It is rewarding and exciting to see your child recognizing the material he is learning at home and at school. Continued practice with letters, colors, numbers, shapes and other skills is the best way to teach your child to recognize important information. All children develop these skills at their own pace, but if you are concerned about your child's progress, speak to his pediatrician to rule out any learning or sight problems.
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The difficulty is not in the range of hearing but with processing the word and interpreting the meaning. APD is found in 5 percent of all school-age children, according to KidsHealth. Retaining information is often a problem fo...
When your child first develops an interest in basketball, he obviously will have a long way to go from bouncing a ball with two hands in the driveway to becoming a deft ball handler who can direct the action, set up teammates f...
From time to time, schools may suggest that students who are struggling academically repeat a grade. Choosing to hold a child back for a year is a big decision, one with a variety of different possible outcomes. Some students b...
From your child's first scribbles to her carefully written school book reports, she goes through a series of developmental stages that help shape her handwriting. It takes time to remember which direction each letter and number...
Your child's progression from preteen to teenager is christened with changes that affect your parent-child relationship. Pressure from teens, changing attitudes in school and emotional issues cause your teen to become less open...
Signing your child up for various sports and competitions is a way to teach him new skills and gain confidence while spending time with friends. Unfortunately, what was meant to be a positive experience has the potential to bec...
Helping children learn how to deal with frustration and adversity is crucial. In competitive areas such as sports, frustration can be particularly overwhelming and lead to your child losing self-confidence. Never dismiss your c...
A child who takes on a sour, entitled and spoiled attitude sends a clear message of hostility toward you as an authority figure. Only by exemplifying the type of attitude you'd like your child to have will h
Your child may have a productive cough, which is one that brings up phlegm. Your child's cough may be particularly acute after a bacterial respiratory infection, a bout with the flu or another virus. Other causes of a particula...
As an adult, the sensation of butterflies in the stomach and nervousness to speak out can be overcome through proper communication and personalizing experiences. Unfortunately, for children, overcoming that shyness isn't as e...
The reasons your child lies may vary almost as much as the tales she fabricates. For children age 6 or older, lying is not associated with a tendency to blur the boundary lines separating reality and fantasy. Parents who seek t...
Part of the natural process of growing from childhood into adulthood is the replacement of baby teeth with a new, permanent set of adult teeth. This process typically starts at around age 6 and continues until all of the new ad...
While pregnant, you must eat between 25 and 30 grams of fiber each day. A diet adequate in fiber intake is beneficial for both the fetus and the mother. Such a regimen keeps pregnancy-related disease at bay, which ultimately be...
Caffeine ingested in moderation can help improve memory, concentration and cognitive performance, and all of these can definitely help students be more successful in school. Coffee also helps to combat the fatigue that sometime...
Even though an estimated 10 million kids between the ages of 6 and 19 are overweight or obese, budget cuts have eliminated physical education programs in many schools and have even led some school districts to put an end to rec...
Every parent worries that her child isn't reaching his developmental milestones. Your pediatrician can help chart your child's growth, making sure there's a steady progression. It's important to remember that each child grows a...
If it's been years since you picked up a textbook but now it's time to help your child improve his math skills, you may be wondering what exactly to do. Helping children succeed in school is an important part of parenting, and ...
As a child makes his way through school, situations can arise where he finds it a struggle for one reason or another. School struggles can be the result of a wide range of problems that may include learning disabilities, social...
Before you look to experts, you might ask yourself what worked for you in the past to get a mental edge in school, at work or on the playing field.
Diagnosing auditory processing disorders in schoolchildren begins with isolating the problem, as parents, teachers and medical professionals may confuse such disorders with language, cognitive or other related disorders.
Try to think of more interesting ways to help your child accomplish this task, suggests Linda Dobson in her book, "The Ultimate Book of Homeschooling Ideas."
Before you look to experts, you might ask yourself what worked for you in the past to get a mental edge in school, at work or on the playing field.
Before you look to experts, you might ask yourself what worked for you in the past to get a mental edge in school, at work or on the playing field.
Throughout life, your child will inevitably encounter upsetting and worry-provoking situations from time to time. As he matures, it is natural for him to look to you for ways to react and remain calm in stressful situations. De...
