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"Print-Rich Games" You Can Play at Home
Is your child in the preschool or early elementary years, just beginning to step into the world of reading and writing? For children who are at risk for or have been diagnosed with a specific learning disability (dyslexia), this process can easily become tedious and overwhelming through long desk-based paper-and-pencil exercises.
Overcoming Math Anxiety: Process-Based Problem Solving
Does your child immediately answer "What is 5+3?" with "8," yet freezes when hearing "Ali had 5 apples, Ayşe gave him 3 more. How many apples does Ali have now?"
Life-Saving "Reading Strategies" for Children Who Don't Understand What They Read
Your child may be reading a text fluently and quickly without any hesitation. However, if you're met with blank stares when you ask simple questions like "What was this story about?" or "Who was the main character?" after the text is finished, you are facing a very common problem.
My Child Refuses to Do Homework: "Self-Regulation" Skills in Learning Disabilities
Do evenings turn into a nightmare for your child when it's time to sit down and do homework — and an exhausting struggle for you? If you notice your child constantly leaving the table, procrastinating on assignments, or losing focus every five minutes, you are not alone.
What Is the "Multisensory Method" That Facilitates Reading and Writing in Dyslexia?
You may have noticed that your child struggles while learning to read, particularly confusing similar-looking letters such as "b-d" or "p-q." Although this can be concerning for parents, it is a very common presentation in dyslexia (specific learning disability). Traditional instructional methods are often insufficient for children who experience letter reversal and confusion problems.