Set specific, measurable goals
When you are working with your child on completing a task, set very specific, measurable goals that focus on skill...
Stress management techniques!
Many students experience a great deal of anxiety around test taking, be it annual standardized testing, final exams or even...
Tools for footnotes
Remember what a hassle it was to create bibliographies or insert footnotes into research papers? Well, that is pretty much...
Catch errors by reading aloud
One of the best ways for your child to edit her papers is by reading them aloud. When she has...
Exercise boosts brainpower!
Exercise boosts brainpower! If your child doesn’t seem to be able to focus on her work or is really struggling...
Enrich classroom learning while on vacation
School vacations (for many, next week!) are a great opportunity to enrich your child’s classroom learning. You don't need to...
A tax-related tip
As a good math exercise, have your child prepare your taxes for you. Just kidding — April Fools! Here’s a...
For best results, build in a break!
Know when to give your child a break. Children with executive function challenges often have to apply a great deal...
How to use everyday activities to strengthen EF skills
Use everyday activities to enhance your child’s learning and strengthen his executive function skills. Cooking and baking are wonderful, real-world...
Use a timer as a study aid
Use a timer to help set reasonable limits for completing a task. For example, tell your child that she has...
Be flexible!
Be flexible. If something doesn’t seem to be working, make a change. For example, if your child is consistently forgetting...