Many of us love to read. It can be fiction or non fiction. And the stories we read can vary widely and tell of fantastic voyages or adventures. But the importance of educational books should never be taken for granted. They form a vital way for most of us to gain a great deal more knowledge and understanding than we might otherwise gain. Let’s discuss this further.

Educational books need not necessarily be dull or boring. Children read educational books all the time but they are written in a way which is interesting and exciting. The book may teach children how to count or use arithmetic functions. But it may do so while crafting an interesting story about two children who must add up a group of numbers to accomplish an important task.

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It can often be difficult to teach math concepts to students quickly and effectively. Many students simply have a hard time understanding and applying many of these concepts. However the use of math and games allows many more students to better understand math concepts and apply them to current situations very effectively. Here are some examples.

Educators learned a long time ago that students usually find it much easier to understand math concepts through the use of games. There are a wide variety of games designed to help student to master all kinds of math concepts. Read more

We’ve probably all played with alphabet blocks at one time or another when we were young children. Alphabet blocks were one of the first educational toys specifically designed for children. While children built structures with these blocks, they also learned to recognize letters of the alphabet at the same time. Let’s discuss some of the history involved in the development, introduction and use of these blocks.

The first known alphabet block was introduced in 1693 by John Locke who was an educational philosopher. He announced that dice and playtoys with letters would help to teach children how to read. Read more

Leapfrog is a brand of educational toys that proves the point that educational toys can be fun. Leapfrog manufactures interactive toys for children ranging from babies to kids 8 years and older. Here are some examples.

1. Popular toys for babies include the learn and groove toys. They combine learning, music and fun into one package. The babies can shake rattle and roll as they develop listening skills and music expression as well. Read more

With all the high tech gadgetry available in children’s toys it can often be overwhelming for both parents and kids.

Why not consider something which has withstood the test of time and get your children some educational wooden toys? Kids for many generations have loved these toys and for good reason.

1. Despite the prevalence of complex and highly technical toys children do love to play with objects which allow them to use their imagination.

Otherwise why do we keep hearing the stories about a parent who buys their kid a terrific new toy only to find out that the child prefers playing in the box it comes in more so than the toy itself. Read more

A child with Asperger’s syndrome typically has impaired executive function and has difficulty switching attention from one task to another.  The child often requires closure with one activity before beginning another.  A teacher will need to begin developing a routine of reminders of when an activity will be winding down. Verbal reminders, a timer, and breaking down activities to smaller tasks assist the child in finishing the activity within the natural time frames.  It is important for the child to understand the need to finish up and move on to the next task, it is also important to remain flexible if the child is nearing a natural completion of the task.

What is Executive Function?

Executive Function is a psychological term that includes the following: Read more

For years, I worked at a local college as a tutor and have worked with countless individuals who claim to hate Math but they love English and writing. Conversely, individuals who enjoy Math usually find it difficult to sit down and write a paper. I hesitate in making generalizations like this but I believe, in the world of academia, there are two types of people: Math and English people. Every once in a while you find someone that can excel in both without a problem, though that says nothing regarding their feelings towards either subject. Read more

“Please don’t call my house!” The words came out in a jumble, between sobs and sniffs as tears ran down his little face.

These were the words of a little boy who had just gotten sick in his classroom and needed to go home.

Or did he?

After walking him to the office to help clean him up, get him into some new clothing and take his temperature, it was my job to contact his parents to come pick him up from school. But he was unbelievably upset about that possibility.

In sitting with him for a little once he was cleaned and bundled up on the school’s cot, he told me his mom was in jail after the principal called the police on her and his dad was real mad about it. He didn’t want his dad to get mad at him again. Read more

How does television influence your child? How much time does your child spend in front of the TV? What kind of programs does he watch and what is their content? Do you control the choice of the programs and are there any banned movies or broadcasts for your child?

From an early age television conquer the child conscience and thought! Television is quite attractive by presenting interesting color pictures and various sounds. It is an integral part of the day routine of the child, long before he starts going to school. Do parents pay attention to what their child watches and how long he is concentrated on the TV screen?

According to a research of the American Academy of Pediatrics for one year a child spends his time in front of the TV averagely 1 023 hours and only 900 hours at school. Those of them who are enraptured by the TV for more than 10 hours every day are more prone to Read more

The impact of parental opinions on a child is deep and long-lasting. Because parents are the primary caregivers, children are exposed to their values and beliefs long before those of anyone else. Children adopt their parents’ values and beliefs, seeing their parents as authority figures. Specifically, parents have a tremendous influence on a child’s perception of education. Since formal education plays such a large part in a child’s life, ensuring that a child approaches his or her educational experience in a positive and realistic manner is a crucial element of parenting.

If a parent or sibling of a child had difficulty in school, it is probable that their attitudes about teachers and school in general are negative. A negative attitude about education creates negative performance in the classroom and beyond. A child with a negative attitude about education will have difficulty completing not only school-related tasks and responsibilities, but also job-related tasks and responsibilities. Responsibility is often lifted from the child’s shoulders, and blame is placed on the teacher or employer. Read more