5 Steps to determine the best brain training program for your child

One of the most frequently asked questions I get from parents is, “how do I know which brain training program is the best for my child?” I’ve written this article to help you make your decision. Continue reading

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7 Differences Between Tutoring and The Student Transformation System

Tutoring (Similar to Sylvan and Huntington) Brain Training using The Student Transformation System additional academic instruction to help a student improve grades in school intensive, specialized training program designed to make learning easier and more efficient increases subject knowledge and … Continue reading

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Comprehension Strategies and Resources for Children with Learning Disabilities

Introduction Reading comprehension weaknesses usually stem from weak cognitive skills such as auditory processing/memory, visual processing/memory and/or attention.  While you work to strengthen your child's underlying cognitive skills, you can help your child improve in their comprehension by using different … Continue reading

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Forming Good Study Skills

Introduction Establishing good study skills early on is essential to educational success, especially for kids who are having trouble achieving in school.  Effective study habits save time, reduce stress, foster self confidence and increase the odds of acing that test … Continue reading

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Helping Your Child with Organization

Introduction Organization is a key ingredient in good study habits, but for students who are struggling in school, it’s especially important.  Lost notebooks, forgotten assignments and misplaced materials all have a negative impact on their ability to be successful in … Continue reading

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Effective Math Strategies

Introduction Whether your child is a teenager or first-grader, there are a variety of strategies that can be effectively employed to help them become proficient at math. One of the most effective strategies for teaching math involves the use of … Continue reading

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A Remediation Model for Your School District

Third grade for your child can be the end or it can mean a life full of successes, but it all starts in the classroom. Studies show if a child is not proficient by third grade, more than likely they … Continue reading

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ADHD Summer Online Program using BrainWare Safari Program

SUMMER SESSION REGISTRATION Now Closed 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.   The Summer ADHD group using BrainWare … Continue reading

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Traumatic Brain Injuries Lead to Reading Problems

Pathological reading has neuropsychological, neurobiological, and linguistic characteristics which are causing research to be completed. Models have been created using this information and are being used in conjunction with behavior when it comes to brain injuries and how reading is … Continue reading

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Reading Comprehension and Your Child’s Science Textbook

Reading is one of the most important skills your child must learn for school. Your child learns and communicates through reading and comprehending the written word.  Your child will, more than likely struggle in Math, Social Studies, and Science if … Continue reading

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