ADHD-Friendly Activities for Kids at Home

ADHD-Friendly Activities for Kids at Home

Children with ADHD thrive on action. They enjoy being fully engaged, in mind and body. Physicians and educators have seen positive results when ADHD children are able to incorporate movement into learning at school, but what about that time at home? How can you create...
Why is Mental Health Important for Students?

Why is Mental Health Important for Students?

In Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, safety and security are foundational. Without a solid, healthy mindset, a student will never learn. In fact, in education, there is a common phrase: “Maslow before Bloom.” This refers to Maslow’s physiological hierarchy and Bloom’s...
How to Break Cell Phone Addiction

How to Break Cell Phone Addiction

That moment when you realize you’ve left the house and you’ve got your keys, your wallet, and no cell phone. Do you turn around and get it? What if you break down? What if you get into an accident? Do you ask to use the other guy’s phone? How on earth did you...
The Joy of Learning Outside the Classroom

The Joy of Learning Outside the Classroom

As parents, it’s our job to help find ways for our elementary-aged children to learn and grow in an enjoyable way. We have the perfect list of activities to keep your young learner actively engaged! From reading and writing – unleashing literary creativity...