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Essential Holiday Gift Guide for Learning, Connection, and Calm
Discover our Holiday Gift Guide, curated by LFA Educational Therapists alongside Kim Tran, LMFT, featuring meaningful podcast recommendations, engaging games, inspiring books, and simple, supportive gift ideas for kids and families. Each handpicked item is designed to nurture learning, spark connection, and encourage calm during the holiday season. We hope this guide helps make your celebrations brighter, easier, and filled with moments that truly matter. Wishing you and your
LFA
Dec 81 min read


When You’ve Tried Everything: A Letter to Parents of a Child Struggling in School
Dear Parents, If you're reading this, chances are you're exhausted, not just physically, but emotionally. You've done the meetings, followed the school’s recommendations, arranged tutoring, kept communication open with teachers, and tried to stay positive. And still your child is struggling in school, despite all your effort . Not for lack of trying and certainly not for lack of intelligence. You’re not failing. In fact, your persistence is evidence of how deeply you care.
LFA
Nov 42 min read


Helping Kids with ADHD Adjust to Daylight Savings Time: 4 Expert Tips from an Educational Therapist
When Daylight Savings Time rolls around, families with kids, from toddlers to teens, often notice the ripple effects: tougher mornings, late-night energy bursts, and routines that suddenly feel out of sync. For children with ADHD, these challenges can be even more intense. Their brains depend on predictable structure to stay regulated and focused. A one-hour shift can lead to big changes in mood, attention, and behavior. Here are four strategies to help your child with ADHD n
LFA
Oct 302 min read


Enhancing Critical Thinking Skills in Children
In today's rapidly evolving world, the ability to think critically is more crucial than ever. Preparing children to think critically could be a game changer in strengthening their academic development. Here are five essential skills to work on with your learner to help enhance their critical thinking. 1. Analyzing Analogies Analogies encourage children to see relationships between seemingly different things. When you ask, "A bird is to the sky as a fish is to the...", you pro
jeffreylukeherman
Oct 83 min read


A Letter from Our Founder & Executive Director
Dear friends and colleagues, Grateful. Humbled. Surprised. These are the words that come to mind as I reflect on the last 10 years of...
gizelle9
Sep 192 min read


Celebrating Success: Overcoming Learning Disabilities
In a world that often celebrates "natural talent," it's easy to overlook the immense determination and unique perspectives that come from...
jeffreylukeherman
Aug 63 min read


Summer Reading List: Engaging Books for All Ages
Make reading this summer fun and entertaining for your young learner! Below, we have a list of books that we feel your elementary,...
jeffreylukeherman
Jul 34 min read


Screen Free Games for Traveling
July brings many fun-filled adventures with family. Whether you are traveling by car or plane, we have a great selection of screen free...
jeffreylukeherman
Jul 12 min read


The ADHD Iceberg: What Lies Beneath the Surface
When you think of ADHD, what comes to mind? For many, it's the familiar trio of inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity . These are...
jeffreylukeherman
Jun 192 min read


Six Test Prep Strategies to Help Mitigate Anxiety!
Everyone knows that tests are difficult. They are designed to be, and because of this, students tend to stress and panic over exams. But...
jeffreylukeherman
Apr 162 min read


3 Visual Literacy Supports
Here are 3 Visual Literacy Supports to help your struggling reader Story Kits: Physical objects that learners can touch, feel, and...
jeffreylukeherman
Mar 261 min read


Holiday Gift Guide: Fun & Educational Games and Books for Kids
The holiday season is the perfect time to find gifts that are both entertaining and enriching. We’ve compiled a list of games and books...
LFA
Dec 7, 20242 min read


How to Help a Child with Dysgraphia
Dysgraphia is a learning difficulty that affects a child’s ability to write, often causing challenges with handwriting, spelling, and...
LFA
Nov 27, 20242 min read


ADHD vs. Anxiety in Children: What’s the Difference?
Kids can have moments of forgetfulness, restlessness, and worry just like adults—but sometimes, these behaviors go beyond what’s...
LFA
Nov 14, 20243 min read


How to Help a Child with Dyslexia at Home: Practical Tips for Parents
Learning that your child has dyslexia can be overwhelming, but remember, you're not alone. Dyslexia affects a significant number of...
LFA
Oct 30, 20243 min read


Self Care for Kids 6 Ways to Self Regulate
Help your child manage stress with these 6 self-regulation strategies! Encourage them to: 1. Use the 5-4-3-2-1 method to ground...
LFA
Oct 12, 20241 min read


October is Dyslexia Awareness Month
October is Dyslexia Awareness Month! Did you know dyslexia affects 1 in 5 people? It’s not about intelligence, but how the brain...
LFA
Oct 11, 20241 min read


Writing Difficulties
Does your child struggle with writing? They might have difficulties with motor skills, memory, or organizing their thoughts. Tools like...
LFA
Oct 9, 20241 min read


Testimonial Tuesday
We love hearing stories like this! Thank you for trusting us to be part of your son's journey! #lfatestimonialtuesday #dyslexiasupport ...
LFA
Oct 8, 20241 min read


Thinking Focus
This week's focus: Identify Meaning. Every two weeks we will shift to a new Thinking Focus. We teach THINKING so every child can LEARN...
LFA
Oct 7, 20241 min read
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