Dyslexia and How to Help Kids- What do Jennifer Aniston, Whoopi Goldberg, Muhammad Ali, Albert Einstein, Cher, Pablo Picasso, Winston Churchill, Tom Cruise, Walt Disney, George Washington, and Jim Carrey all have in common? If you said they had dyslexia, you’re...
school readiness
11 Best Fine Motor Toys for Preschoolers
Developing motor skills is an important step toward your preschooler’s growing independence. As your child enters the preschool years, they'll begin to have greater control over their hands and fingers—this is known as fine motor control. These skills allow them to do...
Is Your Child Ready For Kindergarten?
If you have a 4 or 5 year old, you may be wondering if they have the skills needed to start kindergarten — especially if they have a birthday close to their school district’s age cut-off date. While most children begin school by age 5, some parents feel like their...
School Success Tips
The new school year brings so much promise and excitement. Besides the new pencils, supplies, folders, and planners (my personal favorite), there is also a high energy this time of year that gives you and your kids the feeling that anything is possible. Anything...
When Problems Arise: Talking to Your Child’s Teacher
When you receive a message from your child’s teacher suggesting that you come in for a meeting, you may feel a little panicked. Learning that your child is experiencing difficulties, whether they’re behavior or academic, is certainly disheartening....