The Top 11 Worst Ways to Study: Strategies That Won’t Get You an A After working with over 8,000 kids over the last fourteen years, I can attest to the fact that these non-study strategies are guaranteed to reduce academic
7 Signs Your Child May Need Tutoring
7 Signs Your Child May Need Tutoring Every child learns at their own pace, but there could be times when they might need a little extra help to understand challenging concepts or to reinforce learning. If you are a concerned
Halloween: How to Use Study Skills to Get The Most Candy
Halloween. How to Use Study Skills to Get The Most Candy Hey there students! With Halloween around the corner, it’s time to gear up for a night of fun, frights, and, most importantly, a bounty of candy! It’s that thrilling
8 Ways to Start the School Year on the Wrong Foot
Steering Clear of Pitfalls: How to Avoid Common Mistakes and Kickstart a Successful Academic Year The thrill of the back-to-school season can be both exhilarating and nerve-wracking. From the fluttery anticipation of a fresh academic year to the tangible anxiety
6 Ways to Start the School Year on the Right Foot
Top Tips for Starting The New School Year Right: A Student’s Guide The first few weeks of school are crucial. Not only are you getting to know your schedule, and meeting old and new friends, but you’re also establishing precedents
Making the Transition to College: Characteristics and Skills That Are Critical to Success, part 2
Success in College: Enhancing Problem-Solving, Metacognition, Self-Determination & Time Management Skills As students embark on their college journey, they will encounter a multitude of challenges and responsibilities beyond academics that will determine their college success. In last week’s article, guest
Making the Transition to College: Characteristics and Skills That Are Critical to Success, part 1
Preparing for College: Beyond Academics – Nurturing Self-Awareness, Advocacy, Motivation, Resilience, and Regulation Skills Kids go to college to continue their education. Sure, that’s true. But the reality of going to college involves so much more than academics. As students
Summer Math Learning Loss: What You Can Do About It
Even though summer has started, it’s important for parents to recognize the potential math gaps that their children may have developed. These gaps can hinder their progress in the coming academic year. According to a recent article in The New
How to Get Your Child to Read Over the Summer: Librarians Reveal Their Insights
According to a recent article in The New York Times, the average student is a third of a year behind in reading as a result of the pandemic. Luckily, summer is the perfect time to try to reverse this trend.
A Guide to Surviving College for Students with ADD/ADHD and Executive Function Challenges: Part 3. The Importance of Note-Taking
College students often find themselves grappling with numerous distractions and challenges including managing their time effectively and staying focused amidst distractions, information overload, a new environment, and the pressure to succeed. This can be particularly daunting for college students with
Anxiety and Finals: 6 Ways Parents Can Reduce Their Student’s Anxiety (Part 2)
Final exams are coming! These benchmarks are one of the last hurdles before summer vacations for many students. The breadth and depth of these exams can be daunting and stressful. As a parent, it is hard to balance the urge
Anxiety and Finals: 5 Ways Parents Unintentionally Increase Their Student’s Anxiety (Part 1)
With the end of the school year upon us, we recognize that anxiety is a predictable and expected part of a student’s daily life. Deadlines are looming, examinations are approaching, and the light at the end of the tunnel is
7 Ways to Get a Jump on Preparing for Finals
Plan your work, and work your plan, is the best way to get through the stressful period of end-of-year finals. Even though it seems like weeks away, it’s a good idea to start thinking about one’s approach to tackling final
A Guide to Surviving College for Students with ADD/ADHD: Part 2. How to Develop Executive Functions
To be a successful college student, certain skills and tools must be in place to support the academic journey. As it turns out, these skills are not only essential for learning at higher levels but also necessary for careers and
8 Lessons Yogi Berra Could Have Taught on Study Skills
It’s baseball season! Former American Major League Baseball manager, Yogi Berra, was one of the most often quoted celebrities around the world. He was considered one of the greatest baseball players of all time. Despite only having an eighth-grade education,
Is There A Link Between Motivation and Executive Functions?
