How to Make a Better Transition to School Posted on July 13, 2022June 8, 2023 by Sandra Zamalis The school year is going to be upon us before we know it. Instead of dreading this start, you can start planning now to make it a smoother transition to school for your whole family! Whether your child loves school and thrives in that environment or they drag their feet through every single day, here …
The Smart Mom’s Summer Toy Box Posted on July 12, 2022June 8, 2023 by Wendy Burt We’ve put together a list of affordable toys and games that can help build your child’s cognitive skills—like attention, logic & reasoning, processing speed, memory, and auditory and visual processing.
The 411 on LearningRx’s Brain Booster Program for Adults Posted on June 30, 2022January 31, 2023 by Wendy Burt very passing birthday, it doesn’t have to be an inevitable part of aging. In fact, we now know that neuroplasticity—the brain’s ability to change at any age—can be used to our advantage. And that’s exactly why we created our Brain Booster programs.
Sports Injuries & School Performance Posted on June 8, 2022June 8, 2023 by Sandra Zamalis It happens every year… a child participates in sports whether through school or independently and suffers an injury that sets them behind in school. Whether it’s a broken arm or a concussion, these injuries set the child back and can cause already-existing learning challenges to grow exponentially. We just want to acknowledge the fact that …
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 …
Essential Study Tips for Kids and Teens Posted on May 13, 2022June 13, 2022 by Sandra Zamalis If your child spends hours the day before a test scrambling to pull together notes, only to walk away from study sessions feeling foggy, frustrated, and not at all confident, it may be time to introduce some new study skills. Studying is an art. If your child has the skills to study, they will feel …
Looking for a Career Change? See What It’s Like To Be a LearningRx Brain Trainer! Posted on May 10, 2022June 8, 2023 by Amy Judge If you’re looking for a rewarding job where you can help make an impact on the lives of others, a career as a LearningRx brain trainer could be a good fit for you!
3 Steps for Addressing Learning Hiccups Posted on May 5, 2022January 31, 2023 by Leslie Poff It’s not always easy to determine how your student is performing in school. Although poor grades may be one of the more obvious signs, parents may assume their child or teen just isn’t putting in enough effort. After all, you know your student is smart. The only explanation that makes sense is that they’re just …
The Importance of High Fives in Personal Brain Training Posted on April 21, 2022June 8, 2023 by Leslie Poff April 21 is National High Five Day, which was started in 2002 at the University of Virginia when a group of students on the main quad of the campus gave out high fives all day. The simple gesture is designed to encourage others, spread good vibes, and/or demonstrate positive feedback to indicate that a task …
Autism and Brain Training Posted on April 7, 2022April 27, 2022 by Leslie Poff Until recently, April was designated as National Autism Awareness Month. Now, many of the bigger autism organizations refer to April as Autism Acceptance Month. Why? According to Autism Society of America President and CEO Christopher Banks, acceptance is often one of the biggest barriers to finding and developing a strong support system. Another change that …