Fun Ways to Build Your Children’s Cognitive Skills {Tip 12 of 31}
Developing Better Brains We spend most of our time trying to “teach” our children new academic skills like reading and math. However, it is our brain that allows any of...
Back-To-School Tips
Turning Off at Bedtime {Tip 11 of 31}
DOUG’S BACK-TO-SCHOOL TIP: GET THE ELECTRONICS OUT OF THE BEDROOM WHEN IT’S TIME TO SLEEP! The kids may be used to having their phone or tablet right next to them...
DIY Homework Folder {Tip 10 of 31}
A DIY homework folder that helps keep school work organized! It was always a challenge for me and my child to keep homework/paperwork straight during the school year. I was...
Making Sure Your Child’s Shoes Make the Grade {Tip 8 of 31}
Doctors say that choosing the proper shoes is key to your child’s health How to make sure your child’s shoes make the grade this year While most back-to-school purchases can...
Six Ways to Foster Friendships at School {Tip 7 of 31}
Friends are an important part of the school experience. Friends are an important part of the school experience. Friends offer kids a respite from adult guided or solitary activities. They...
5 Apps to Kick-start Your Morning Routine {Tip 6 of 31}
Making morning routines fun! This back to school tip aims to tackle many people’s LEAST favorite topic – mornings! For many parents and children, with and without special needs, getting...
Keeping Play in the School Day {Tip 5 of 31}
Realizing the Importance of Playtime during school year Kids everywhere rejoice! Playtime is just as important as school time. Look around at schools nowadays, tests are more abundant and all...
Helping Kids Keep Healthy Teeth {Tip 4 of 31}
Better brushing leads to better results I am a dentist working with children and adults who have special needs. I also train a program of post doctoral dentists who...
R-E-L-A-X-A-T-I-O-N {Tip 3 of 31}
The secret for your child to be more successful in the upcoming school year… R-E-L-A-X-A-T-I-O-N R-E-L-A-X-A-T-I-O-N Parents of children with special needs all have the same obsession: stimulation! It...
Zipping Made Easy {Tip 2 of 31}
Does your child have difficulty zipping? Try this! Here is a quick and easy idea to help a child manipulate a zipper on a backpack, lunchbox, or jacket. All you...