Recently, my students and I came across a math term that I remember dreading in school: factor. My students’ expressions of confusion and frustration mirrored the feelings I recall having in my 4th-grade math class. Math vocabulary made me want to put my head down...
Does your child need an academic boost over the summer? Is reading difficult? Is your child falling behind in math? Are you concerned about your child’s ability to express themselves clearly and follow directions? At Enrichment Therapy & Learning Center we...
By Elizabeth Drewelow When I ask students about their favorite subjects in school, I get a variety of answers. Some will say art, music, or physical education. This comes with no surprise to me, as each allows for creativity and hands-on learning. Others say...
Does your child have a difficult time counting money or figuring out how to give change? Knowing how to use money to buy items from a store and to create a budget are important life skills. Last year I created a school store in an empty room at our Urbandale office....
Many parents often wonder how they can help set their child up for future success in math. I always recommend doing activities to help children have a strong sense of numbers and their value. All of the activities below are easy to prepare and will help your child...
When students struggle in school parents often decide to enroll their child in learning services to help them learn the skills they need to succeed. The first option that comes to mind for extra help typically is tutoring service. Here at ETLC, we offer tutoring...