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Weak reading comprehension can be a burden on students in the classroom. But beyond these concerns in school, if you have low reading comprehension, you are also less likely to enjoy reading and pursue it. While you may think reading comprehension struggles are only linked to poor recall of what was read, there are other ...

If your child is struggling through another school year, you may be seeking out tutoring as a solution to help them overcome learning challenges and achieve better grades. While tutoring is beneficial for some, it might not always yield the desired results for everyone. Here are some of the things to look at to make ...

As children head back to school, it’s crucial for parents and educators to be aware of potential learning struggles that might hinder their academic progress. Recognizing the warning signs early on can help address the issues and provide the necessary support to ensure children’s success.The red flags we cover in this blog should not be ...

When it comes to neurodiversity, learners and their parents can face an uphill battle in finding the right support. Whether you’re exploring tutoring or alternatives like brain training, it’s only natural to worry about your options. Before you dive too deep into one type of support or another, it’s always helpful to remember that your ...

We all want our kids to thrive in learning environments, but often there are things that get in the way. Whether it’s overwhelming classroom environments, lack of confidence, or other concerns, many teens tend to shut down or react negatively to school. This response isn’t obstinance or bad behavior—in almost every case, it’s a coping ...

School avoidance is a complex issue that affects many students around the world. While it’s natural for some children to experience occasional reluctance or anxiety about attending school, persistent school avoidance can have a significant impact on a student’s academic progress, social development, and overall well-being. There are many reasons why kids try to avoid ...

This isn’t going to be a back-to-school checklist full of supply lists or scheduling recommendations. While those things are important, we believe that fostering a resilient, strong brain is THE top need our children have in today’s school system. They are constantly faced with an onslaught of information, peer pressure, stress, and busy-ness, and if ...

Stressful moments happen frequently. Whether you’re a child or adult, it’s easy for emotions to ramp up and suddenly feel out of control. As adults, we’ve learned to regulate these emotional outbursts, but kids do not have that luxury—unless they’re taught how to do it. Coregulation happens when a steady presence helps to ease the ...

It’s Sunday night and your learner is facing down a tall stack of unfinished homework. Does this sound familiar? Homework challenges are an incredibly common experience for students of all ages—which is why you may be exploring your options for homework help. From brain training to tutoring, it helps to know what’s available and how ...

The back-to-school season is filled with stress, planning, and adjustments for your family. You spend time making sure school supply lists are checked off, sports are registered, wardrobes are filled… and it may feel like adding even one more thing to your family’s plate is too much. Even taking the last lingering days of summer ...