Recent Posts in the Reading & Dyslexia Category

• 10 Ways to Help Your Child Succeed in School This Fall

  Jul 27, 2021
  Ready to help your child make this the best school year yet? We've got some tips to make the transition to the classroom easier and keep your student focused! 1. Ditch unnecessary technology during ...
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• Characteristics of a learning disability

  Jul 26, 2021
  Do you suspect your student has a learning disability? If so, it's probably based on observations you've made (e.g., homework struggles, less-than-stellar grades) or feedback from a teacher (e.g., ...
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• July 22 is Hammock Day! 7 sites to find free ebooks for summer leisure reading

  Jul 22, 2021
  July 22 is Hammock Day and other than napping, we can't think of a better way to take advantage of the relaxing environment! If you're the type who enjoys reading on a tablet, take note. We found some ...
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• Why Classroom Accommodations for Learning Styles Don't Necessarily Improve Outcomes

  Jul 15, 2021
  Although educators and researchers disagree on how many learning styles may exist, there are at least four that many accept as as general classifications: • VISUAL LEARNER : Learns well when aided by ...
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• How does online brain training work?

  Jul 12, 2021
  If you've been considering personal brain training for you or someone you love but don't live near a LearningRx Center, we've got some good news: LearningRx now offers live, 1-on-1 online brain ...
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• 4 FAQs About Personal Brain Training

  Jul 7, 2021
  When people come to LearningRx for the first time, they typically have a lot of questions. It's understandable, as we offer a unique service that's very different than tutoring, brain games, or ...
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• 4 Procedures to Train Cognitive Skills at Home (or in School)

  Jul 6, 2021
  Whether you're a teacher, parent or combination of both, there are procedures you can use to help train students' cognitive skills. Also known as brain skills , cognitive skills are the core skills ...
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• What it's like to go through LearningRx 1-on-1 Brain Training

  Jun 24, 2021
  If you've been contemplating enrolling your student in LearningRx 1-on-1 brain training, we thought it might be helpful to fully explain what the process is like. Here are the 5 basic steps: 1. ...
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• 5 Facts That Help De-stigmatize Learning Disabilities

  Jun 23, 2021
  If you've been told your student has a learning disorder (a.k.a. learning disability), it can bring up a wealth of emotions ranging from fear and guilt to embarrassment and worry. But there are some ...
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• The Skills Your Student Needs to Live up to Their Learning Potential

  Jun 21, 2021
  You already know your student is intelligent. But maybe this past year's performance doesn't seem to measure up to what you know to be their potential. You're not alone! The good news is, no matter ...
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