by learnsmarter | Jun 12, 2018 | Education, Educational Therapy Series
Homework is definitely something that is hard for a lot of families. We know how much of a burden it can be. We, as educational therapists, have to maintain clear boundaries on homework. We are not homework helpers. We are not homework coaches. We teach skills and...
by learnsmarter | Jun 5, 2018 | Education, Executive Function Series
Executive Function (EF) We talk about executive functioning so frequently because it affects everything that a child (or adult) does all day, every day. We have a few disclaimers that we would like you to know when it comes to executive functioning. The first is don’t...
by learnsmarter | May 29, 2018 | Education, Tricks of the Trade Series
The most important part of studying actually occurs before you even start to relearn (or learn) the material. Today, we break down how to create a study plan that is mindful, achievable, and flexible. We will also explore the reasons why a study plan might fail and...
by learnsmarter | May 22, 2018 | Education, Tricks of the Trade Series
Studying isn’t what you think it should be. So, what does studying actually look like? Today we explain the do’s and don’ts of studying as well as ways in which to transform the “don’ts” into positive, helpful strategies. These thoughts and tips are applicable to...
by learnsmarter | May 15, 2018 | Education, Executive Function Series
Calendaring is hated by so many of the students we work with–and it’s the first thing we do with them. It is so critical and so important. If you do not keep track of what is going on in your life, nothing else can get done. Having a calendar is the starting...
by learnsmarter | May 15, 2018 | Education
It’s a narrative we hear all too often. A parent will call us regarding their child’s learning difficulty and low self-esteem in school–and the parent is unsure of how to help. Parents often feel isolated because there is no sense of community when they are...