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Types of Music That May Help Kids Who Learn and Think Differently

Can music help kids focus, de-stress, or think creatively? The author of “Soundtracks for Learning” …
8 Tips to Keep Your Child From Burning Out

Does your child feel overloaded by schoolwork? Get tips to avoid burnout in children and learn what …
Video: How to Get Your Child to Accept “No” as an Answer

Does your child refuse to accept "no" for an answer? Watch as an expert explains how to say "no" to …
Washing Hands: How to Get Kids in the Habit

Some kids have trouble understanding how to wash their hands or why washing hands is important. Here…
10 Tips to Help Get Your Child Organized

Personal organization is a valuable skill, but it doesn’t come easy to everyone. Use these tips to h…
13 Tips for Getting More Sleep

Sleep plays a big role in our ability to think critically, manage emotions, control behaviors and st…
Video: How Meditation Helps Poet LeDerick Horne Manage Attention and Emotions

Watch as LeDerick Horne, a poet with learning disabilities, explains how meditation helps him with f…
Spring Cleaning Roundup: Ideas for Getting and Staying Organized

Use these ideas for getting everything organized this spring—from your child’s routines to your medi…
2-Minute Tutorial: How to Teach Your Child to Tie Shoes

Is your child struggling to tie shoes? You won't want to miss this surprising shoe-tying trick.
8 Ways to Make School Morning Routines Easier

Mornings before school can be super hectic, especially if your child struggles with transitions. Try…
8 Quick Ways to Connect Meaningfully With Your Child

Even if time is tight, you can bond and meaningfully connect with your child. Try these quick tips t…
8 Ways to Get Grade-Schoolers on a School Sleep Schedule

Kids learn best after a good night’s sleep. Here are tips for getting grade-schoolers on a school sl…
7 Signs Your Child Is Burned Out

Learn the signs of burnout in children. See signs of burning out in struggling students. Find out wh…
Burning Out in School: What It Means and How to Help

Kids can burn out in school if they don't take breaks and recharge. Learn about burnout in children …
8 Ways to Help Tweens and Teens Get on a School Sleep Schedule

Tweens and teens need a good night’s sleep to learn well, but that can be hard to do. Here are tips …
Building Your Child’s Life Skills: A Free Toolkit for Families

Download free tools to help your child develop important life skills. See an expert explain how to u…
Download: Picture Schedules for Daily Routines

Using picture schedules can help kids follow routines. Download these daily picture schedules and vi…
10 Free Ways to Relax and Bond With Your Child

Finding time for fun with your child can offset your tougher times together. Use these free or low-c…
4 Ways Lack of Sleep Affects How Kids Learn

Not getting enough sleep can affect how kids do in school. Here are four ways lack of sleep can make…
How to Organize Your Child’s Dresser Drawers

Do your child's executive functioning challenges mean messy, disorganized drawers and clothes everyw…
7 Ideas for Using Rewards and Consequences

Learn how a system of rewards and consequences can improve behavior and motivate kids to complete ch…