by Dan DeMarle | Jun 2, 2024 | Brain Health, Parents/Guardians, Uncategorized
Quick tip 1 Choose the right time for breaks. Have kids take a break before frustration or lack of focus sets in. For grade-schoolers, that’s typically after 10 to 15 minutes of work. Middle- and high-schoolers can work for longer — up to 20 to 30 minutes before a...
by Dan DeMarle | May 27, 2024 | Parents/Guardians, Summer Camp
Worried about a summer slide? Think creatively to stimulate your child’s curious, clever ADHD mind over the long vacation and prevent learning loss. Try these fun activities to start a new tradition: the summer swell. Call It the ‘Summer Swell:’ 4 Clever Ways to...
by Dan DeMarle | May 27, 2024 | Parents/Guardians, Summer Camp
At the close of another school year, students and parents alike are exhausted and burned out. But ignoring academic expectations, school supply lists, and schedules won’t make them go away this summer. Here is a summer plan that will lead to back-to-school success. Q:...
by Dan DeMarle | May 20, 2024 | Parents/Guardians, Privacy, Social Media
Life KitMany parents share photos and videos of their babies and children on social media. But there are potential dangers to constantly posting about your kid online, says Leah Plunkett, a faculty member of Harvard Law School who specializes in children, family law...
by Dan DeMarle | Mar 3, 2024 | Autism, Classroom, Parents/Guardians, Teaching, Teaching
Whether it’s working in a campus coffee shop or caring for the school’s tortoises, hands-on experience propels students into a life beyond the classroom. The Arizona School Setting Kids With Autism Up for...
by Dan DeMarle | Jan 18, 2024 | Child sexual abuse/exploitation/sex trafficking, Legislative Advocacy, Parents/Guardians
The FBI is warning parents about a spike in sexual extortion schemes aimed at individuals under 18 occurring across gaming platforms, video-streaming sites and social media. CBS News’ Nicole Sganga reports on the alarming trend. Read in CBS News:...
