The importance of communicating with your child’s teacher
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There’s a lot of evidence that shows positive communication between parents and teachers helps to improve the academic performance and confidence of children. You don’t need to wait for parent-teacher meetings to start communicating with your child’s teacher. You can reach out right at the beginning of the school year to start building a solid […]
Tips for managing hyperactivity in the classroom
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Hyperactivity can cause challenges at home and school for the child, parents and teachers. It is important to support the hyperactive child in the most positive and sensitive way possible to help control hyperactive motor activity and reduce anxiety. Let’s explore how to manage hyperactivity effectively: Helping to manage hyperactivity Whether you are a teacher […]
Helping Your Child Succeed at School: Academic Success Pt2
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In our previous blog on helping your child succeed at school, we discussed a few contributing factors to your child’s academic success and general school performance. Today, we take it a step further with additional tips to improve the cognitive and overall performance of your child at school. Keep reading below. Helping Your Child Succeed at School: Read Together […]