If your student reads slowly and has difficulty completing assignments or works quickly and misses key details Teach It! 1) Objective: Students will learn when and how to adapt their reading approach based on the complexity and purpose of the assignment. 2)... View More
If your students need exposure to a broad range of topics and would be engaged in current events Instruction and Practice 1)Objective: Offering newspapers or magazines as motivating and relevant reading choices will support development of reading comprehensi... View More
If your student doesn't take a strong point of view when writing How to Apply It! 1) Having a clear purpose will help you keep your thoughts organized for writing and speaking. 1) Ask yourself "why". Why am I writing this paper? Why am I telling this story?... View More
If your child is struggling with social or emotional issues and enjoys writing How to Apply It! 1) Daily journals can be a great place for students to practice writing and reading and express feelings. Journals give children a way to vent safely or to expres... View More
If your student struggles with reading comprehension because of weaker vocabulary How to Apply It! 1) Add-on virtual dictionaries can be a great tool for students who do a lot of online reading. 1) Online dictionaries can "overlay" almost any standard webs... View More
If your student's handwriting is interfering with completing work accurately or efficiently Teach It! 1)Objective: Students who type more efficiently than they write will use a keyboard for typing notes or papers in class, on tests or for homework. 2)Teach... View More
If your student is having trouble remembering key details and enjoys storytelling and/or has stronger visual-spatial skills Teach It! 1) Objective: Students will use the method of loci to help them memorize difficult or large quantities of information and/or... View More
Mindfulness is an alternative to yoga and meditation which focuses on helping students be more aware and respectful of their feelings, thoughts, beliefs and behaviors with the objective of managing emotions and self-regulating behavior. How to Apply It! 1) ... View More