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Boost
your childís self esteem
Brad Hutchinson ñ Audiologist/Speech Pathologist
Claire Corbitt ñ Occupational Therapist
If
your child is falling behind at school, it will likely affect their
self-esteem. Like adults, kids need to feel that they can succeed in
order to form a positive opinion of themselves as a learner and in
life in general.
Ten
year old Flynn wasnít keeping up at school. According to his
teachers, Flynn was a daydreamer and he was falling further and
further behind. He was beginning to say things like ìIím just
dumbî and would use every trick in the book to avoid doing his
homework.
His
mother Leanne read about the success of the Fast ForWord computer
programme and Flynn soon became a participant. ìAfter only 12 weeks
of training Iím thrilled with the change in Flynn,î says Leanne.
ìHeís my happy boy again! Heís doing much better at school,
heís listening in class and his teacher has commented that his
attitude has improved and he is now joining in on class
discussions.î
Fast
ForWord is an ideal learning tool for both primary and high school
students because kids of all ages enjoy playing the age-appropriate
interactive computer games. The exercises are motivating as they adapt
to individual learning needs so that students are always working at
the right level of challenge.
Fast ForWord was designed by neuroscientists, speech
pathologists and clinical psychologists and is based on 35 years of
study into how the brain works and how it learns.
This
programme is unique because it has been designed to build stronger and
more efficient neural pathways so that students learn better, faster
and easier.
At the
end of each training session, participantsí results are sent over
the internet to Sonic Learningís team of health professionals who
monitor progress and provide weekly progress reports.
To
find out more or to book a free online or onsite Fast ForWord
demonstration, call or email the health professionals at Sonic
Learning now on 9271 7711 or info@soniclearning.com.au
Is
your child ready for the challenges of high school?
By Denise Bailey (Balcatta
Kip McGrath Centre)
Your child is facing the next big step in their schooling.
Will he or she be up to the demands of a new school with new pressures
and new teachers?
Many high school teachers tell us that students entering
their schools do not have the required skills. This is backed up by
reports in both the state and national press.
The first year of high school lays the foundation for the
rest of your childís educational experience. If they cannot cope and
begin to slide backwards there are many other distractions they can
devote their precious learning time to; distractions that you would
much rather they avoid.
Kip McGrath are now helping more and more older students
return to their studies because the labour market has become more and
more demanding. The booms of the future will only be for those with
the qualifications to offer employers.
You can take action now to set them up for success.
ìThank you for your patience and understanding with Matthew. He has
progressed further than we ever dared to hope.î
(Parent of a Kip McGrath student). Kip
McGrath can help prepare your child with the comprehension skills they
need to meet the demands of high school reading.
Can you remember how to write a successful essay? ìThank
you for helping Robin with her essay writing, spelling and grammar. We
definitely can see an improvement.î (Parent of a Kip McGrath
student). They
are experienced teachers and understand what is required in schools
today.
Is a high school teacher going to have time to help your
child understand the basics in maths? ìRyan has enjoyed coming to
his lessons and we have seen an improvement in his maths. He now
tackles his home work well.î (Parent of a Kip McGrath student). Kip
McGrath can take the time to find out where your child is at - and
build steadily from there.
Most schools are now starting to slow down. According to
parents, some students wonít do much more learning as they prepare
to say goodbye to their old schools. You wonít see this at Kip
McGrath Learning Centres, who will be picking up the pace ñ moving
onto next yearís challenges.
Where do you want your child to be in six years time? The
foundations you help them lay down now will help to decide how easy or
hard that journey will be. ìIn just three months my daughter has
gone from a ëDí to an ëAí.î (Parent of a Kip McGrath
student).
Many Kip McGrath Education Centres continue to provide
powerful learning experiences during the Christmas holidays. Just one
or two lessons each week will build and consolidate your childís
gains. ìI am amazed to see how much my son John has done in just a
few short weeks. I canít help but wonder what he has been doing all
semester?î (Parent of a Kip McGrath student).
Call your local centre to arrange a free diagnostic
assessment. It can be the first step towards a whole new beginning.
ìAmandaís improvement in ability is very pleasing to observe. Even
more encouraging is her boost in personal confidence in tackling tasks
before her.î (Parent of a Kip McGrath student).
Kip McGrath Centres operate in Balcatta, Jandakot,
Joondalup, Morley, Myaree, Mundaring, Spearwood and Willetton. For
further information and to book your free assessment, visit the Kip
McGrath website at www.kipmcgrath.com.au or call 1300 789
457.
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