Good Sensory Learning Blog

Our working memory is a complex mental skill that allows us to process and learn new information.  It utilizes our sensory memory, assists our short-term memory, and communicates with our long-term memory.  Directed by the command center of our brain (executive functioning), working memory works in the moment with the support of a mental whiteboard and an inner, guiding voice. Where Can I Learn More about Working Memory?  I am now offering recorded workshops to my audience. To view my recent workshop on working memory CLICK HERE or on the image.  If you would like to learn about my other workshops and...

Many students struggle with the underlying cognitive skills that make reading both enjoyable and efficient. When areas such as visualization, tracking, visual and auditory processing, or memory are weak, reading can quickly shift from an adventure into a frustrating and exhausting task. Over time, these challenges can lead to negative associations with books—causing children to avoid reading altogether. Just as we wouldn’t build a skyscraper on a shaky foundation, we shouldn’t expect strong reading comprehension to develop without first strengthening the cognitive pillars that support it. Fortunately, these foundational skills can be developed through multisensory, game-like activities that engage the...

I’m excited to share a suite of remedial assessments designed to bridge the gap between identification and intervention, turning insights into clear, actionable steps that help struggling learners thrive. Why These Assessments Matter Traditional testing often stops at diagnosis, leaving teachers, families, and professionals without a clear support plan. Too often, the results describe what’s wrong but don’t illuminate what to do next. These remedial assessments were developed to fill that gap by translating insights into targeted strategies, accommodations, and curated resources that spotlight remedial solutions and guide meaningful progress. Each assessment draws on current research to identify the underlying...

Have you ever wondered how your brain manages to keep track of information, tune out distractions, and shift gears when plans change? These abilities are part of executive functioning, which I often describe as the conductor of our cognitive skills. Just as a conductor doesn’t play the instruments but guides them to create harmony, executive functioning organizes our mental processes so they work together in symphony rather than as overlapping sounds. Three of the most important skills it coordinates are working memory, which allows us to hold and juggle information, inhibitory control, which helps us pause and make thoughtful choices, and...

In our fast-paced, notification-driven world, it’s no wonder so many of us feel like we have ADHD. From constant digital interruptions to the instant gratification of online shopping, our attention is being pulled in countless directions. This post explores why our modern lifestyle mimics ADHD symptoms—and what we can do to regain focus, structure, and calm.