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Perspectives: Talking With Kids About Racial Injustice

Get perspectives from a child psychologist, teachers, parents, and young adults on talking with kids…

Get coronavirus updates related to kids and adults with learning differences or disabilities. Find r…

Lots of kids have trouble with focus and concentration. Find out why some children have difficulty f…

What’s it like to have ADHD? See a typical day in the life of a child with the most common type of A…

Understanding Dyslexia in Your Child

Does your child have dyslexia, or do you think your child might be dyslexic? Explore this guide to d…

Why Does My Child Have Trouble Counting?

A family asks why their 8-year-old is struggling with counting. Hear from an expert on why learning …
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 your c…
Understanding Your Child’s Trouble With Reading

Does your child struggle to read? Maybe your child avoids reading or is behind in reading skills. Le…

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Why Kids Don’t Hand In Their Work (Even If They Did It)

Does your child finish homework and then not hand it in? Why does this happen? Find out why some kid…

Math Trouble: Conversation Starters to Use With Your Child’s Teacher

Is your child struggling with math? Use these conversation starters with the teacher to get valuable…
9 Free Public Library Resources for Your Child (and You)

What free resources do public libraries offer? See a list of services and tools you can find at your…
12 Signs It’s Time to Talk With Your Child’s Teacher

When should you reach out to your child's teacher? It can be hard to know if your concerns are "seri…

What to Do If Your Child Says “No One Will Play With Me”

If your child says "no one will play with me," what can you do? Should you step in? Find out how to …

5 Reasons Why 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 …
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…
Why Some Kids Fall Apart When They Get Home From School

Does your child hold it together at school and then fall apart at home? Learn why some kids are angr…

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…

What to Say When Your Child Doesn’t Want to Go to School

When your child doesn't want to go to school, it's important to find out why. Here are things you ca…
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…
Download: Cell Phone Contracts for Kids

Worried about your child's cell phone use? Download a cell phone contract to set spending limits and…