Good Sensory Learning Blog
100 Powerful Learning Specialist and Educational Therapy Materials
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This week I wanted to tell you about my online store, Good Sensory Learning. I’m Dr. Erica Warren, and I established this site so I could share all the materials that I have created over the last 20+ years as a learning specialist and educational therapist. When I first began my private practice, Learning to Learn, I had great difficulty finding fun and multisensory materials for my students that were effective and engaging. So back in 2005, I made it my mission to design and distribute high-end, remedial products as well as memorable, motivating lessons that bring delight to learning....
Managing Stress and Anxiety in the Classroom Improves Grades
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Over the last 20 years as a learning specialist and educational therapist, I have witnessed increasing numbers of students in all age groups struggling with stress and anxiety. What was once a rare referral has become a common complaint that undermines confidence, riddles the mind, and sabotages study skills. What is the Culprit That's Causing Concern and Consternation? There are a number of factors that have led to the rise in classroom angst. Stress is Passed from Teachers to Students: It’s not uncommon for me to hear from my students that, if they don’t do well on their test, their...
Struggling Students - Energize the Body and Fuel the Brain
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One of the most important things we can teach our children is that the food we eat plays a vital role in our health and cognition. Unfortunately, we live in a consumer society and children are constantly targeted by large companies that entice them into consuming junk foods and drinks that are void of nutrients and are packed with harmful and addictive fillers. In fact, I continually work with students that have poor diets consisting of processed foods, starchy entrees, and sugary snacks. Sadly, if you even suggest changing diets to healthy options, many adamantly oppose, as they are hooked to...
The Best Option - Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Fine Arts
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Deciding on a post, high school, educational plan can be a challenging task. With the changing landscape of training and career options, traditional values and approaches may not be the best solution anymore. This week I will be focusing my discussion on out of the box, creative learners that are interested in careers in the arts. What are the options? What can students do to prepare for the application process? Formal Training Options: There are a number of choices for high school students that are thinking about having a career in the arts. For formal training, one can consider a...
Soothe Your Students and Increase Homework Productivity
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