Oct 7, 2016 | Tips & Tools for Students
Having gone through school before the age of personal computers, I had to do research the old-fashioned way- at the library. And let me tell you, it required significantly more planning and work! First, you had to plan to get to the library while it was open. Then,...
Sep 26, 2014 | Executive Function Skills, Parenting Tips, Resources, Study Skills, Tips & Tools for Students
Use an Academic Planner If you’re like most of my students, you are probably thinking that you don’t need to use an academic planner because you can just remember your homework, projects, and upcoming tests. Guess what? That will work until it doesn’t! Some things are...
Aug 21, 2013 | Organization, Parenting Tips, Tips & Tools for Students
I’ve had some students come to my office with backpacks that weigh as much as they do! Well, perhaps I’m exaggerating a bit, but in all seriousness, backpacks should not weigh more than 10 to 15% of a child’s body weight. So, how can you help your children keep...