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Why Productive Struggle Builds More Resilient Learners

Today at 4:24 am

When your child gets frustrated with a tough math problem or a new reading skill, it can be tempting to jump in and help. But here’s something powerful to remember:…

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Smart But Struggling: Why “Just Try Harder” Isn’t the Answer

27 Oct at 5:19 am

If you have a child struggling academically, it’s common to question their effort. This is especially true when your child shows academic abilities that are inconsistent. You may also hear…

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The Science of Reading + Strong Cognitive Skills = Reading Unlocked!

22 Oct at 5:23 am

Eve’s Reading Improvements Eve was struggling with reading despite reading interventions and practice at home. Trying to read 30 minutes each night at home was difficult as Eve resisted reading. …

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Questions to Ask in Parent-Teacher Conferences to Identify Learning Struggles

14 Oct at 4:11 am

We are now deeper into the school year, and parent-teacher conferences are on the horizon. It’s an opportunity to zero in on any learning struggles your child may be experiencing. …

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Have an IEP? Here’s What You Need to Know

9 Oct at 6:19 am

If you have a child who is struggling academically or maybe has a diagnosis like ADHD, dyslexia or a learning disability, they may qualify for school accommodations often called an…

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Roman’s Reading Transformation!

2 Oct at 6:55 am

When a child struggles to read, it impacts almost every academic area as well as their confidence. Roman was falling further behind as he struggled to sound out words and…

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Can You Train Your Brain Like Chris Hemsworth on “Limitless”?

1 Oct at 5:56 am

When Chris Hemsworth took on the challenge of boosting his brain power in Limitless: Live Better Now with Chris Hemsworth (National Geographic/Disney+), he put the spotlight on something scientists, psychologists,…

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The Brain Skills Behind School Avoidance and Meltdowns

18 Sep at 10:09 am

School has started and maybe you’re getting resistance or your child is anxious about school. Sometimes this can show up as headaches or stomach aches while at school that then…

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An 8-Year-Old’s Breakthrough: Autism, Hope, and the Power of LearningRx Training

10 Sep at 12:30 pm

Bradley is diagnosed with autism and was struggling to make friends, had reading and spelling challenges and difficulties with sensory processing. It’s common for individuals on the autism spectrum to…

ADHD and reading struggles

Make Reading Easier—Today and Long-Term

3 Sep at 10:44 am

Reading is a critical skill and is difficult for many. Why is it such a struggle for some students? The most recent statistics show that over two-thirds of 4th graders…

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Why Some Kids Struggle to Read (Even After Lots of Practice)

1 Sep at 5:49 am

When kids struggle to read, you’ve probably heard the advice: “Just keep practicing. It’ll click eventually.” But what happens when it doesn’t click—no matter how many hours of practice, tutoring,…

Brain trainer and client at LearningRx Eagan

70 Years Post Brain Injury, LearningRx Training Changed Wayne’s Life

29 Aug at 1:19 pm

Wayne had struggled ever since he could remember. When Wayne was 2 years old, his father had shaken him intensely to dislodge something he was choking on. The result was a traumatic…

Girl frustrated with homework

It’s the Brain, Not the Books: The Real Reason for Reading Challenges

28 Aug at 5:04 am

Helping a child overcome reading challenges can be a confusing process given options like tutoring, school interventions or IEPs. In recent years, a helpful trend has started as reading experts…

Girl reading with head down in frustration

The Surprising Truth About What’s Happening in an ADHD Brain

21 Aug at 8:31 am

It’s estimated that about 11% of children have an ADHD diagnosis. These are high numbers, and ADHD is the most common diagnosis we work with at LearningRx Savage. Strategies to…

2025 Excellence in Customer Service Award

17 Years, 1 Standard: Excellence – LearningRx Savage Does It Again!

14 Aug at 6:37 am

We are excited to be celebrating our 17th year of service to the southwest metro area and for the 17th year in a row, LearningRx Savage was awarded the Excellent…

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Why Is My Child Struggling So Much to Adjust to School This Year?

1 Aug at 5:53 am

The first few weeks of school can be tough for many kids, but if your child is melting down, zoning out, or constantly saying, “I hate school,” you’re probably wondering:…

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Why Does My Child Resist Reading—and What Can I Do About It?

30 Jul at 5:12 am

If your child resists reading—or avoids it altogether—you’re not alone. For many families, reading becomes a daily battle filled with frustration, tears, and growing concern. While some kids naturally gravitate…

Watch Out For These Red Flags This Summer

13 Jun at 4:08 pm

As we take a break from school year, it is a good time to watch out for these red flags this summer as the hope is that our children…

ADHD and reading struggles

Smart But Struggling

5 Jun at 7:54 pm

Many of the students we work with are smart but struggling, like Lily. Her logic exceeded the 90th percentile. Why is it that kids can be extremely bright, yet struggle. The answer often…

Brain trainer and student at LearningRx Savage & Woodbury

This Summer It’s Time for an Evidence Based Approach

22 May at 7:15 pm

This summer it’s time for an evidence based approach! Summer is the time of year that many families look for tutoring options. But maybe this year is the time to review your…

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Changing the Trajectory of a Child’s Life

16 May at 2:28 am

We love having the privilege of changing the trajectory of a child’s life. We often receive updates from students we have worked with many years ago and the success they…

Helping Your Child Learn to Read

8 May at 2:55 pm

In helping your child learn to read or read at grade level, it’s important to ask – “Why are they below grade level and struggling in reading?” Roughly 70% of…

So Many Options for ADHD

24 Apr at 11:02 pm

As parents seek attention help or ADHD help, it can be overwhelming given there are so many options for ADHD. Meet Kilian. Kilian was diagnosed with ADHD at a young…

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Study Skills and Cognitive Skills

17 Apr at 11:47 pm

We have many families contact us to help their child improve their study skills. Study and homework issues like procrastination, poor test taking, poor organizational skills and difficulties with prioritizing and…

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Reading Support for Learners with Dyslexia

10 Apr at 2:45 pm

If you or a loved one is diagnosed with dyslexia, finding reading support for learners with dyslexia is an important step. When someone you love is diagnosed with dyslexia, it’s…

Brain Training to Build Reading Skills

3 Apr at 5:33 pm

If you or a loved one consistently struggles with reading, brain training to build reading skills may be the key to improving. Many interventions aim to help build reading…

Catch Them Early: Empower Success Through Early Intervention

27 Mar at 2:20 pm

If your child is struggling, it’s helpful to catch them early and empower success through early intervention. Parents have the opportunity to empower success through early intervention. Sully’s sister,…

Boy frustrated with school work

ADHD and Executive function

20 Mar at 5:11 pm

Noah came to LearningRx his senior year and had been struggling as a result of his ADHD and executive function difficulties. His parents had tried many interventions over the years, but…

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When Your Smart Child Struggles

14 Mar at 1:59 pm

When your smart child struggles, it’s natural to wonder why. You may hear feedback at parent conferences like, “Your child is smart but he or she just needs to try harder…

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ADHD help for adults

7 Mar at 8:11 pm

If you are seeking ADHD help for adults, LearningRx training can be a helpful option as ADHD is the most common diagnosis we work with – including school aged students…