Solutions for children who fidget in the classroom
Here are some great ways to incorporate movement into the classroom, which actually improves attention and on task behavior. Solutions for Children Who Fidget in The Classroom
Here are some great ways to incorporate movement into the classroom, which actually improves attention and on task behavior. Solutions for Children Who Fidget in The Classroom
A Mighty Girl: Grace Hopper The First Lady of Software So very true–progress requires change. Think of how you might be able to challenge the status quo this week to affect positive change in some way.
Dear Teachers: You’re Not Fooling Me Teachers and Parents Shared Emotions Great article! Dear teachers, we’re in this together, and we see you…
How We Can Help Young Girls Stay Assertive Tips to help young girls Great food for thought.
Toe Walking: Should You Be Worried? What’s really behind toe walking Here’s some information about the possible reasons for toe walking and ways to follow up if you notice this.
Study: Kids’ Math Anxiety Reduced When Learning With Tutors Tutors’ anxiety-reducing effects Here’s an interesting article about how math tutoring, alone, helped to reduce math anxiety. Having a combination of the right kind of math tutoring and training in CBT strategies would likely be even more successful. Check out this link for some nice, free …
Self Regulation Activities Young Children Study Games Here are some simple games that young children can play to improve self regulation–which is one aspect of executive functioning.
Study: Self-regulation helps kindergartners Promotion with Executive Functions lead to Academic Success Directly teaching executive functioning skills can boost student learning in all academic areas. This article includes a link to some curriculum and teaching suggestions.
Open the Book, Put Down the Tablet at Bedtime How electronic devices can affect sleeping Light from electronics (tv, computer, tablets, etc.) stimulate the brain and make it more difficult to get to sleep. A good rule of thumb is to shut off all screens at least an hour before bedtime and do something relaxing …