From D’s and F’s to the Honor Roll! Posted on July 27, 2024July 27, 2024 by Rich Frieder Jake came to LearningRx in 8th grade. His mom was frustrated as she saw so much potential in Jake, but he was not performing well in school. He struggled to stay on top of his work and had many missed or late assignments. He was prone to procrastination and was not motivated. He struggled with executive function. These difficulties also …
Finding the “Disconnect” Posted on July 23, 2024July 23, 2024 by Rich Frieder Amelia came to LearningRx when she was 9 years old. Her parents shared: “Our daughter, Amelia, is a struggling learner. She has difficulty reading (she still sounds out nearly every single word, including two- and three-letter words), concentrating, sitting still when she’s thinking, and word recognition. It seems evident that there is a disconnect in …
Finding the “Disconnect” Posted on July 23, 2024July 23, 2024 by Rich Frieder Amelia came to LearningRx when she was 9 years old. Her parents shared: “Our daughter, Amelia, is a struggling learner. She has difficulty reading (she still sounds out nearly every single word, including two- and three-letter words), concentrating, sitting still when she’s thinking, and word recognition. It seems evident that there is a disconnect in …
Finding the “Disconnect” Posted on July 23, 2024July 23, 2024 by Rich Frieder Amelia came to LearningRx when she was 9 years old. Her parents shared: “Our daughter, Amelia, is a struggling learner. She has difficulty reading (she still sounds out nearly every single word, including two- and three-letter words), concentrating, sitting still when she’s thinking, and word recognition. It seems evident that there is a disconnect in …
6 Reasons Your Child’s Brain Might Need a Tune-Up This Summer Posted on July 16, 2024May 22, 2024 by Susie McDaniel When your child complains of a sore or sensitive tooth, you know it’s probably time for a trip to the dentist. When they indicate they can’t see the board at school or they squint while reading, you’ll likely schedule an eye exam. But how do you know when it’s time for them to get their …
Fast Games That Improve Processing Speed Posted on July 10, 2024June 3, 2024 by Sandra Zamalis Processing speed is a gateway skill in your brain: every single thing we do goes through it. For many kids and adults, however, slow processing speed is a major cause of stress, learning struggles, and overwhelm in a variety of situations. Before we get to some fun (and fast) games that will get you thinking …
Think Fast: 9 Games to Build Processing Speed Posted on July 5, 2024May 28, 2024 by Dargan Coggeshall Processing speed is an essential skill for every area of life. It’s the gateway skill: every single thing we do goes through processing speed. And for kids or adults who struggle in this area, many areas of life are harder. Building processing speed is essential for: If you notice your child (or yourself) moving at …
10 Travel Games to Boost Cognitive Skills on Your Family Trip Posted on July 2, 2024May 22, 2024 by Susie McDaniel If you’re heading out on a family trip this summer and want to keep your kids’ brains engaged in the car, at the hotel, or on the campsite, we’ve got some suggestions that span a variety of ages and interests. These travel games aren’t just about entertainment; they can actually help boost cognitive skills—the core …
5 Signs of Slow Processing Speed in Adults Posted on June 28, 2024May 28, 2024 by Dargan Coggeshall Do you ever question your ability to keep up with work, family, friendships, or other spheres of life? The reality is that our world is fast-paced and overwhelming in many ways, but having slow processing speed is one of the things that can make life harder than it needs to be, both for kids and …
Summer Journal-Build Memories and Brain Skills Posted on June 27, 2024October 17, 2024 by Patrick Axline It’s hard to believe that the school year is coming upon us again before we know it. If you’re starting to think of things you can do to re-engage your children’s brains before it kicks in, a summer journal is a great option! Spending a few minutes per day writing can help your kids: Benefits …