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In my journey as a learning specialist and educational therapist, the surge in calls from concerned parents has been nothing short of a tidal wave. Each conversation echoes a similar refrain: their children are facing hurdles with executive functioning. These are not isolated incidents but a collective cry for help—a pattern revealing the silent struggle simmering in the undercurrents of our educational landscape. Students with Weak Executive Functioning are Often Mislabeled These students are often described as lazy and unmotivated, and by the time that I meet many of these students they also have a case of learned helplessness.  What...

Executive functioning is a cognitive process that has gained recognition in schools over the past decade and accommodating students that struggle in this area is often neglected. Inappropriate labels such as “careless” and “lazy” are often placed on this population. Instead of compassion and strategies, they are often intimidated, harassed and mishandled with discipline and inconsistent methods that result in poor grades. For these students anger, frustration, poor motivation and feelings of learned helplessness are common. More and more students are being described with this label and students need to learn strategies for success.  Capable and intelligent learners can sabotage...

Students often have trouble remembering measurement conversions!  Would you like to learn some cute and memorable strategies? Here is a sample slide of my new publication, Measurement Memory Strategies. It is a Power Point presentation that has been receiving a lot of positive reviews. https://goodsensorylearning.com/collections/math-3/products/angles-instruction-memory-strategies-and-activities-powerpoint Cheers, Dr. Erica Warren Dr. Erica Warren is the author, illustrator, and publisher of multisensory educational materials at Good Sensory Learning and Dyslexia Materials. She is also the director of Learning to Learn and Learning Specialist Courses. · Blog: https://learningspecialistmaterials.blogspot.com/ · YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/warrenerica1 · Podcast: https://godyslexia.com/ · Store: http://www.Goodsensorylearning.com/ & www.dyslexiamaterials.com · Courses: http://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/ · Newsletter Sign-up: https://app.convertkit.com/landing_pages/69400  

One of the most difficult reading concepts to learn in the English language is the vowel combinations or vowel teams.  So what's the best way to teach this skill? Vowel Combinations Made Easy Learning the vowel combinations or teams can actually be fun, memorable and multisensory with Vowel Combinations Made Easy. It was created for my own students and I have found it to be extremely successful method. Students learn their vowel combinations by finding them hidden in images, coloring, doing mazes and playing card games. What's more, I am now offering a free sampling of my workbook, so you can have...

The old saying - If you don't use it you lose it - often describes the cognitive setbacks that many students experience over the summer months. Exercising children's brains with engaging and fun activities is a must. This blog reviews 5 strategies you can use this summer to help your little ones sharpen and strengthen their skills. 5 Strategies to Sharpen Your Mind Over School Breaks 1) When watching TV, discuss the commercials See if your kids can figure out what product each commercial is promoting and see if they can uncover any inferences or hidden messages.  This will help to strengthen higher...