Child Learning

In How Children Succeed, Paul Tough introduced us to research showing that personal qualities like perseverance, self-control, and conscientiousness play a critical role in children's success. Now, in Helping Children Succeed, Tough takes on a new set of pressing questions: What does growing up in poverty do to children's mental and physical development? How does adversity at home affect their success in the classroom, from preschool to high school?

Why America's sons are underachieving, and what we can do about it. Something is happening to boys today. From kindergarten to college, American boys are, on average, less resilient and less ambitious than they were a mere 20 years ago. The gender gap in college attendance and graduation rates has widened dramatically. In Boys Adrift, Dr. Leonard Sax delves into the scientific literature and draws on more than 20 years of clinical experience to explain why boys and young men are failing in school and disengaged at home.

Sharing the stories of highly successful people with ADHD, Dr. Archer offers a vitally important and inspiring new way to recognize ADHD traits in oneself or in one's loved ones, and then leverage them to great advantage - without drugs. As someone who not only has ADHD himself but also has never used medication to treat it, Dr. Archer understands the condition from a unique standpoint.

Bursting with a ton of fun and straightforward exercises that inspire children to think about their feelings, this practical dialectal behavior therapy guide offers an engaging way for parents to help their kids cope with stress and navigate times of emotional difficulty. Balancing a warm and lively approach with proven psychological insights and a collection of easy worksheets, the DBT Workbook for Kids breaks down complex topics into simple language that children of all ages can understand.

The 9-L model illustrated in Blended Families--Special Children explores the dynamics of stepfamilies caring for children with special needs and disabilities and presents the information in digestible nuggets ready for consumption by quintessential blended families juggling the demands of parenthood with caring for children with special needs.

Kids Phonics teaches kids the words and phrases they need to quickly start speaking Farsi. Short, daily lessons to help kids stay engaged, with timed repetition over time to build retention. We also narrow down vocabulary to the most-used words and phrases, often terms a "frequency dictionary" approach, so that you are learning words that your kids will use and they can see quick results. This books also included detailed sections in English on effective strategies for learning new languages, and how to continue learning once the course completes.

This is the complete bundle collection of our bedtime stories. There are six 20-minute stories in this collection. Each story combines mindfulness/meditation research with professionally written children’s stories to help your child get lost in their imagination while reconnecting with the present moment.

Modern life in the digital world is full of sounds, words, and images bombarding us 24/7. All these distractions can make it a challenge for young children to focus, quiet their minds, and wind down when it’s time for bed. After a full day of nonstop stimulation, it may not be easy for them to simply fall asleep. Children adore bedtime stories. A good story helps set the scene for a child’s dreams.

A new, fun way to teach yourself the times tables! Enjoy learning your times tables - with the help of songs! Catchy tunes in different musical styles, such as blues, rock, reggae, folk, funk, soul and country, help the times tables to stick in your brain. There’s even a cool way to see if you’ve remembered them - there are gaps where you can call out the answers and show how smart you are! So don’t be at sixes and sevens, join in with these great songs. Learning has never been so much fun!

Young Linguists teaches kids essential language skills fast. That means 20-minute lessons to help kids stay engaged, and daily repetition to reinforce learning. We also narrow down vocabulary to the most-used words and phrases, so that you are learning what you can apply. These books also included detailed sections in English on effective strategies for learning new languages and ideas to carry on learning and applying what you know once the course is complete. In addition, there are complete review sections for learning, comprehension, and speaking repetition.

Picture this: effortlessly chatting with locals as you explore sun-soaked markets, sharing laughter over delicious meals, and diving into captivating stories that transport you to another world! This incredible collection includes "Spanish Vocabulary Words For Beginners," where you’ll build a powerful toolkit of essential words; "Easy Short Stories in Spanish for Beginners," filled with enchanting tales that make learning feel like magic; and "Spanish Travel Phrases for Beginners," your ultimate guide to navigating adventures with confidence!

I put together this book because; most people want to learn about things we don’t know. Even as a kid I loved to read about these things. The Book of world records has been one of my favorite reads. I will share with you many subjects to peak your interest in fun facts and useful information. We will cover The Earth. Geography History Food People Animals Plants Science Space Technology The Universe Weather Sports And a misc category for other stuff. You will be interested and you will learn as you read. As you read through the book, you will learn about many things you didn’t know. You ...

Does your child have a hard time falling asleep at night? Would you like your child to learn essential mindfulness skills that will allow them to thrive in life? For kids, the unfortunate consequences of growing up in our busy, tech-connected society is that human connection suffers, focus suffers, mental health suffers, and sleep suffers. Mindfulness practices are a scientifically proven to improve all of the above.

This is a great way to learn a language without any screen time. Kids Phonics teaches kids the words and phrases they need to quickly start speaking Swedish. Short, daily lessons to help kids stay engaged, with timed repetition over time to build retention. We also narrow down vocabulary to the most-used words and phrases, often terms a "frequency dictionary" approach, so that you are learning words that your kids will use, and they can see quick results.

Today millions of kids are stuck in a world that doesn't respect, support, or embrace who they really are - these are what Deborah Reber is calling the “differently wired” kids, the one in five children with ADHD, dyslexia, Asperger’s, and other neurodifferences. Their challenges are many. But now there’s hope. Written by Deborah Reber, a best-selling author and mother in the midst of an eye-opening journey with her son who is twice exceptional (he has ADHD, Asperger’s, and is highly gifted), Differently Wired is a how-to, a manifesto, a book of wise advice, and more.

Trece Davis and her husband James have homeschooled their 8 kids for the past 30 years using the concepts described in this book. Living Homeschool is the fruit of their journey. It is a combination of personal stories, practical advice, and creative ideas to inspire your own educational experience.

Navigating the special education system can be tricky but not impossible. With this guidebook, you'll have all the tools you need to secure top-notch services for your kiddo. Put your game face on and become your child’s fiercest advocate and greatest cheerleader.

On a hot August day in Paris, just over a century ago, a desperate guard burst into the office of the Director of the Louvre and shouted, La Joconde, c’est partie! The Mona Lisa, she’s gone! No one knew who was behind the heist. Was it an international gang of thieves? Was it an art-hungry American millionaire? Was it the young Spanish painter Pablo Picasso, who was about to remake the very art of painting?

Children are often taught that government protects our life, liberty, and property, but could it be true that some laws actually allow people to hurt us and take are things? Join Ethan and Emily Tuttle as they learn about property, pirates, and plunder. With the help of their neighbor Fred, the twins will need to figure out what they can do to stop the bad guys in the government.

The Asperger's syndrome bible for parents and professionals, newly updated with an introduction explaining the DSM-5. The Complete Guide to Asperger's Syndrome is the definitive handbook for anyone affected by Asperger's syndrome (AS). Now including a new introduction explaining the impact of DSM-5 on the diagnosis and approach to AS, it brings together a wealth of information on all aspects of the syndrome for children through to adults.