counseling, or brain training? For parents of a struggling student, it can be difficult to determine which interventions to pursue outside of the school setting.  Part of the problem is that brain-based issues can include a wide variety of causes and manifestations, from learning disabilities and anxiety to behavioral issues and depression. ...