All of our kids’ brains get a little “mushy” over the summer…summer is for play, exploring, hiking, swimming, vacations, and friends. But...

Parents, So many of my students have ADHD and anxiety. This article will tell you how to distinguish between the two, what signs your...

Dear Parents, This news article will help you to respond to any crisis your child may have. This really hit a nerve for me....

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March 2 is Dr. Seuss’s birthday and today, he would have turned 113! In honor of Dr. Suess and the love he has instilled into so many...

Parents, This link has an excellent homework contract for both parents and students. Many kids struggle to complete homework, and many...

Parents, Homework time can be a nightmare for you and your child. Watch these awesome, short videos to give you some perspective! This...

Parents, Happy New Year! This article highlights Hollywood, the Olympics, and government. They all addressed issues such as ADHD,...

Are your kids resilient? Learning and attention issues can create a lot of negative feelings for kids. This article will help parents...

We at Thorup Tutoring, joyously wish you a happy holiday season! You all deserve a much needed break and some special time with your...

Summer is a time for vacations, fun, play, and exploration. But for many kids, summer is also a time for their brains to get “rusty.”...

Parents, We at Thorup Tutoring are academic tutors AND organizational coaches. If we are not doing enough of one or the other, please...

Everyone who knows me knows how important the “Backpack Check & Dump” is for keeping our children on track. I love this tip for creating...

At the top of the learning and attention issues list are often organization and time management problems. Below are some resources from...

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Parents…many of our children suffer from Dyslexia. Some have true, diagnosed Dyslexia while some just have some symptoms of it. Any...

Parents, ADHD can greatly impact your child’s ability to learn and succeed in school. While medication is often used to treat ADHD, it...

Back to school can be a stressful time for everyone – parents and students alike. Below are some great tips for helping reduce the...

Summer is a great time to read books as a family. Pull out all of those fun picture books on your shelves, read a novel that everyone...

Summer is for much-needed vacations. But summer is also a great opportunity where schools essentially “stop the clock”, allowing your...