5 Love Languages Assessment

Looking to improve your communication with others? I came across these interesting assessments - at all levels of relationships. Even includes an assessment on apology.

Learning Disabilities: Sorting Fact from Fiction

Learning Disabilities: Sorting Fact from Fiction

Learning disabilities are, in the words of a renowned researcher, islands of weakness in a sea of strength.

Fostering Motivation in Kids With Learning and Attention Problems - Survival Strategies

Fostering Motivation in Kids With Learning and Attention Problems - Survival Strategies | GreatSchools
I truly believe that the key to motivation is connection. More attention must be paid to developing the teen's strengths and interests. Each month, look for ways to promote and develop those interests by helping your teen to connect to his or her strengths and interests. Make sure to spend time listening to them. Suggest  opportunities for them to explore different jobs and careers. Consider arranging field trips; hopefully, a short-term internship or apprenticeship will evolve. Make a plan together. The sooner the better.

Zoology and Biology Visual and Interactive Graphic Organizers and Notes

Biology students studying the animal kingdom - take note! Lots of visual information for you.

Executive function: A new lens for viewing your child

Frustrated and confused by your child's challenges with focus and effort? Author Kristin Stanberry offers parents information about learning and the role of executive functioning. A clear and concise explanation.

TV And Smartphones May Hamper A Good Night's Sleep

Teenagers and sleep - or lack of ... Great NPR "Science Friday"program.
Sleep researchers Charles Czeisler and Scott Huettel discuss how sleep deprivation affects the brain, and why bedtime technology use may be partly to blame.

Learning Outside the Lines

If you haven't already read "Learning Outside the Lines" written by Jonathan Mooney and David Cole, 2000, then do so right now. Run get it. Read it immediately. Pass it on. A mom shared this book with me yesterday (thank you, Tracy), and even though I'd heard of the title, I had not taken the time to read the book. I care about you all, and I think of you constantly (really). I search for ways to help students tap into their own learning. These two young men who took the time to write their story offer students ways to take control of their own learning. I'm studying their comments today.