Productive, fun way to practice writing
Hand-written letter writing is fast becoming a lost art. Yet, writing letters is an excellent way to reinforce writing skills...
Maintain a routine during the summer
Most children (and adults) function better and are more productive within a regular routine and schedule. Routines provide structure to...
Self-monitoring: Write your future self a letter
Before school is out for summer, ask your child to write a letter to her next-year-self that she can open...
“Stop and reflect” to aid reading comprehension
To aid in comprehension and to help maintain focus while reading, teach your child how to “stop and reflect.” After...
The summer “brain drain” is real, but avoidable
Memorial Day is a day to remember and honor those who gave their lives in service to our country. It...
Comorbidity: Understand the *whole* child
The term “comorbidity” refers to the simultaneous presence of two “conditions” in a person. For students, this could mean that...
Getting “unstuck”
When your child gets stuck, the quickest and easiest way to help her get “unstuck” is to dig into the...
Let your child make mistakes
“Your best teacher is your last mistake.” Unknown As parents, teachers and tutors, one of the hardest things we have...
Reduce test-taking anxiety
Assessments can be nerve-wracking for students, especially cumulative exams like midterms or finals. The best way to reduce test-taking anxiety...
Adjust your perspective
“When life gets blurry, adjust your focus.” (Anonymous) When students feel overwhelmed, it’s often because they’re lost in the “weeds”...
Plan for the end of the school year
Between now and summer, there are many activities, athletics, and school responsibilities that will be competing for your child’s attention...
Problem-solving via self-advocacy
Giving up on an assignment is rarely the best option. One of the greatest gifts you can bestow upon your...