We may be able to connect with movies on an emotional level and they may make us think or feel deeply, but can they improve our social skills? There has been research into the positive effects of movies on our capacity to handle emotional stress, which can make us feel more confident and socially secure. However, if we are struggling with depression, anxiety, autism spectrum challenges (ASD) or ADHD, a good movie will not be enough.
Read MoreYou may hear this term often and we hope the following clarifies your understanding. Executive function skills are critical for all of us; they are a group of skills that we use every day to learn, manage and accomplish things and generally get what we want out of life.
Read MoreIf you are motivated and you are in a hurry to complete long-term goals…that’s a good thing. It’s all about goal-driven persistence. On the other hand, if you are rushing because you did not plan or execute properly, that is a problem, especially if you find yourself in this situation frequently.
Read MoreStudents need to organize in ways that work for them, using systems and habits that are their own, and that they can embrace. Creating awareness of what needs to be done always focuses on when assignments are due, however; being aware of “Due Dates” is just part of the process.
Read MoreExecutive function skills are critical for all of us…to accomplish necessary tasks and enjoy life.
Read MoreMany creative and intelligent students face challenges in reading because of any number of different factors. Up to 20 percent of students are not able to learn or master reading skills based on the instruction that they receive in school, especially if they are dyslexic.
Read MoreCheck in every Wednesday for our FA Learning Solutions Little Kids Book Club book of the week! We provide the questions to ask your child as you read the book aloud, and don’t miss our fun facts! Enjoy!
Read MoreIn the world of COVID, few aspects of life have been as deeply impacted as our children’s education and their ability to learn. The transition to virtual and hybrid learning has upended so many of the daily routines that we took for granted with in-person schooling.
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