A language gap is occurring, and it’s getting wider, and parents are noticing. “My child does not have difficulty reading the words, but I am not sure he understands or can make sense of what he is reading”? Does this sound familiar? These are exact words from a parent who called me recently to discuss […]
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Metacognitive Skills: Tanya’s Story
Tanya worked with me for two weeks, sitting at the same table, facing the same window. Curtains outlined the window, and these curtains had a pattern of geometric shapes and birds. Then, one day, in the middle of the session, Tanya looked at me and said, “Birds, I see birds on those curtains.” It took […]
Metacognition: What Prevents Your Smart Kid From Succeeding?
I meet with parents weekly who share their fear that their child won’t survive in college. Moms tell me that if it wasn’t for them and their constant reminders of what is due, when it is due, and making sure that it gets done, their child would fail. Does this sound familiar? Are you trying […]
Should You Be Worried That Your Kids Aren’t Learning?
“Nothing has ever been achieved by the person who said that it couldn’t be done.” Eleanor Roosevelt Today, we are in the midst of a national crisis in education, and adults everywhere are worried that kids aren’t learning. With good reason. Do you know how many children will finish out another year well below their […]
Setting Learning Goals for Your Child’s Education
What goals do you have for your child’s education? Have you ever thought about that? It may be as simple as graduating from high school or as intense as being accepted into an Ivy League school. Maybe it is for your child to read at grade level, pass their current grade, or finally gain the self-confidence that you know you want them to have.
ADHD and Fear of Failure
Here’s a brain hack that will help your ADHD child stop fearing failure. ADHD and fear of failure are closely connected. As a parent, it’s hard to watch your child crumble at every misstep. What if we gave our kids a high five every time they failed? I recently heard Sara Blakely, the founder, and […]
How a 10-minute call can solve years of emotional pain
For parents who struggle, yell, and eventually give up on tutoring their children, a 10-minute call with Kyra Minichan of The Cognitive Emporium can pinpoint the barriers your child is facing. The call is complimentary...simply schedule 10 minutes with Kyra by clicking the "Book Now" button.
10 MINUTES IS ALL IT TAKES
