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10 Nov

Posted at 08:30h in Back-to-School, homeschooling, parenting, Uncategorized by
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Parents everywhere know the scene: sighs, slumped shoulders, and the classic “I don’t get it.” Homework—especially language learning—can feel like a daily battle, but it doesn’t have to. Supporting your child isn’t about hovering or doing the work for them. It’s about building calm routines, encouraging curiosity, and giving them the right tools and mindset to grow independent, confident learners—one word, one sentence at a time.

TL;DR

You don’t need to do your child’s homework—you need to design the environment for it. Set a calm routine, teach process (not perfection), use online supports strategically, and model curiosity. Small systems beat constant supervision.

Checklist: The “Low-Stress Homework Zone” Setup

✅ Designate a consistent, clutter-free workspace. ✅ Set a start and stop time (predictability lowers resistance). ✅ Keep supplies handy (pencils, paper, charger, water). ✅ Have a “stuck protocol”: what your child should do before asking for help. ✅ End with a 2-minute reflection (“What felt easy? What can we try differently tomorrow?”).

Common Homework Pain Points & Realistic Fixes

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25 Aug

Posted at 08:00h in Behavioral Skills, Communication Skills, parenting, Play Skills, Social Skills, Uncategorized by
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Before deciding to become an occupational therapist, I initially started applying to colleges with the intent to become a physical therapist. That's a story for another day, but I ended up spending the first couple years of school taking the same courses as PT majors. Once I graduated and started working in the real world, I was amazed how much...

27 Jul

Posted at 08:05h in Self-regulation Skills, Sensory Processing Skills, Uncategorized by
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Most people are familiar with the five basic senses of touch, taste, smell, hearing, and sight. In therapy, parents typically learn about the vestibular and proprioception senses, which respectively relate to understanding movement in space and the feeling within joints. Now, more and more therapists are introducing interoception as the eighth sense. You may be asking yourself what it is...

21 Aug

Posted at 08:00h in Play Skills, Uncategorized by
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Parents are always looking for more time, so how can they incorporate everyday play into their day? When I was a child, I often remember my mother sending me off to “go play” while she completed household chores. Sometimes it was alone since my sister and brother were a couple years older. Unfortunately, they did not always appreciate how cute...

11 May

Posted at 08:00h in Fine Motor Skills, Handwriting, Occupational Therapy, Uncategorized by
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One question I wish more parents would ask themselves is whether their child is ready to write. Many parents and eeducators have expectations that children should know how to print their names before they start formal schooling. However, rarely is the question asked of whether a child is ready. There are Six Essentials to consider as essential in building a...