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You’ve seen it; your child finally agrees to put the tablet down, and they look up at you, a bit dazed, as if they aren’t quite sure where they are. The phenomenon actually has a name: “post-tablet fog.” The signs…
Homeschooling a child with Down syndrome is about balance. It’s about challenges and potential. Homeschooling can support growth and provide unique opportunities to address difficulties. Growth happens. It unfolds at its own pace, and many times, there are seeds of…
There’s something special about the fresh start of a new homeschool year. New supplies. A clean planner. The hopeful feeling that this year, everything will click. Whether you’re a seasoned homeschooler or just getting started with homeschooling, still figuring out…
Homeschooling while working is a difficult but rewarding choice. For many parents, it feels impossible because they can’t fit the mold of a stereotypical homeschooling family. The vision of a stay-at-home mom, baking bread, raising 5 kids, attending co-op classes,…
Teaching children to read is something many parents are eager to start early, but it can seem daunting for anyone who doesn’t have a background in teaching. All About Learning Press has helped countless parents take teaching into their own…
Why Math Games Work “Mom! I don’t get it. I hate math!” Sound familiar? Challenges with math are common. When a child is stuck on a concept, it can be difficult to find a new way to explain it. If…
Why Some Students Struggle with Letter Sounds It’s not uncommon for some students, especially those with dyslexia, to struggle with letter sounds. Reading begins with the ability to hear and manipulate the individual sounds in language (phonemes). This weak phonemic…
First, what is executive functioning? Executive functioning refers to a set of cognitive self-management skills: working memory, planning and organizing, impulse control, self-monitoring, and cognitive flexibility.1
What is executive functioning? What is executive functioning? Executive functioning is the brain’s “manager.” We can define executive functioning as the set of mental skills that enable us to plan, organize, and execute the steps to achieve a goal.
Preschool is an exciting time for young children — it’s a period when they can adjust to structured learning and create habits that will help them throughout their education. Because it’s such an important time of transition, many parents choose…
