Tag Archives: brain
13
Oct

The Left and Right Side of the Brain

By • October 13, 2011 • Ezine Archive, reading, Reading Comprehension • Leave a comment

You may have heard me refer to the left and right sides of the brain when I’m talking about dyslexia and reading proficiency. Since the left side of the brain is where most language processing occurs, it impacts the ability to read, which is where kids with dyslexia run into problems. Because the two hemispheres [...]

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17
Jul

What Is Brain Training?

By • July 17, 2011 • ADHD, Ezine Archive • Leave a comment

Brain training as it applies to ADHD and ADD (which are both categorized under the umbrella of ADHD) involves using exercises that have been developed to strengthen certain neurological functions. By strengthening the parts of the brain that are impacted by ADHD I see tremendous improvements in the cognitive skills of the children I work [...]

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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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23
Dec

Michael Merzenich on Re-wiring the Brain

By • December 23, 2010 • ADHD, Brain Training to Improve Learning, ELS4KIDS Brain Blog, Ezine Archive, Neuroplasticity, PACE, Tutoring • Leave a comment

Neuroscientist Michael Merzenich looks at one of the secrets of the brain's incredible power: its ability to actively re-wire itself. He's researching ways to harness the brain's plasticity to enhance our skills and recover lost function. Related Posts:4 Strengths Every Child Must Possess to Comprehend SuccessfullyHow Enhanced Learning Skills for Kids Can Help Your ChildHomework [...]

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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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