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 […]
Why Do ADHD Behaviours Get Worse After School?
Does your ADHD child’s behaviour seem to get worse when they come home after school? Do they hold it together all day—only to fall apart at home? You might notice: meltdowns after school anger or frustration exhaustion or shutdown This is very common. Holding It Together All Day For some children, holding it together […]
How Sensory Processing Affects Reading and Learning
When a child is struggling with reading and learning at school, we often focus just on what appears on the surface.. But sometimes, the answer lies a little deeper. How Children Learn Children take in information through their senses. This information is then processed by the brain to make meaning. Three key sensory systems […]
When Learning Feels Hard: Understanding Dyslexia and Learning Differences
It can be worrying when learning at school feels hard for your child —especially when other children seem to be moving ahead more easily. You know they are trying just as hard as their classmates, but learning just seems so difficult. You might find yourself wondering:“Is this normal?”“Am I missing something?”“Why is this so hard […]
Is Your Child Struggling to Learn to Read? Understanding Dyslexia and Sensory Processing
Is your child finding reading, writing or spelling difficult? Are you wondering if they might be showing signs of dyslexia? It can be worrying when your child is trying hard, but still struggling to keep up. You might notice frustration building—for both of you. You’re not alone in this. What You Might Be Noticing […]
Why Is My Child Struggling to Learn to Read?
It can be worrying when your child is trying hard, but still finding reading difficult. You might find yourself wondering:“Why is this so hard for them?”“Are they falling behind?” You’re not alone in asking these questions. Every Child Learns Differently Children don’t all learn to read at the same pace. Some children need a […]
Signs of Dyslexia in Children: What Parents Might Notice
Dyslexia is a term commonly used for children who struggle with learning to read. It can show up in different ways for different children. Common Signs You Might Notice difficulty recognising words letter reversals trouble sounding out words avoiding reading or writing losing their place when reading mixing up similar-looking letters struggling to copy […]