A lack of motivation can be directly linked to poor executive functions. Sustaining focus and maintaining goals, and getting tasks done – as in assignments, is dependent on the strength of one’s executive function. Executive functions are a set of
5 Ways to Annoy Your Teacher When Asking for Help
Engaged students aren’t afraid to ask for help from teachers when they need it. And most teachers are happy to help a nice, earnest kid who’s struggling. But there are right ways and wrong ways to ask for that kind
Chronic Procrastination, and What to Do About It
Procrastination is a common problem that affects many children whether they have ADD/ADHD, executive function deficits, or not. Many kids struggle to start and finish tasks and have difficulty managing their time effectively. This often leads to stress, lost motivation,
A Guide to Surviving College for Students with ADD/ADHD and Executive Function Challenges: Part 1. Planning
As you guide your senior student through their final college decisions, you might have some thoughts on the next phase of their educational careers, and how they will fare in their new environment. For students with ADD/ADHD, and some executive
How to Study in School: A Guide for March Madness Fans
By Noah Pederson, 12th Grade Did you know that NCAA March Madness players are not only star athletes, but they are also students? Yes, it’s true. NCAA basketball players apply all the same skills on the courts as students apply
5 Ways to Remember What You Learn in 2023 and Beyond
Recalling new material is one of the biggest challenges students have. Every subject requires a different mindset. What’s more, with the constant bombardment and sheer volume of information being thrown at us constantly from a myriad of sources, it’s no
What’s the Connection Between Study Skills and Self-Esteem?
Study skills and self-esteem are two important factors that play a significant role in determining a student’s academic success. These two elements are closely related, as each one can affect the other in various ways. Study skills refer to the
Does Executive Function Coaching Work for Students with ADHD/ADD?
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) are neurological disorders that affect millions of students (and adults) everywhere. Characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, and hyperactivity, these attributes can make it challenging for even the best of students
5 Ways Quizzes Will Help You Ace Tests in 2023
Quizzes are tools to help determine what you know, or what you don’t know. Many students think quizzes are a nuisance and are not worth investing too much time or effort into. However, did you know that quizzes provide valuable
How Executive Function Boosts Academic Success
Executive function (EF) is a set of cognitive skills that are critical for academic success. These skills include planning and organization, time management, working memory, self-control, attention, flexibility, inhibition, and self-evaluation. These abilities are vital for students as they navigate
5 Warning Signs Your Student Does Not Know How to Study
Now that the second half of the year has started, it’s time to make sure your student knows how to study using the study skills needed to finish the year strong. If your student struggles with any of the issues
The Super Bowl. How Football Players Use Study Skills to Win!
Next Sunday, America will be glued to television sets to watch the biggest sporting event of the year. The Super Bowl! The Super Bowl is a big deal. Getting to the Super Bowl inspires many questions, such as: What
4 Rituals for Creating Effective and Efficient Study Habits
As students, how we study is so important in determining if we succeed. Good students have certain study habits that ensure top results. Look at these four rituals and see if you are using them. If not, it’s never too
6 Secrets of a Successful Study Group
Working in a study group is one way to actively engage yourself with the material you are learning in school. It can also help deepen your understanding and your classmates’ understanding of the material as you share your knowledge and
4 Ways to Motivate Your Unmotivated Student
Many students need a little push to get them more actively involved in their studying. Motivating your unmotivated student can be as simple as providing an incentive that means something special. Below are some thoughts on this topic. If you
6 Signs You May Need Extra Help
Is it taking you four hours to do homework when it should have taken you two? Are you working overtime, but getting minimal results? Do you easily lose focus in class? Get unsatisfactory results on tests and papers? Don’t wait
Four Study Skills New Year’s Resolutions
It’s the first week of the New Year, so it’s a perfect time to think through what kind of resolutions to boost your studying for 2023. Here are some resolutions to consider adopting as goals for the upcoming calendar year.
Five Reasons to Start Studying for Midterm Exams Now
Don’t let the glitter and glitz of the holiday season distract you too much! Midterm exams are fast approaching in January, and while it’s good to celebrate the holidays, you should start preparing for exams as well. According to Psychology
5 Ways of Staying Focused Over the Holidays
Staying focused over the holidays is hard during the most wonderful time of the year: People are merry, snow is falling, and happiness is in the air. Understandably, for many students, distractions abound, and the conflict between fun and work
Successful Transitions – High School Edition
Transitioning to High School: What (YOU?) A Parent Needs to Know For Some Students, Transitioning to High School is Very Stressful. For Others, It’s an Exciting Time. Regardless, High School is The Major League. It Really Counts Now. Transitioning to