Have you noticed that your child seems happier, better behaved, and more relaxed when school is out for the summer? Do you notice a change in demeanor as school starts? Many, who struggle with reading, writing, storing information and recalling what they've read or heard, become stressed. "Enduring" another year of challenging episodes in their quest to learn causes anxiety. Most parents notice this struggle at an unconscious level. Then when the child becomes very frustrat

Writing is such a foundational part of our development. In fact, if all NeuroDevelopmental Steps have been experienced, then we see less problems with eye-hand coordination, sensory and muscular development so our little guys can and will hold writing utensils correctly. Dr. Jan Bedell, founder of Little Giant Steps, covers this topic to help give insight as to the development required, but also there are especially good educational references in the handout. Whether you ar