In the U.S., whether you're dealing with a preschooler, preteen or teen, not going to school isn't a legal option for children younger than the official dropout age, which varies from state to state. States' laws dictate that e...
ABA applies behavior modification techniques to change, reduce and create specific behaviors. The versatility of ABA therapy makes it appropriate for use in schools, home and anywhere else the child may be, as well as for child...
With the creation of the No Child Left Behind Act, parents are able to transfer their students out of Title 1 schools. Parents must receive notification that their child is attending a Title 1 school each school year according ...
Your child may be experiencing difficulties at home, at school or both. You could be seeing behaviors that worry or even frighten you and decide it may be time for professional help. You should consider several factors when cho...
Although most children use a combination of visual, auditory and tactile approaches for learning, it isn't unusual for a child to have a favorite style that works best for her. Identifying a child's primary learning style can g...
Figuring out your child's IQ can be helpful in determining whether he is behind in certain areas intellectually, or whether the child might be gifted and in need of a more challenging school environment, according to the Nation...
Much research has been done over several decades to answer the question: What are the factors that determine a child's success in school? According to Sandra L. Christenson, PhD, what families and communities do to support acad...
Malatesha Joshi, professor of literacy education at Texas A&M University. Good spelling can have a snowball effect as children who can read well tend to do better in school overall. You can do many things to help your 10-ye...
You have several different options when it comes to choosing a school for your child, reports the U.S. Department of Education, creator of "Choosing a School for Your Child: No Child Left Behind," an informative checklist for p...
Parent-teacher conferences give you valuable time to learn about how your child is performing in the classroom. Your child's teacher likely spends a great deal of time preparing for conferences so she'll be able to inform you o...
School involves a vast amount of facts, processes and skills in every subject matter, leaving your child with a large amount of knowledge to memorize. Memorization of facts is boring to many children, but it is often required f...
A child diagnosed with ADD, or attention deficit disorder, exhibits symptoms that previous generations might have characterized as "scatter-brained." The ADD child has difficulty focusing on a single task, is easily and often d...
Friends become an especially important aspect of children's lives when they enter middle school and look increasingly to their peers for ways to dress, talk and behave. The friends of a middle school child can affect whether sh...
Introduce young children to the world of books, and they will be lifelong readers, full of imagination and curiosity about the world around them. Young readers also become better students, as reading helps to develop speaking a...
ADHD is the most common childhood behavior disorder. It is characterized by impulsivity, trouble focusing and, sometimes, hyperactivity. Gifted children display high achievement capacity and require schools to provide services ...
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that over-the-counter cough medications not be given to children under age six because these medications have not been proven effective and some can be harmful. Viral infections an...
The beginning of high school marks a change in the lives of both you and your child. No longer a baby and not yet an adult, your high school child still needs help, support and guidance during these critical years. Helping your...
If your child starts coughing, sniffling and complains of a sore throat, he may have a cold or the flu. Sometimes, however, a cough may be a symptom of a more serious illness, like the croup or whooping cough. Consult your chil...
Nearly everything you do in life involves money. You must count, save and tender money to satisfy many of your basic needs in life. For this reason, it is essential you teach your child to count money. Although it may seem obvi...
Helping a boy who is struggling in school can be a daunting task for parents. According to the Learning Resources Network, boys under-perform in school at a higher rate than girls due to a lack of organizational skills and a gr...
Selecting a school that will meet your child's needs can be a challenging and daunting task. Many public school districts allow you to choose the school you would most like your child to attend. You also have the option of expl...
As your child grows and develops, you'll have the opportunity to work on gross motor skills. Catching a ball is a starter skill that can teach your child to play with other children, take turns and practice gross motor skills. ...
In addition to brains and books, there is another thing your children need to succeed in school: you, the parent. Parents play a large role in ensuring a child's academic success, according to the U.S. Department of Education. ...
Unfortunately, many people interpret being shy as a personality deficit rather than a personality trait. Shyness is a personality trait that may be indicative of a child that has a strong self awareness and sensitivity to socia...
