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Posted September 14, 2017 by Michael Greschler

I think it’s safe to say that fidget spinners have reached every corner of the Earth. I have seen them for sale in gas stations, electronics...

Posted September 12, 2017 by Michael Greschler

The other day I was asked an interesting question by a SMARTS teacher: “What school supplies support executive function?” At first I...

Posted September 7, 2017 by Michael Greschler

It’s that time of year! Students are filing back into school, sitting down at their desks, and breathing in that new classroom smell. Each...

Posted September 5, 2017 by elizsross

In this inspiring talk, advocate and educator Dean Bragonier offers a different take on dyslexia. By looking at the unique mindset of students...

Posted August 31, 2017 by Michael Greschler

How much time do you spend organizing? How much time do your students think you spend organizing? I like to ask my students how much time they...

Posted August 29, 2017 by elizsross

Announcing new resources that feature characters with dyslexia or ADHD! On our quest to discover engaging reading material for students with...

Posted August 23, 2017 by Michael Greschler

It’s September, and you know what that means — time to set teaching goals for the new school year! September is a great time for teacher...

Posted August 16, 2017 by elizsross

Students with dyslexia often find it difficult to summon the motivation to complete tasks. To help bolster motivation, I have assembled links to...

Posted August 10, 2017 by Michael Greschler

Students do not like dwelling on negative experiences in school, but, then again, neither do adults. Reflection is a crucial step in learning...

Posted August 8, 2017 by elizsross

We all know that people with ADHD can have a hard time getting motivated to complete tasks. Using executive function strategies, like those found...

Posted August 2, 2017 by Michael Greschler

Last week, Kim and I were thrilled to host a webinar for an audience of educational therapists, parents, teachers, and more for the Association...

Posted July 27, 2017 by Michael Greschler

This is part 2 of our series from ResearchILD intern, Acadia Connor, a recent high school graduate who has dyslexia and is a college-bound honors...