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Practical, informative resources, tips, tools, and strategies for parents of children with learning disabilities written by experts in the fields of Learning, Learning Disabilities, Social & Emotional Topics, College Prep, and Teaching.

  • Mobile and Online Tools to Help Students with Writing and Organization

    April 14th, 2020


    Mobile and Online Tools to Help Students with Writing and Organization
    Technology has become an increasingly essential part of modern education. With the Covid-19 pandemic that has prompted widespread remote learning, it seems more likely than ever that the digital age will bring in a new era of education, one that maximizes technology and connections. According to EdT...

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  • A Guide to Early Markers of Dyslexia

    March 15th, 2020


    A Guide to Early Markers of Dyslexia
    This article originally appeared on PsychologyToday.com.Along with parents and caregivers, early educators lay the foundation for children’s lifelong learning. One of their most essential roles is to provide children with a solid start in reading development.For too many children, however, reading...

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  • What It’s Like to Be a Writer With Dyslexia

    March 8th, 2020


    What It’s Like to Be a Writer With Dyslexia
    "She’s lazy” and “she doesn’t work hard enough” are two sentences I’ve heard from educators on why school was difficult for me.The reality wasn’t simply that I didn’t have the resources that suited my learning style to help me reach my full potential as a student. Now, as an adult, I...

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  • The Relationship Between Social Pragmatic Communication and Executive Function

    February 9th, 2020


    The Relationship Between Social Pragmatic Communication and Executive Function
    By Ruth Bossler, M.S., CCC-SLP Many parents, including those of children with language-based learning disabilities (LBLD), have seen their children miss deadlines and assignments, struggle to manage school work, and stumble in social situations. I recently came across two articles that establish ...

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  • Empowered By Their Learning Differences

    January 6th, 2020


    Empowered By Their Learning Differences
    There’s no doubt that having a language-based learning disability (LBLD), such as dyslexia, affects students in the classroom. They may struggle with listening, speaking, reading, or writing; managing time, materials, or information; or self-advocacy and self-regulation. LBLDs also factor into...

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  • Fostering a Growth Mindset

    November 14th, 2019


    Fostering a Growth Mindset
    By Adam Craig and Kristine Burgess, contributor“The greatest teacher, failure is.” (Yoda, The Last Jedi)Wise words when developing skills to become a Jedi Knight, a successful high school student, or a master of virtually any skill in the universe. Unfortunately, it is much easier to smile and n...

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  • Being an Efficient Homework Helper—Part III: Motivation and Tools

    September 30th, 2019


    Being an Efficient Homework Helper—Part III: Motivation and Tools
    By: Regina G. Richards This is the third installment of a multi-part series about helping children manage homework. Thefirst post is about establishing good habits creating an optimal learning environment. The second postcovers homework strategies and dealing with fatigue. This article originally...

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  • Being an Efficient Homework Helper—Part II: Strategies, Organization, and Dealing with Fatigue

    September 24th, 2019


    Being an Efficient Homework Helper—Part II: Strategies, Organization, and Dealing with Fatigue
    By: Regina G. Richards This is the second installment of a multi-part series about helping children manage homework. The first post is about establishing good habits creating an optimal learning environment and the third motivation and tools. This article originally appeared in LDOnline. Ba...

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  • Being an Efficient Homework Helper—Part I: Turning a Chore into a Challenge

    September 18th, 2019


    Being an Efficient Homework Helper—Part I: Turning a Chore into a Challenge
    By Regina G. RichardsThis is the first installment of a multi-part series about helping children manage homework. Thesecond post covers strategies, organization, and dealing with fatigue, and the thirdmotivation and tools. This article originally appeared in LDOnline."The secret of education lies in...

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  • Identifying Students with Dyslexia

    July 11th, 2019


    Identifying Students with Dyslexia
    By Donell Pons When my son was in second grade, it became apparent he was not going to read without serious intervention.  His speech was not delayed, but he was completely unaware of rhyme, the sound-to-letter relationship eluded him, and almost every characteristic of letter formation...

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