Whether you're dealing with a toddler who throws tantrums or a teen who stays out all night, raising a troubled child can be extremely difficult. Parents, teachers and caregivers faced with defiant or depressive behavior may b...
As schools become more crowded and under-staffed, teachers and school staff do not have the resources to mentor every child. It often falls on parents to ensure that their children learn what they need to know. According to the...
William Sears, one of the authors of "The Healthiest Kid in the Neighborhood," your kids need carbohydrates to be active, to grow and to think. Not all carbohydrates are created equal, however, and the Harvard School of Public ...
It isn't a task to put off until the last minute. Depending on where a parent and child live, there will be several formal documents a school will require for enrollment. Some of these, like a birth certificate or immunization ...
Weekly spelling tests are common in many elementary classrooms. If your child struggles with spelling tests or general spelling skills, practice at home may help him improve. Confidence in spelling helps your child become a pro...
Sending your child to school can be bittersweet. While you might be relieved at the end of summer, it's also a statement of her growing independence. Having the right tools and equipment ensures that your child has a good start...
He doesn't need to rely on your guidance as much and gains a degree of independence. You still have a tremendous influence on your child, however, when he is not at school. Use part of this time to help your child with school w...
Always being hungry is not normal, and may be the sign of a disorder. Constant hunger, also called hyperphagia or polyphagia, can be persistent or intermittent, and may not always cause weight gain, Medline Plus says. An excess...
A child who focuses in school absorbs more information and is more likely to complete his assignments. This often results in higher grades and a better understanding of the material covered in class. As a parent, you are able t...
Organization is an important skill that children need in order to be successful in school. Children cannot learn how to be organized on their own. You can help prepare your child for school by teaching him the skills necessary ...
Helping your child succeed in school is a high priority for many parents. You certainly want your child to learn, thrive and perform to the best of his ability in the classroom. Parental expectations and involvement, good organ...
Some adults have a hard time spelling certain words and remembering the spellings of words that sound the same but have different meanings. Teaching kids to spell can be frustrating for you and your child. According to Teach Ki...
Critical thinking involves the ability to sort, classify, break an idea into parts and analyze a situation. Depending on his age, your child’s world may not extend beyond toys or school, but he still has the ability to pr...
Think back to Sesame Street and The Count. He loves counting objects and showing children how to count. As The Count counts, the numbers flash on the television screen. As your child approaches school-age, he will be exposed to...
Most kids forget things from time to time, and no parent has ever been spared the joy of running late and searching frantically for that one shoe that's mysteriously disappeared. Children's days are filled with exploration, pla...
A child with a fear of germs may work hard to avoid germs, and they might try to avoid any threat. The child’s fear of germs might be irrational and excessive, reports the Anxiety Disorders Association of America, or the ...
It also says that children exposed to violence and crime may later resolve conflict in a violent manner and may become desensitized to it. Parents and caregivers can help a child learn to live a healthy life, thereby reducing t...
Every child tries to get out of going to school from time to time, but it turns out that attending school has real, lasting benefits for kids beyond learning about Shakespeare and the Pythagorean theorem. In many nonacademic wa...
Budget cuts in every state are causing schools to cut back on programs. These cutbacks often include programs that involve creative arts. While some will conclude that cutting creative arts programs gives kids and school admini...
Young children in preschool might lack the verbal skills to fully describe their feelings about school, while older children might not want to talk about their day. When your child responds to questions about his school day wit...
A child handles situations and problems based on her personality, temperament and environment. Children experience worries and anxiety at many times in their life. It is important to help a child positively deal with anxiety so...
The ADAA goes on to note that anxiety disorders affect one in eight children, and if no steps are taken to curb the anxiety, the child is at higher risk for poor school performance and substance abuse. With correct support, how...
It may seem teachers and other educational professionals know best about helping your child learn, but the U.S. Department of Education notes that as a parent, you are typically the adult best equipped to help your child succee...
It is important that parents support children's academic efforts and achievements in addition to providing encouragement and assistance when children experience difficulties. Several tips for parents can help their child be suc...
Children spend dozens of hours on playground equipment each year, whether it's at the park or at school. And each year, more than 200,000 children visit the emergency room for injuries sustained on playground equipment, accordi...
