Academic success is important in a child’s life as it can help to shape the future. There are many things you can do to help your child or children succeed and they all start at home. Keep track of your child’s school activities, set up a consistent routine and ensuring that they have enough rest are simple tips that will help them to excel in ...

By George Tucker, PhDChild Psychologist A recent study by the Department of Education that was reported in Science Daily reported that 44% of Fourth Graders in the United States are reading below the basic mastery level for their age group.  In California, 59% are reading below mastery.For those who read my article last month, you know that I did not learn to swim until I was 26-years-old.  ...

By Jay DavidsonHistorically, the United States has lagged behind many other nations in the instruction of science. With the increased use of technology in many people’s daily lives, this has been changing. Parents are in a position to encourage their children’s interest in many different areas of science. Let your curiosity and that of your children lead you to the area that has the greatest ...

By George Tucker, PhDChild Psychologist A recent article by Edward Schultz in LDA News-briefs concerns new definitions of learning disabilities that must be recognized through the 2004 Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA).This article describes why severe discrepancies between ability and achievement (see below) are no longer required to qualify your child for an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) at school, and the author discusses new ...