Why Can’t My Child Read? A Gentle Look at What Might Be Going On
It can be worrying when your child is trying hard at school, but still finds learning difficult. One area of learning that concerns many parents is reading. After all, it’s an important skill that will support ongoing learning, both at school, and throughout life. You might be wondering: “Why can’t they get it?” “Are they […]
Why Doesn’t My Child Seem to Listen?
Have you ever wondered if your child is actually listening to you? It can be frustrating when your child doesn’t seem to hear what you’re saying. You might find yourself repeating the same thing over and over, wondering: “Why aren’t they listening?” “Are they ignoring me?” If this sounds familiar, you’re in good company. Many […]
When Listening Is Difficult, Learning Can Be Hard
When a child is struggling at school, the focus is often on trying to manage their behaviour or encouraging them to try harder. But sometimes, the difficulty lies in something less obvious — how a child listens and processes what they hear. Listening Affects Learning Listening plays an important role in many aspects of […]
Why Can’t My Child Follow Instructions?
Does your child struggle to follow even simple instructions? You might say, “Go and put your shoes on and get your bag” — only to find that one part gets done, or nothing happens at all. You may find yourself repeating the same instructions over and over, wondering why something so simple seems so difficult. […]
How Can I Help My Child with Reading at Home?
When your child is struggling with reading, it’s natural to want to help. For many parents, it can be hard to know where to begin, especially when their child seems restless or reluctant to spend time with books and would rather be doing something else they enjoy more. If reading time has become stressful, you […]
Is My Child Dyslexic? What Parents Often Wonder
If your child is struggling to read, parents sometimes start to wonder if they might be dyslexic. You might find yourself asking: “Does my child have dyslexia?” “How would I know?” These are common concerns, particularly when your child seems to be working hard but still finds reading difficult. You may be looking for an […]
Why Won’t My Child Listen? A Gentle Look at What Might Be Going On
It can be frustrating when it seems that your child isn’t listening. You might find yourself repeating things over and over, wondering, “Why do I have to say everything three times?” or “Are they simply ignoring me?” If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. When children don’t answer our questions, or follow instructions, it’s easy […]
Why Is My Child Struggling to Read? Looking Beyond Dyslexia
Understanding Dyslexia: Looking at the Whole Child Learning to read can seem simple enough. After all, how hard can it be to interpret the symbols on a page? And yet, for many children, learning to read becomes the beginning of a much deeper struggle—one that can bring frustration, anxiety, embarrassment and a growing sense of […]
Why Is My Child Struggling to Focus? Looking Beneath the Behaviour
Have you noticed that your child struggles to focus, particularly when they are feeling anxious or overwhelmed? Perhaps your child is bright and capable, yet their teacher tells you they are distracted, not paying attention or falling behind in the classroom. Maybe you’ve even been told that your child might have ADHD. This can be […]
Is ADHD a Behaviour Problem—or Something Deeper?
An holistic view of ADHD behaviours invites us to look more deeply, exploring beneath what we see on the surface. When we see behaviours like restlessness, impulsivity, or inattention, it’s natural to focus on trying to change them. But what if these behaviours are actually telling us something? Behaviour as Communication From an holistic […]