Parents want their children to thrive in school. While teachers remain primarily responsible for lessons and training, your contribution as a parent proves equally important to your child's academic success. In his book "The Po...
Concentration, or self-regulation, requires the ability to overcome distractions and focus solely on the task at hand. Children who are unable to concentrate typically struggle in school, since that requirement sums up the expe...
Kindergarten represents a transition for both children and their families. Moving from preschool into a more academic environment can become stressful for everyone. If you're worried that about your child's ability to focus, or...
Every child has the opportunity to succeed in school. Success comes from a variation of techniques that prepare children to learn. Children oftentimes mimic their parents. Your positive attitude toward school and learning will ...
According to the National Resource Center on AD/HD, Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) afflicts approximately five to eight percent of American school-aged children. ADD and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are sim...
There's nothing worse than trying to hustle your child out the door to get him to school on time, only to notice that he's dithering and searching for that lost library book, school folder or sweatshirt for spirit week. Helping...
Once the diaper-changing and late-night crying stop, you only have one more hurdle to cross before enjoying a child-free sleep, and that's getting your children to sleep in their own beds at night. Most parents look forward to ...
While a child spends 30 or more hours per week in school, parental support and guidance is instrumental to a child's educational success. It is essential for parents to stress to their children the importance of getting a good ...
The daily hassle of reminding your children to get all of their books before school can make your morning schedule more stressful than it needs to be. The growing need to bring school books home for homework as your child gets ...
Helping your child make friends and socialize at school can be somewhat challenging, particularly if you have a child with special needs or if your child has an introverted personality. If your child is an only child, it can be...
A highly sensitive child may find that the children, teachers and situations that come along with grade school make her feel upset, uncomfortable and even sad. The harsh criticisms of a well-meaning educator, paired with the ta...
Puberty can be an embarrassing and confusing time for children. Their changing bodies and some of the events that accompany puberty can make the situation uncomfortable for everyone involved. Taking a straightforward, honest an...
The first day of school, moving to a new home, a parent's remarriage or a first sleepover can cause fear or anxiety within a child. New situations are more difficult for some children to cope with than for others. Shyness and a...
Preteen years introduce new challenges to a child and parent. New fears, increased social awareness and self-esteem are some of the major issues facing middle school preteens. Misbehaving to fit in with peers or to attempt to e...
Success in school from an early age will help your child achieve goals later in life. Good grades will play a major role in getting into a good college. A solid college education will help your child immensely when he is lookin...
Most parents believe education should be a top priority for their children. Some kids, however, find school boring and too much of a chore. Unmotivated children find it difficult to do well in school, and this is very distressi...
Although making friends is an important part of your child's social and emotional development, it is important to remember that every child is unique and develops differently. If your child is having difficulty in making friend...
When your child is struggling at school, it can be hard to figure out how to get help. The first thing that parents should do (even before there is a problem) is: "Learn everything that you can about your child's school. The mo...
When a child acts up at school, it can be very disruptive for both the teacher and the other students. There are many reasons why a child acts up in school, and pinpointing the reason can help resolve the issue. A child may act...
Stuttering is a speech difficulty that includes repeating words or syllables during the course of conversation. It can range from mild to severe and usually starts in childhood. Some people stutter through adulthood, especial...
It can be very hard to hear a teacher or family member call your child a slow learner. There can be a few different causes for a child having trouble learning in school, but there are also many solutions. Early intervention is ...
The term also includes school health services, social work services in schools, and parent counseling and training. The IEP should specify the services to be provided, the extent to which they are necessary and who will provide...
It can be very hard to hear a teacher or family member call your child a slow learner. There can be a few different causes for a child having trouble learning in school, but there are also many solutions. Early intervention is ...
A high chair tray is designed to attach to the arms of a baby high chair. Having a high chair tray is ideal as it provides a durable surface for placing baby tableware and creating a comfortable area for your baby while eating...
Going back to school is an important decision that many returning adult students make at some point in their careers. A Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in any field can help open up the doors of opportunity in almost every...
Unfortunately, they're not generally positive. Juvenile delinquency is something that can be dealt with, but understanding how it plays out is integral to helping the child. Everything from cutting school, drugs, physical fight...
