What is the top school readiness skill? My good friend, Courtney, an elementary speech language pathologist, shares school readiness skills in a guest blog post. Her top skill might surprise you! A School Readiness Skills Note to Parents from Your SLP I’ve had many parents ask lately how they can help their children build school
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What is your plan for your preschooler this year? I reached out to Cris McKee, a veteran elementary educator from New York, and asked her to write a guest blog post for my readers, especially those with preschoolers, as the younger years are so pivotal for education. Read her helpful advice for preschool printables below.
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Why Do Smart, Capable Students Struggle With Study Skills? Your teen is smart. So why does school still feel so hard? Maybe they understand the material but forget assignments. Maybe they work for hours but don’t seem to remember what they studied. Maybe their backpack, computer, and calendar are a mess. Or maybe they simply
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What happens when your child hates writing? “I know what I want to say…I just don’t want to write it.” If you’ve ever heard those words, you’re not alone. Many kids hate writing. (Many parents probably do, too!) Many of the students I tutor don’t actually struggle with ideas. They can explain a science concept,
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Does traveling with toddlers bring happy thoughts or worries? Recently, our family returned from a successful four-generation beach vacation. For one week, we shared time together with three little ones ages 3.5, 2, and 4 months, plus two great-grandmas in their 80s. It was a joyful and memory-filled experience even while traveling with toddlers and
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Which simple summer learning plans are best for your family? Whether your child needs enrichment or remediation, there are simple, free summer learning plans to ensure kids have ample opportunities for academics and free play in the summer, regardless of busy family schedules. Which simple summer learning plans are best for your family? These plans
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Do you know what to ask when your child is falling behind in school? It’s a moment that stalls every parent: opening a progress report that doesn’t reflect your child’s potential; your child is falling behind in school. The immediate reactions—worry, confusion, and perhaps a lecture—are normal, but they rarely solve the problem. When
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What household rhythms keep your house running smoothly? “I try to focus on progress not perfection.” This week, Emma (a full-time working mom) shares the household rhythms that bring resiliency and peace into her home. Her rhythms are intentional and reproducible in our own homes. Read her story and discover household rhythms that bring resiliency
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What is one benefit of improved communication skills in kids? Kids don’t automatically grow into great communicators; they learn it through practice, guidance, and example. Every chat, question, and story shared helps shape how they’ll express themselves, connect with others, and thrive in school and life. Building communication skills in kids comes with great benefits.
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What questions can you ask to advocate for your child at school? Being an advocate for your child at school can feel overwhelming. You want to give them the skills to speak up for themselves, but at the same time, you may not know what to say, what to ask, or how to navigate the
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