Math Problem Helps: Use of Graph Paper

Children with ADHD often struggle with both poor handwriting and poor organizational skills, which can result in squashed, misaligned columns of numbers.  Often math problems are wrong because the student arranged their columns of numbers incorrectly, not because the student did not know their math facts or how to do the problem correctly. Graph paper can help solve this problem.  Arrange problems on graph...

What Are You Doing for MLK Day?

I am old enough to admit that there was a time in my life when there was no MLK day. I am so proud to acknowledge how far this country has come. I have watched us progress from a mindset of “oh that’s just another excuse for a banker’s holiday” to the true intended spirit of the day…”what are you going to do for your neighbor?” Monday is a call to action for all of us, an opportunity to call our...

Looking for Fun Winter Break Fieldtrips

The lull between holiday celebrations can be challenging. Movies and shopping can only entertain so long, and are often tough on the pocketbook. Sometimes a “plan B escape” from scrutinizing family is needed! Check out this fieldtrip website that gives the details on free or a small fee “fieldtrips” in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, and...