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In the middle of helping your child with writing assignments, you might be overwhelmed with questions and information. One of the basic questions for every assignment is “How long should a paragraph be?” This question is crucial for making writing less daunting and more effective for students. Students who do poorly on school writing tend…
Simple Steps to Alleviate It Homework is a significant source of stress for many students. While it’s meant to reinforce learning, the sheer volume and complexity can lead to overwhelming feelings. This stress can impact not only academic performance but also mental health. Here, we explore how homework can cause stress and provide effective strategies…
When your child’s grades start to slip, it can be a stressful and worrying experience. You may feel unsure how to help them turn things around. Learning how to study effectively is crucial to improving academic performance. This guide integrates practical steps with specific examples to address dropping grades and support your child’s success. Signs…
I knew from very early on that I wanted to be a teacher. I loved the independent work folders my second grade teacher used because they meant I always had something to do while I was waiting for the people around me to finish their work. I remember thinking very clearly, at the age of…
The spaced repetition study method is a highly effective way to learn and retain new vocabulary. It lines up with research showing that practicing and review work better if they are spread out over time than if they are lumped together. Here’s how you can help your child use spaced repetition to study vocabulary effectively….
Dyslexia is a specific learning disability that impacts reading and spelling. As a result, it can impact students across all areas of the curriculum. Writing, whether it’s answering short science questions or composing an essay, can be frustrating for students with dyslexia. Luckily, there are many writing tools for dyslexia. Some are already in our…
What Should the School Do? We’re coming up on fall teacher conference season in my area. I’m going to see my child’s teacher in a few weeks to take a look at some of his work. I hope to hear the news about his progress and make plans for how I can support him at…
And What I Learned About Writing Instruction Like a lot of people who become teachers, I really liked school. I liked the predictable routines of reading a chapter, answering the questions and then taking a quiz. In college, I hit a few speed bumps, like papers I wrote at the last minute or an overwhelming…
Slow reading can lead to stress, fatigue, poor grades, and loss of confidence. Students who read more slowly than their peers end up reading less over time. If you’re wondering how to help a slow reader in your life, you’re in the right place. This can be a challenging but highly rewarding task. Understanding Slow…
When your child struggles with reading and spelling, terms like “visual dyslexia” may come up in discussions. This term, although not officially recognized by dyslexia authorities, describes challenges in visual processing that can make reading difficult. Understanding what visual dyslexia means, its implications, and how to support your child can provide clarity and direction in…