Archive | Logic and Reasoning
23
Feb

ADHD Summer Online Program Updated to now be using BrainWare Safari Program

By • February 23, 2011 • ADHD, Attention, Auditory Processing, Brain Training to Improve Learning, ELS4KIDS Brain Blog, Ezine Archive, Homework Meltdowns, Logic and Reasoning, Memory, Neuroplasticity, Processing Speed, summer ADHD, Tutoring • Leave a comment

SUMMER SESSION FULL AND CLOSED  If you are interested in the next group session – just let me know colleen@els4kids.com    I am offering this group to work through the same 12 week  program using BrainWare Safari which has proven to have fantastic results for ADHD symptoms.     SIGN UP TODAY TO GET ACCESS [...]

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26
Jan

What are Cognitive Strategies all About?

By • January 26, 2011 • ADHD, Attention, Auditory Processing, ELS4KIDS Brain Blog, Ezine Archive, Homework Meltdowns, Logic and Reasoning, Memory, Neuroplasticity, PACE, Processing Speed, Spelling, Tutoring, Writing Skills • 1 Comment

Cognitive functioning is managed by cognitive processes. Learning more about cognitive strategies is gaining popularity which goes back to 1956 when Bruner, Goodnow, and Austin discovered it. Everyone uses cognitive strategies on a regular basis because it’s a part of our normal routine. Cognitive strategies help us with our behavior and thinking so it doesn’t [...]

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20
Jan

Reading Comprehension – Get the Picture?

By • January 20, 2011 • Auditory Processing, Brain Training to Improve Learning, Homework Meltdowns, Logic and Reasoning, Memory, Neuroplasticity, PACE, Processing Speed, reading, Spelling, Tutoring, Writing Skills • Leave a comment

Comprehension Program Language Comprehension Language comprehension is the ability to associate and make sense of both written and oral language. The ability to comprehend language finds its foundation within cognitive skills.  Auditory and Visual Processing, to name a few, are big factors in one's ability to understand both written and oral language. What I have [...]

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13
Jan

How Enhanced Learning Skills for Kids Can Help Your Child

By • January 13, 2011 • ADHD, Attention, Auditory Processing, Brain Training to Improve Learning, ELS4KIDS Brain Blog, Ezine Archive, Logic and Reasoning, Memory, Neuroplasticity, PACE, Processing Speed, Spelling, Tutoring, Writing Skills • Leave a comment

I am often asked to explain what brain training means relative to helping your child be able to learn easier and more efficiently. I often find myself listing out the many benefits that your child can experience.  For example, your child will be able to remember more with better imagery and recall the information faster, [...]

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07
Jan

Homework Tips and Strategies: Step 8 – Initiating Homework Assignments

By • January 7, 2011 • ADHD, Attention, Auditory Processing, Brain Training to Improve Learning, ELS4KIDS Brain Blog, Ezine Archive, Homework Meltdowns, Logic and Reasoning, Memory, Neuroplasticity, PACE, Processing Speed, Tutoring • Leave a comment

As discussed from last week's article, homework meltdowns are not fun.  In our first article in the series, I discussed how the leading cause of homework trouble is really weak cognitive skills.  However, once the skills are strengthened your child needs to be instructed on how to approach the homework process.  I developed an 8 [...]

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30
Dec

Homework Tips and Strategies: Step 7 – Completing Homework Assignments

By • December 30, 2010 • ADHD, Attention, Auditory Processing, ELS4KIDS Brain Blog, Ezine Archive, Homework Meltdowns, Logic and Reasoning, Memory, Neuroplasticity, PACE, Processing Speed, Tutoring • 1 Comment

As discussed from last week's article, homework meltdowns are not fun.  In our first article in the series, I discussed how the leading cause of homework trouble is really weak cognitive skills.  However, once the skills are strengthened your child needs to be instructed on how to approach the homework process.  I developed an 8 [...]

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23
Dec

Homework Tips and Strategies: Timing Homework Assignments

By • December 23, 2010 • ADHD, Attention, Auditory Processing, ELS4KIDS Brain Blog, Ezine Archive, Homework Meltdowns, Logic and Reasoning, Memory, Neuroplasticity, Processing Speed, Tutoring • Leave a comment

As discussed from last week's article, homework meltdowns are not fun.  In our first article in the series, I discussed how the leading cause of homework trouble is really weak cognitive skills.  However, once the skills are strengthened your child needs to be instructed on how to approach the homework process.  I developed an 8 [...]

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16
Dec

Homework Tips and Strategies: Chunking Out Homework Assignments

By • December 16, 2010 • ADHD, Attention, Auditory Processing, Brain Training to Improve Learning, ELS4KIDS Brain Blog, Ezine Archive, Homework Meltdowns, Logic and Reasoning, Memory, Neuroplasticity, Processing Speed, Tutoring • Leave a comment

As discussed from last week's article, homework meltdowns are not fun.  I discussed how the leading cause of homework trouble is really weak cognitive skills.  However, once the skills are strengthened your child needs to be instructed on how to approach the homework process.  I developed an 8 step process that takes a student from [...]

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09
Dec

Homework Tips and Strategies: Prioritizing Homework Assignments

By • December 9, 2010 • ADHD, Attention, Auditory Processing, Brain Training to Improve Learning, ELS4KIDS Brain Blog, Ezine Archive, Homework Meltdowns, Logic and Reasoning, Memory, Neuroplasticity, Processing Speed, Tutoring • 3 Comments

As discussed from last week's article, homework meltdowns are not fun.  I discussed how the leading cause of homework trouble is really weak cognitive skills.  However, once the skills are strengthened your child needs to be instructed on how to approach the homework process.  I developed an 8 step process that takes a student from [...]

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02
Dec

Homework Tips and Strategies: Organizing the Homework Space

By • December 2, 2010 • ADHD, Attention, Brain Training to Improve Learning, ELS4KIDS Brain Blog, Ezine Archive, Homework Meltdowns, Logic and Reasoning, Memory, Neuroplasticity, Tutoring • 1 Comment

As discussed from last week's article, homework meltdowns are not fun.  I discussed how the leading cause of homework trouble is really weak cognitive skills.  However, once the skills are strengthened your child needs to be instructed on how to approach the homework process.  I developed an 8 step process that takes a student from [...]

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