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When a child continues to fall behind in areas like reading or math, catching up can be difficult. In fact, there are studies that show that if a child is not at grade level in reading by the end of the 3rd grade, only 25% ever catch-up. The most common reason is that most school ...

When a child continues to fall behind in areas like reading or math, catching up can be difficult. In fact, there are studies that show that if a child is not at grade level in reading by the end of the 3rd grade, only 25% ever catch-up. The most common reason is that most school ...

When a child continues to fall behind in areas like reading or math, catching up can be difficult. In fact, there are studies that show that if a child is not at grade level in reading by the end of the 3rd grade, only 25% ever catch-up. The most common reason is that most school ...

Reading struggles take a toll on kids (and their parents!) With more and more kids falling below grade level, fighting reading, and struggling to even decode words let alone comprehend them, it’s become common to seek outside support like a reading tutor.  Schools are overwhelmed with the learning loss of the last several years, and ...

When kids struggle with reading challenges, it can have a domino effect on the rest of their learning experience. Reading plays a role in almost every school subject, and it also factors into almost every aspect of daily life. Whether your learner is a little rusty when it comes to reading, or they need more ...

We can’t learn, focus, or reason well when we’re stressed. And it’s not simply a matter of overwhelm; there are real, biological and chemical changes that happen in your body that make learning physiologically impossible when your brain is in a state of stress. Understanding this is CRITICAL for helping struggling learners in particular, but ...

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by symptoms such as inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. While medication and behavioral interventions are commonly used to manage ADHD symptoms, there is growing interest in alternative approaches like brain training. No two people are exactly alike. Even two individuals with ADHD will have different strengths ...

Working memory is a critical skill that can undermine an individual’s abilities.  In fact, some argue that working memory — even more than overall IQ – is the greatest predictor of academic success. The NIH defines working memory as, “The retention of a small amount of information in a readily accessible form. It facilitates planning, ...

Working memory is a critical skill that can undermine an individual’s abilities.  In fact, some argue that working memory — even more than overall IQ – is the greatest predictor of academic success. The NIH defines working memory as, “The retention of a small amount of information in a readily accessible form. It facilitates planning, comprehension, ...

Working memory is a critical skill that can undermine an individual’s abilities.  In fact, some argue that working memory — even more than overall IQ – is the greatest predictor of academic success. The NIH defines working memory as, “The retention of a small amount of information in a readily accessible form. It facilitates planning, ...