It’s frustrating to see your child struggle in school.  Often, the solution is at your fingertips – the curriculum. Discover how powerful the right curriculum is as my friend Janice* shares her daughter’s academic journey…

In Kindergarten and part of 1^st grade, Olivia* attended a private school. The classroom was very traditional and restrictive. Students were expected to stay seated for long periods of time. Olivia’s need for movement was unmet which caused her to struggle academically and become labeled as the “trouble maker.”

Janice was frustrated.  She observed the 1^st grade class at a charter school and was amazed. Here the students were moving, clapping, banging and NOT getting into trouble. (They use an Orton-Gillingham program for reading.) Janice switched schools the very next day.

Olivia flourished. Changing the curriculum and teaching methods provided the movement she needed. Olivia’s learning improved and was no longer the “trouble maker” – she’s just one of the kids now. Olivia’s improvement allowed her to “graduate” from seeing an Occupational Therapist and Neuropsychologist.

Match Curriculum to Learning Style

Be encouraged! If your child isn’t flourishing, start by changing your curriculum and teaching methods to match your child’s learning style. I love the learning styles test from the book Discover Your Child’s Learning Style. The test is easy to administer and the book describes in detail each learning style and what changes to make.

If you already know your child’s learning style, click here to find curriculum that matches your child’s learning strengths.

*Name changed to protect privacy.