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Solve Social Conflicts: A 3-Step Guide for Kids

Written by: Sonia Strueby, M.A., CCC-SLP, Founder of Enrichment Therapy & Learning Center Originally Published: February 21, 2024 | Updated: September 2, 2026 In any relationship, conflict will happen. Learning how to understand and solve social conflicts is an...

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Child Struggling With Handwriting? How We Can Help

Written by: Sonia Strueby, M.A., CCC-SLP, Founder of Enrichment Therapy & Learning Center Originally Published: June 8, 2023 | Updated: September 2, 2026 Are you concerned about your child's handwriting? If your child is struggling with handwriting, Enrichment...

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Students First Act: What Iowa Parents Should Know

Written by: Sonia Strueby, M.A., CCC-SLP, Founder of Enrichment Therapy & Learning Center Originally Published: January 16, 2024 | Updated: September 2, 2026 With all the changes happening within the school system on a seemingly daily basis, it can be difficult to...

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Why Handwriting Matters for Academic Success

Written by: Sonia Strueby, M.A., CCC-SLP, Founder of Enrichment Therapy & Learning Center Originally Published: October 11, 2023 | Updated: October 5, 2026 I often hear people ask, "Does handwriting really matter anymore, now that students are using computers...

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Evaluation Process at ETLC: What to Expect

Written by: Sonia Strueby, M.A., CCC-SLP, Founder of Enrichment Therapy & Learning Center Originally Published: June 7, 2022 | Updated: September 1, 2026 Getting Started With Our Approach At Enrichment Therapy & Learning Center, we offer individualized instruction to...

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Plan-Do-Review Strategy for Task Completion

Written by: Sonia Strueby, M.A., CCC-SLP, Founder of Enrichment Therapy & Learning Center Originally Published: January 30, 2023 | Updated: October 5, 2026 When it comes to completing tasks that often follow a specific order, like chores, homework, or crafts,...