As parents, we spend a lot of time helping our children earn good grades, complete homework, and prepare for life after high school. But there is another set of skills that often has a bigger impact on long-term success than any report card ever will: executive function skills. Executive function skills are the mental processes that help us plan, organize, manage time, control emotions, solve problems, and get things done. These skills are what allow adults to pay bills on time, show up to ...
What to Expect at Your Child’s IEP Meeting: A Parent’s Guide to Feeling Prepared and Confident
If you've ever received a notice for an IEP meeting and immediately felt nervous, overwhelmed, or unsure of what to expect, you're not alone. Many parents walk into their first Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting wondering who will be there, what they'll be asked to do, and how they can best advocate for their child. The good news? An IEP meeting is designed to be a team effort. Everyone at the table should be working toward the same goal: helping your child succeed at ...
How to Teach Your Child to Do Laundry (Without the Stress)
One of the most important life skills we can teach our children is how to do their own laundry. While it may seem easier to toss their clothes into the washer yourself, teaching middle school and high school students to manage their own laundry helps build responsibility, independence, and confidence. The good news is that laundry is not as complicated as it seems. Most teens can learn the basics in just a few sessions. Once they understand the process, they'll be better prepared for high ...
Disney Twisted Tales: The Complete Reading Order and Why Teens Love These Magical Retellings
If you've ever watched a Disney movie and wondered, "What would have happened if one thing had gone differently?" then the Disney Twisted Tales series is for you. Published by Disney-Hyperion, the Twisted Tales books take beloved Disney classics and turn them upside down. Each novel asks a fascinating "what if" question that changes the entire story. The result is a collection of young adult fantasy novels filled with adventure, romance, mystery, and plenty of unexpected twists. These ...
7 Books Every High School Freshman Should Read for Fun
Starting high school is a huge milestone. Freshmen are navigating new classes, new friendships, extracurricular activities, and a whole lot of change. While assigned reading has its place, sometimes the best thing a teenager can do is pick up a book simply because it's enjoyable. Reading for pleasure has been linked to better vocabulary, improved writing skills, reduced stress, and increased empathy. The trick is finding books that teenagers actually want to read. If you have an incoming ...
10 Things Incoming High School Freshmen Should Focus on This Year
Starting high school is a big milestone for both teens and parents. For many students, freshman year feels exciting, overwhelming, and a little scary all at the same time. New teachers, larger campuses, tougher classes, and increased independence can make the transition challenging. The good news is that freshman year doesn't have to be perfect. In fact, the goal isn't perfection at all. The goal is learning how to navigate high school successfully while building habits that will help your ...
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