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Here are a few simple and effective ways to help your child concentrate

Here are a few simple and effective ways to help your child concentrate

Do you struggle to keep your children at the table long enough to finish their homework? Do they frequently wander off before they finish a painting or drawing?  If your child’s concentration levels could do with a boost, a few simple tricks could help them go the distance. We asked Parent/Child Coach and Certified Play Therapist […]

7 years ago

Delaying the start of school can ‘dramatically improve concentration’

Delaying the start of school can ‘dramatically improve concentration’

Delaying the age your kids start school could boost their grades significantly up until they turn eleven, according to new research. Scientists have discovered that waiting a year before putting on that uniform can dramatically improve a child’s self control and concentration, reducing inattention in 11-year-olds by an incredible 73 per cent. A Stanford University and […]

11 years ago

5 things EVERY parent should know about a child’s concentration

5 things EVERY parent should know about a child’s concentration

“Concentration a very misunderstood thing,” says Parent/Child Coach and accredited Play Therapist, Helen Sholdice. “A lot of people believe that children are born with the ability to concentrate, but they’re not. It’s like any other skill. The more we practice, the better we get. It’s actually a mental muscle. Concentration skills can only be developed […]

11 years ago