Learning with Joy

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Our founder Valeria Fontanals,Ed.M,SS, explains how to let children enjoy learning, which is critical for school success. (Spanish video).  

Simple Directions From Parents Can Guide Children’s Discovery

Whether it’s probing a child’s understanding of a topic through questions or engaging in hands-on activities alongside them, parents can guide their children to learn in new ways through simple directions, according to a study by psychology researchers at The University of Texas at Austin.

How to Give Praise That Builds Your Child’s Self-Esteem

Self-esteem comes from working hard toward a goal and feeling good about it. So while it’s important to praise your child, it’s even more meaningful if he learns to appreciate his own effort and its result. What you say—and how you say it—can help your child develop this ability to self-praise. Here are some suggestions.

Types of Strengths in Kids

When your child has learning and attention issues, it can seem like you spend a lot of time talking about challenges. But building on your child’s strengths is just as important when it comes to helping him succeed. ​ What are your child’s strengths? Here’s a list to help identify them.