New Fall 2016 Programs & Workshops for Parents and Kids

New Fall 2016 Programs & Workshops for Parents and Kids

Parenting the ADD/ADHD Child: 1 Day Workshop in Toronto on October 22nd What: This one-day workshop is for parents with ADD/ADHD children ages 5-12 years. This workshop is designed for both Hyperactive and Inattentive types, as well as those with symptoms but no diagnosis or weaknesses in executive functions. The one-day workshop is an intensive version…

5 Essential Tips for Back to School

5 Essential Tips for Back to School

The first week of school went by in the blink of an eye. This time of year can be an exciting and happy one as well as a sad and anxious for both parents and kids. The transition from summer fun to classroom rigour can sometimes trigger mixed emotions, which are often accompanied by challenges associated…

The Importance of Setting Parenting Goals

The Importance of Setting Parenting Goals

A couple of weeks ago we ran our first webinar, How to Help Your Child Achieve More in 2016.  We had an amazing turnout and received some really great feedback, so we thought we’d share some of the information and advice with everyone here on our blog! We all set personal goals, especially at the…

Free Webinar: How To Help Your Kids Achieve More in 2016

Free Webinar: How To Help Your Kids Achieve More in 2016

Our first post of 2016! We hope your year is off to a great start. The new year is often a time for reflection, resolutions and goal-setting. While personal goals – such as healthy eating and exercise – are important, parents often fail to set and review their parenting goals. Your child’s success starts with you, the…

Back to School Tips (+ Checklist for Parents)

Back to School Tips (+ Checklist for Parents)

The beginning of a new school year is a very exciting time for parents and students alike. However, after the school supply list has been checked off and the lunches have been planned, there are still things that all parents and guardians can do to ease the emotional component of the transition back to school….

Learning Styles – An Easier Way To Learn

Learning Styles – An Easier Way To Learn

In this post we will focus your attention on the different types of learning that suit children. Although children can learn in different ways, they will often have an innate preference for a certain learning style. This style allows children to absorb, process, and retain information in the most effective way. Therefore, understanding a child’s…

Executive Functions: The Brain’s CEO

Executive Functions: The Brain’s CEO

While we are all different in the responsibilities that we manage and how we spend our time, we all share the fact that we have daily tasks to complete. We are able to move through these tasks and function in a productive way thanks to a set of skills called executive functions. Executive functions are…