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6 signs your child is resilient
Learn how to spot the signs of resilience in kids.
Homework anxiety: Why it happens and how to help
What is homework anxiety? Find out why some kids get so anxious about homework, and how you can help…
Understanding why kids have trouble managing emotions
Emotional control: Why do kids struggle with managing emotions? Learn what to look for and why kids …
Why some kids struggle with math word problems
Kids can struggle with word problems in math even if they’re good at math. Find out why kids have tr…
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Understanding dyslexia in your child
Does your child have dyslexia, or do you think your child might be dyslexic? Explore this guide to d…
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A day in the life of a child with receptive language disorder
What’s it like to have receptive language disorder? See a day in the life of a child and examples of…
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Understanding why kids have trouble with focus
Lots of kids have trouble with focus and concentration. Find out why some children have difficulty f…
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When do kids learn to read?
When do children learn how to read? Find out at what age kids learn to read and what to do if kids a…
In It: A podcast on raising kids who learn and think differently
Discover In It, a podcast that explores the joys and frustrations of raising kids who learn and think differently.
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Parent-teacher conferences during COVID: 10 things to know
Parent-teacher conferences will be different this year. Here’s what to keep in mind as you prepare f…
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8 ways distance learning makes it harder to focus
Distance learning can be extra hard for kids and teens who struggle with focus. Here are eight focus…
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School refusal: What it means when kids won’t do schoolwork
What does it mean when kids refuse to do schoolwork? School refusal is different from complaining ab…
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The difference between IEP meetings and parent-teacher conferences
What’s the difference between IEP meetings and parent-teacher conferences? This chart sums up the di…
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Why kids act out
Kids often act out because they’re struggling with something they don’t understand or know how to pu…
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4 reasons kids get anxious about reading — and how to help
Learn why reading makes some kids anxious and how to ease reading anxiety in children. Find out why …
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How to give praise that builds your child’s self-esteem
The best type of praise helps kids recognize their own effort. Here’s what you can say to praise you…
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When kids say negative things about themselves: What to watch out for
Does your child use a lot of negative self-talk, saying things like “I’m dumb”? Find out what it can…
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How to build and celebrate your child’s strengths at home
Use this step-by-step resource to pick up on, build, and celebrate your child’s strengths and skills…
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No time to read to your child? 6 ideas to try
Reading to kids every day is important, but it’s not always possible. What if you don’t have time to…
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ADHD and coping with grief: 8 ways to help your child
Kids with ADHD can have more trouble coping with grief than other kids. Here are eight ways to help …
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Financial aid and scholarships for students who learn and think differently
Not sure how you’ll pay for college? Here’s a handy list of scholarships and financial aid resources…