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Gifted Dyslexics: More Common Than Most People Think
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Gifted Dyslexics: More Common Than Most People Think
Despite a lot of well-known sufferers, dyslexia is greatly misunderstood and often misdiagnosed. As a parent, it's important to not take any label lying down.
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Distance Learning for Smarties
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Distance Learning for Smarties
Is your child is gifted? There are many education resources and programs to help parents guide their children to reach their full potential.
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The Mislabeled Child
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The Mislabeled Child
In the past 25 years, the number of children labeled as "learning disabled" has jumped by over 150 percent. What gives?
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Dyslexia: What to Look for
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Dyslexia: What to Look for
Is your child dyslexic? When should parents be concerned that their child may need to see a specialist?
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Small Stuff for Smarties
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Small Stuff for Smarties
Christmas Eve is just around the corner. And here at Education.com, we've got a mailbox full of goodies. Here are our picks for stuffing your kids' stockings.
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De-Stress the Season!
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De-Stress the Season!
With all the consumer hype around the holidays, it's hard to know how to destress the season of giving and getting. Here are ten tips for parents.
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Is Autism on the Rise?
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Is Autism on the Rise?
“Today, one in 166 individuals is diagnosed with autism, making it more common than pediatric cancer, diabetes, and AIDS combined,” according to the nonprofit organization, Autism Speaks. Just to put things in perspective, that’s a new case diagnosed almost every 20 minutes. The numbers are staggering, and they’re increasing at an alarming rate – 10-17% per year in the U.S. alone. In fact, autism is the fastest-growing disability in America.
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A Friendship Clinic for Kids with ADHD
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A Friendship Clinic for Kids with ADHD
Many ADHD researchers focus on the disorder's possible causes. But one researcher is trying to help children with ADHD become better at making friends.
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Are Their Ears Ringing?
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Are Their Ears Ringing?
Have you ever wondered how much damage is being done to your child's ears by listening to music through headphones? Doctors are seeing an increase in noise-induced hearing loss.
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New Exhibit Takes Kids Inside Their Brain
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New Exhibit Takes Kids Inside Their Brain
Parents are always telling kids to use their noodle, but it's hard to get a handle on the brain. They never see it and they can't really feel it. A new exhibit, which started at the Smithsonian Institute and is now at The Health Museum in Houston, gives kids a bird's eye view of their most mysterious organ.
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Too Little Sleep Linked to Child Depression
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Too Little Sleep Linked to Child Depression
If your child is showing signs of depression, it might have to do with something you never thought of... sleep.
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Providing Financial Security for Children with Special Needs
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Providing Financial Security for Children with Special Needs
If you care for a child who is disabled, it's likely you worry about your child's financial future. Here's how to ensure that your child's needs will be met:
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Can Diet Affect Autism?
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Can Diet Affect Autism?
For parents of autistic children, the decision behind what to serve is a tough one.
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The Low-down on Stuttering
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The Low-down on Stuttering
What do you do when your child's words tumble out in a fumbling mishmash? Here are some tips and resources to help parents help their stuttering children.
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When I Grow Up ...
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When I Grow Up ...
What does your little one dream of becoming? A cowboy? A ballerina? What do these "when I grow up" fantasies mean?
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Art Milestones: What's Typical at Each Stage of Life
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Art Milestones: What's Typical at Each Stage of Life
While every child develops artistically at his or her own pace, there are certain milestones typical on the journey. Here’s what parents can look for:
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Turn Your Street Into a Classroom!
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Turn Your Street Into a Classroom!
Your preschooler is learning her letters and numbers, but she won't sit still and work with her magnetic alphabet. Clearly, she needs to burn some energy, but how might you get a little exercise for that little head in addition to that little body?
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Not ADHD? Think Dyslexia
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Not ADHD? Think Dyslexia
Dyslexia is one of the most commonly misdiagnosed learning issues for school-age children. But the earlier it's diagnosed, the better. Here's what to look for:
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Is Your Child Gifted?
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Is Your Child Gifted?
Albert Einstein was 4 years old before he spoke a word, and 7 before he could read. Winston Churchill failed the 6th grade, and Leo Tolstoy flunked out of college. What do these three famous people have in common? Well, they're no dummies. In fact, they are all considered gifted, and in some cases, genius.
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Smart Kids More Likely to Become Vegetarians?
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Smart Kids More Likely to Become Vegetarians?
Brainy 10-year-olds with high IQ scores may be more likely to give up meat. At least according to a study by researchers at England's University of Southampton.
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Is Your Teen Typical, or Troubled?
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Is Your Teen Typical, or Troubled?
No one would describe the typical teenager as a particularly rational creature. But some behavior is normal, while some may point to a deeper problem.
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Help Your Kids Reach Their Potential
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Help Your Kids Reach Their Potential
How can you help your kids reach their full potential? Here are some expert tips:
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Multiple Intelligences: Understanding Your Child's Learning Style
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Multiple Intelligences: Understanding Your Child's Learning Style
What are "Multiple Intelligences?" An inside look into Dr. Howard Gardner's theories and what they could mean to your child.
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Preschool Language Milestones
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Preschool Language Milestones
If you've got a kid in preschool, your time for peace and quiet has come to an end. Here's a guide to understanding why your child is talking your ear off.
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Raising a Sensitive Child
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Raising a Sensitive Child
Sensitive children have different, more exaggerated, reactions. They're not deficient, and they are not weak. Expert tips on raising your sensitive child.
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