by Linda R. Hecker When I talk with educators across the country, they often lament that students don’t read much anymore, especially in the face of ubiquitous social and multimedia distractions.…
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Days of Summer Fun with Your Early Childhood Learner
If a child has a learning disability, summer months can be thought of as a period of relaxation away from academics and learning. Although, it is also important to remember…
Summer Reading Tips for Parents
Summer shouldn’t mean taking a break from learning, especially reading. Studies show that most students experience a loss of reading skills over the summer months, but children who continue to…
Successful Strategies for Teaching Students with Learning Disabilities
Research continues to confirm that we can teach students with learning disabilities to “learn how to learn.” We can put them into a position to compete and hold their own.…
Assessment of Readiness Skills During Early Childhood
Young children develop rapidly, frequently experiencing tremendous change and growth physically, cognitively, linguistically, and socially. Preschoolers, for example, seem to race from one milestone to the next. Nevertheless, the rate…
A Learning Disability is Only One Part of a Child
When a child is born, it is usually a time of joy for the whole family. How new parents respond to this new little person is influenced by many factors.…
Summer Activities for Children with Learning Disabilities
When summer vacation arrives, parents are faced with selecting meaningful activities for their child with learning disabilities. Many parents see summer as a time for catching up on academic skills…
Back to School: Working with Teachers and Schools – Helping Your Child Succeed in School
Starting school each fall is a challenge for the student and parents. The following article has been adapted from the US Department of Education website and offers some valuable suggestions…