Concrete signs of negative emotions toward school Posted on June 9, 2022January 31, 2023 by Wendy Burt Over the years, we’ve learned that the learning struggles most students experience in school have nothing to do with intelligence, laziness, poor teaching, or genetics. They come from cognitive skills that simply need a boost to help the student excel.
FAQs from Parents of Kids who Struggle with Reading Posted on June 8, 2022June 8, 2023 by Maureen Loftus Lots of kids struggle with reading. In a time where we are still reeling from the effects of the pandemic and figuring out what a “new normal” is going to look like, young kids especially are facing the consequences of disrupted school years. More than 1 in 3 kids are needing remedial reading support in …
Ensuring your high schooler is ready for college Posted on June 6, 2022January 31, 2023 by Wendy Burt Is your high schooler ready for college? Learn more about strengthening their cognitive skills now to prepare them.
Summer Reading Hacks to Help Your Kids Have More Fun Posted on June 3, 2022June 8, 2023 by Leanne With the break in school comes the expectation of summer reading. Some people love it, others don’t, but it is an important way to keep your child’s brain active and learning during the summer months. If your child is a more hesitant reader, continuing to read throughout the summer becomes even more important. Why Do …
Reading Doesn’t Have to Be Hard Posted on June 2, 2022June 2, 2022 by Leslie Poff Reading impacts every area of life, including academic subjects, career avenues, and beyond. Then why are almost 54% of U.S. adults 16-74 below a sixth-grade reading level? There may be many factors behind why reading literacy is low amongst Americans, but these statistics help us understand how behind in reading many citizens are. At LearningRx, …
Concussion Recovery and Brain Training Posted on June 1, 2022June 8, 2023 by Sandra Zamalis Concussions happen daily, whether in sports, car accidents, day-to-day injuries, or other more serious situations. While the concussion recovery journey is different for everyone, there are some things you can do to help restore focus and memory! What are the Lasting Effects of Concussions? Often after a concussion, you hear that you will continue to …
The Difference Between Brain Training and Tutoring Posted on May 31, 2022June 8, 2023 by Leslie Poff One of the most frequently asked questions we get when parents contact LearningRx is, “What’s the difference between brain training and tutoring?” The question comes from both parents who are considering tutoring and those who have tried it with little or no results. We understand! Certainly, no one wants to invest more time and money …
Defining Brain Training Posted on May 26, 2022January 31, 2023 by Leslie Poff The term brain training now covers a wide array of systems, apps, games, and programs. So what is brain training? At LearningRx we define brain training as a targetted approach that strengthens the brain’s core thinking skills. These include skills like memory, attention span, and how quickly you think. Brain training can also build fundamental …
How to Help Kids who are Below Grade Level | Posted on May 25, 2022June 8, 2023 by Maureen Loftus This is a question we hear often, especially after the disruption the last 2+ years have caused for kids in school. Many kids are registering as being “below grade level” in subjects like math and reading, and the stress of trying to keep up has taken its toll on kids and parents alike. It’s easy …
Why Try Personal Brain Training First Posted on May 24, 2022January 31, 2023 by Leslie Poff If you’ve spent money on brain games, brain training apps, or tutoring, you’re probably curious about how personal brain training is different. Here are a few examples of how we know brain-boosting options work and why you should try brain training first. Brain Games and Brain Training Apps While brain games and brain training apps are …