Learning the alphabet is about more than just singing the ABC song. That’s just the starting point. When a child only knows the letter names, they might say: 👉 “That’s A!” …but not know that A says /a/. For those
Quick and Fun Alphabet Sound Strategies for Young Children and Kids With Learning Needs
Teaching children the alphabet sounds, which is also the start of teaching them phonics, is one of the most fundamental building blocks for reading, speaking and writing. However, for many toddlers, preschoolers, kindergarteners, and children with learning needs, this can
How to Support Young and Struggling Readers and Writers With Learning Needs—Even When Time Is Limited
If you’re supporting a child who is struggling to read and write, know that you aren’t alone and that there’s nothing wrong with your child or with what you’re doing. Many toddlers, preschoolers, kindergartners or children with learning needs don’t
How to Help Your Child When They Are Struggling to Make Friends
Friendships are a huge part of childhood. For some children, especially those who are neurodivergent or who have social communication challenges, making and maintaining friendships can be incredibly difficult. It can feel as though they are trying to solve a
1 Simple Summer Activity to Engage Kids with ADHD and Autism in Learning
So many people think that it’s difficult to engage children in learning during the summer months, but it doesn’t have to be that way. If you outline structured lessons that are fun, engaging and flexible, you’ll find that most children
How to Engage Kids in Learning During Spring Break
Spring is such an exciting time because the weather gets warmer and children generally want to go out to play. I won’t lie to you. Since it’s Spring Break, your kids are done with learning and working as they’re looking
4 Ways to Discipline to a Child Who Won’t Listen
Have you used or “teacher voice” or your “parent voice” and your kids still refuse to listen to you? Does it feel like the more you try to get your kids to listen, the more they turn away? The more
3 Simple Ways to Host Thanksgiving on a Budget
Three simple ways to host Thanksgiving on a budget: create your budget, shop ahead of time, and include a potluck component
How to Teach Gratitude in the Classroom or at Home
Three simple ways to teach your kids about gratitude: learn and reflect, love your peers, and show appreciation.
Simple Ways to Teach Your Kids to Say Please and Thank You
Four simple ways to teach your kids to say please and thank you: a month of Halloween, play some games, and capture their attention.
