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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.

  • Anxiety, Stress, and Learning

    December 3rd, 2018


    Anxiety, Stress, and Learning
    The number of students who experience anxiety has reached alarming rates. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, about 32% of adolescents have been diagnosed with anxiety.The National College Health Assessment reports that 64% of college students have experienced “overwhelming a...

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  • Using Mindfulness to Reduce Stress and Anxiety

    November 28th, 2018


    Using Mindfulness to Reduce Stress and Anxiety
    This is the fourth post in a five-part series about students, stress, and anxiety. The first article is an overview of anxiety, the second article looks at a relaxation program for elementary and middle school students, the third discusses how a student learned to manage her anxiety, the f...

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  • Overcoming Anxiety in the Classroom

    November 15th, 2018


    Overcoming Anxiety in the Classroom
    This is the third post in a five-part series about students, stress, and anxiety. The first article is an overview of anxiety, the second article looks at a relaxation program for elementary and middle school students, the third discusses how a student learned to manage her anxiety, the fo...

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  • Stress and Anxiety: An Overview and Strategies for Mitigation

    October 17th, 2018


    Stress and Anxiety: An Overview and Strategies for Mitigation
    This is the first post in a five-part series about students, stress, and anxiety. The first article is an overview of anxiety, the second article looks at a relaxation program for elementary and middle school students, the third discusses how a student learned to manage her anxiety, the fo...

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  • Synthetic Phonics Accelerates Reading and Writing in Young Students

    September 26th, 2018


    Synthetic Phonics Accelerates Reading and Writing in Young Students
    By Jennie Smith-Brock, M.S. It’s day eight of kindergarten in a public school in New England and the students are putting out their arms like the wings of airplanes " /nnnnnnnnn/," whisking ants off their arms " /aaaaa/," and puffing out candles (their fingers) "/p/." “Nap!,” call out some ...

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    Posted in: Teaching
  • Tips for Parents Who Suspect Their Child Has a Learning Disability

    September 13th, 2018


    Tips for Parents Who Suspect Their Child Has a Learning Disability
    By Ann Andrew Parents know their children better than anyone else and can usually sense if something isn’t quite right with them physically, emotionally, or academically. If you suspect that your child has a learning disability, then it’s very likely there is one. I know this from experience....

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  • Project Based-Learning as a Tool to Boost Executive Function Skills

    August 13th, 2018


    Project Based-Learning as a Tool to Boost Executive Function Skills
    By Carl Gasowski Walking into the STEAMworks Technology Department in the school where I teach, one might see a student working on a computer-controlled wood carving, or perhaps constructing and programming a drone, or maybe even composing and recording music. Aside from the common workshop and s...

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    Posted in: Learning
  • Important Things to Do Before Going to College

    July 19th, 2018


    Important Things to Do Before Going to College
    Read more posts about Navigating the College Admissions Process for Students with Learning Disabilities.  Now that you've decided what college you will attend, there are several things you need to do and consider to ensure a smooth transition process. Learning Disability Support ...

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    Posted in: College Prep
  • Tips to Help You Make Your Final College Decision

    July 17th, 2018


    Tips to Help You Make Your Final College Decision
    Read more posts about Navigating the College Admissions Process for Students with Learning Disabilities.  You've been accepted to several schools. The next step is deciding which to attend. Use these tips and suggestions to help you make the final decision. Download this worksheet t...

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    Posted in: College Prep
  • Questions to Ask Students Who Access College Support Services

    July 12th, 2018


    Questions to Ask Students Who Access College Support Services
    Read more posts about Navigating the College Admissions Process for Students with Learning Disabilities.  Many colleges offer students with learning disabilities accommodations and services through the Disability Services Office. When you visit colleges, it's important to meet with ...

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    Posted in: College Prep