How older kids can improve their writing skills
An education expert offers a surprising way for parents to help that will do more than improve their child's writing skills.
Bright ideas from our readers: spelling struggles
Thanks to the readers who shared games and strategies to help kids with spelling. Their ideas may help your child.
How a computer helped my son with writing
Read the story of how the quality and quantity of one boy's school work improved — along with his self-confidence — by using a computer.
How parents can help older kids with reading problems
Do you have an older child who struggles with reading? An expert explains how you can help him improve his literacy skills.
Finding a good reading tutor for your child with LD
Expert Susan Hall helps parents through the process of finding a good reading tutor for their child.
Effective writing instruction for students with learning problems
Learn about proven classroom strategies for helping kids master writing.
Should my child be evaluated for dyslexia?
An excerpt from Dr. Sally Shaywitz's book, Overcoming Dyslexia, offers parents information and insight.
Latino/Hispanic cultural influences on assessing and treating ADHD
Learn how culture affects assessment and treatment of ADHD - and how sensitivity can help.
Components of effective reading instruction
What are the elements of effective reading instruction for kids who have trouble learning to read? What can parents do at home to develop pre-reading skills and reinforce classroom learning? A reading expert answers those questions here.
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