Updated February 2026 As children mature, their executive functioning skills slowly develop. Over time, children begin to grow in their ability to control their thoughts and actions. They learn how to better control their emotions, regulate their behavior, and focus on a task for a longer period of time. These important skills begin to develop […]

Updated February 2026 While dyslexia is one of the most common learning disabilities, affecting 1 in 5 people, there are countless misconceptions about dyslexia that still remain. Dyslexia remains largely misunderstood by most, including many stakeholders in education. Because of this, it’s crucial we sort facts from fiction, with the goal of dispelling several big misconceptions […]

Updated February 2026 Some students seem to naturally love and want to do well in school. They likely possess what psychologists refer to as intrinsic motivation, where they are naturally motivated to do their best because they are motivated to do so (if this is your student, keep reading! You are likely to find at […]

Updated February 2026 Just as it’s important for us to set goals in our lives, goal setting for students is often an overlooked aspect of the learning process. A learning goal is a desired outcome students are striving to reach within a specific time frame. Whether your child’s goal is to read the Harry Potter […]

Updated February 2026 Every child is unique, with different interests, backgrounds, strengths, weaknesses, goals, motivations, and learning styles. So why are children all taught the same? Self-directed learning is a truly student-centered approach that bases everything on the individual student’s interests and needs. It empowers students to become active and independent learners, giving them a […]

Updated February 2026 Many families use the terms tutoring and academic coaching interchangeably. While they overlap in meaningful ways, they are not the same. Understanding the difference helps you choose the right support for your child. 3 Key Differences Between Tutoring and Academic Coaching 1. Tutoring focuses on targeting specific skills, while academic coaching focuses on […]

Updated February 2026 The average classroom in America is almost entirely absent of student-centered learning. Oftentimes the teacher is talking, students are in a row of chairs facing the teacher, and students are expected to complete different tasks, assignments, and tests their teacher assigns them. This leads many students to checking out, underperforming, and hyper-focusing […]

Updated February 2026 Like most skills, children benefit from being explicitly taught metacognitive learning strategies. John Dewey, the well known educational psychologist, once said, “we do not learn from experience. We learn from reflecting on experience.” It doesn’t need to be a mystery helping your child reflect on their learning. Quick Overview This guide explains […]