Accommodations in the Classroom: Those with Nonverbal Learning Disabilities
Nonverbal learning disabilities, usually shortened to NVLD, are a common concern among teachers, parents, and students. Some caregivers...
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Nancy Thorup
Jun 30, 20211 min read
What New Skills Do Children Gain During Distance Learning?
The past year has been a challenge for a lot of children. Even though many students have had a difficult time adjusting to virtual...
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Nancy Thorup
Jun 18, 20211 min read
Brain Breaks Children Can Take During Distance Learning
Many kids have had to adjust the way they learn as a result of virtual school. Kids may end up sitting in the same place for hours on...
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Nancy Thorup
Jan 28, 20211 min read
Addressing Your Child’s Challenges With The School Principal
If your child is struggling with his or her school work, then the first option is to go to the teacher. Remember that teachers are only...
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Nancy Thorup
Dec 8, 20201 min read
Coping For Back To School Anxiety: Tips And Tricks
With many kids getting ready to go back to school for the first time in almost a year, it is easy to see why some students are nervous....
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Nancy Thorup
Oct 23, 20201 min read
Partnering With Your Child’s Teacher
This has been a challenging year for everyone and as children go back to school, you need to be able to work with your child’s teacher as...
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Nancy Thorup
Apr 10, 20204 min read
Tips to Help Parents Empower Online Learning
Change is difficult and can be overwhelming. The pace of change has been rapid during the past few weeks. At times we’re able to shelter...
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Nancy Thorup
Jan 16, 20201 min read
What You Can Do If Your Child Is Falling Behind In School
When your child is falling behind in school, it can be an overwhelming task to understand how you can help. Understood.org has an...
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Nancy Thorup
Dec 16, 20191 min read
Tips For Studying Over the Holiday Break
The holiday break can be a great time to refresh and reset as a student. But it can also be a great time to catch up. And in some cases,...
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Nancy Thorup
Dec 15, 20191 min read
6 Tips For Holiday Studying [VIDEO]
Here are 6 quick tips to help you if you are inspired to (or are required to) study over the holiday break! Let us know which is your...
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Nancy Thorup
Oct 28, 20191 min read
Unlocking Your Child’s Reading Comprehension Skills
Image credit: www. Understood.org Reading can be a challenging task for kids and many do not enjoy it. Many children can become stressed...
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Nancy Thorup
Oct 22, 20191 min read
Tips for Accomodating Slow Processing Speed at Home
Image credit: www.Understood.org Slow processing speed can mean homework, chores, and getting out the door can be uphill battles. If your...
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Nancy Thorup
Oct 18, 20191 min read
Discussion Points to Have with Your Child’s Teacher Early In The Year
Image credit: www.Understood.org You may think it’s a bother to teachers if you reach out early in the year. However, it is best to have...
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Nancy Thorup
Oct 6, 20191 min read
Amazing Books To Help Your Child Read!
Image credit: www.Understood.org We have proven that kids have different phases in achieving a milestone in their lives, such as reading....
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Nancy Thorup
Sep 30, 20191 min read
What Teachers Want You To Know About Parent/Teacher Conferences
Image credit: www.Understood.org Have you ever wondered what your child’s teacher would tell you if they were allowed to speak freely?...
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Nancy Thorup
Sep 28, 20198 min read
A Message From The Principal About Parent-Teacher Conferences And Performance Based Grading (PBG)
Parents, You may want to read this great email from the Olympus Jr. High principal about Proficiency Based Grading. It’s well worth your...
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Nancy Thorup
Sep 26, 20191 min read
Homework Anxiety: How You Can Help
Image credit: www.Understood.org Homework anxiety can cripple a child’s productivity and increase overall anxiety. Our friends at...
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Nancy Thorup
Aug 26, 20191 min read
10 Multisensory Techniques for Teaching Math
Image credit: www.Understood.org Utilizing multisensory instruction can benefit children with both reading and math issues. Touching,...
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Nancy Thorup
Apr 19, 20191 min read
What Should I Do If I Disagree With The School’s Evaluation Of My Child?
This is a great Understood.org article that features some specific steps you can take if you disagree with the school’s evaluation...
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Nancy Thorup
Mar 27, 20191 min read
Easy Tips For Parents to Connect With Middle and High School Teachers
It can be frustrating as your child moves from grade school where they just have one classroom to middle and high school where they have...
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