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The anxieties and pressures related to learning can start early for kids. When they’re stressed about grades or struggling to keep up with homework, it can be difficult to find a new approach to thinking, reading, and learning outside of the classroom. If that’s the case for your learner, why not try some brain training ...

When your child says, “I hate school” or complains that it’s “boring,” it can be frustrating and concerning as a parent. These feelings aren’t uncommon, but they often signal deeper challenges that need to be addressed. Understanding why kids struggle with motivation in school is the first step toward helping them find joy in learning ...

There are growing trends among tweens and teens that mark a shift in behaviors regarding everything from sleepovers and social activism to driving and attending college. Here are some growing trends that are currently happening among American families. Sleep-Unders Also known as a “lateover,” sleep-unders are parties where children, tweens, or teens are invited to ...

Mastering math facts is a critical step in a child’s academic journey, forming the building blocks for more advanced math skills. However, many children find memorizing multiplication tables or quickly recalling addition and subtraction facts to be a daunting challenge. What makes it so hard? And what can parents do to help? Let’s dive into ...

When seeking reading or dyslexia help, it’s important to understand the nuances of different approaches, especially when comparing LearningRx to the Orton-Gillingham (OG) methodology.  The Orton-Gillingham approach is a structured, multisensory method specifically designed for individuals with reading and dyslexia challenges. It emphasizes the importance of phonemic awareness, systematic phonics, and the integration of visual, auditory, ...

When seeking reading or dyslexia help, it’s important to understand the nuances of different approaches, especially when comparing LearningRx and the Orton-Gillingham (OG) methodology.  The Orton-Gillingham approach is a structured, multisensory method specifically designed for individuals with reading and dyslexia challenges. It emphasizes the importance of phonemic awareness, systematic phonics, and the integration of visual, auditory, ...

When seeking reading or dyslexia help, it’s important to understand the nuances of different approaches, especially when comparing them to the Orton-Gillingham (OG) methodology.  The Orton-Gillingham approach is a structured, multisensory method specifically designed for individuals with reading and dyslexia challenges. It emphasizes the importance of phonemic awareness, systematic phonics, and the integration of visual, ...

As a parent, it’s hard to stand by when your child is struggling. If they’re regularly stressed by homework, or if homework is piling up without an end in sight, you may want to intervene. But some methods of homework help can inadvertently cause more damage than good. So should you help your learner—and what’s ...

If you or your child struggles with ADHD, you’ve probably noticed how hard it can be to stay organized. Tasks pile up, homework gets misplaced, and no matter how hard you try to get ahead, it feels like the chaos never ends. So why is organization such a challenge for people with ADHD? The answer ...

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 ...