9 Fun (& Brainy!) Group Games for Family Gatherings Posted on November 22, 2023October 21, 2024 by Sandra Zamalis Whether it’s a family gathering, office holiday party, or friend group game night, high-quality group games are a great addition to stimulate conversation, connection, and brain power! Here’s a roundup of 9 fun group games to try this year that also count as a brain workout: Incohearent Family Edition A judge holds a card so …
Find ADHD Help in Sandy Springs Find ADHD Help in Sandy Springs For those with ADHD, it can feel like a superpower at times—one that boosts creativity, curiosity, and enthusiasm. But ADHD can also make it harder to prioritize, filter out distractions, or control impulses. That’s where dedicated ADHD help can be a game-changer. For learners in Sandy Springs, LearningRx Atlanta …
“Wait, But Why?” Tips for Helping Your Student Fight Procrastination Posted on November 15, 2023October 18, 2023 by Susie McDaniel Good luck finding a human who hasn’t procrastinated on something. From dental appointments and cleaning out the garage to doing taxes or writing that quarterly summary for work, even the most motivated adults struggle with putting off difficult, dreaded and distasteful tasks once in a while. So why are we often surprised when kids and …
2023 Smart Mom’s Toybox: The Good-for-Your-Brain Toylist Posted on November 8, 2023October 23, 2023 by Sandra Zamalis The holiday season is here, and maybe you’re looking for some fresh games, toys, and gift ideas for some of the people on your list! The Smart Mom’s Toybox is our collection of some of our favorite new (and old) games, toys, books, or activities that are exciting for kids and adults—and boost brain skills, …
Targeting Math Struggles: Brain Training vs. Tutoring Posted on November 8, 2023October 25, 2023 by Susie McDaniel As many parents themselves can attest to, challenges with math are not unique to any particular generation. In fact, math struggles have little to do with genes, age, gender, study habits—or even intelligence! Plenty of very intelligent people have dyscalculia, which just means “trouble with numbers.” The cause of math struggles So, what is to …
Holiday Survival Tips for Kids with ADHD Posted on November 1, 2023October 7, 2024 by Sandra Zamalis For many families, the holiday season is a time of celebration and creating cherished memories. However, for kids with ADHD, it can also be a time of heightened challenges. The combination of excitement, change in routine, and sensory overload can make it overwhelming, leading to stress, meltdowns, and a very not-joyful season for the whole …
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Possible Root Causes of Reading Struggles Posted on October 27, 2023September 19, 2023 by Dargan Coggeshall Reading is a complex task that requires a variety of skills in order to happen efficiently. If your child faces reading struggles, there are many possible root causes. What’s important to note is that reading issues won’t just go away with more tutoring, more practice, or just reading to your child more often. If there …
What You May Not Know About Learning Styles Posted on October 20, 2023September 14, 2023 by Dargan Coggeshall For years, the concept of “learning styles” has been widely discussed and applied in educational settings. However, recent research suggests that there may be more to this topic than meets the eye. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the concept of learning styles and explore why accommodating them might not always be the most …
What Are Types of Dyslexia? Posted on October 18, 2023September 18, 2023 by Sandra Zamalis When kids struggle with reading, you may begin to wonder if they have a reading disorder, commonly known as dyslexia. There are a lot of misconceptions about dyslexia, including that every person with dyslexia struggles the same way. However, the reality is that there are many different types of dyslexia that are linked with different …