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  • Printable back-to-school downloads

    Going back to school and adjusting to new routines can be tricky for kids who learn and think differently and for you. But having the right tools can make it easier. Use these back-to-school downloads to start the school year off right.

  • Back-to-school concerns about your child: How to act on them

    Back-to-school is anything but ordinary this year. You and your child might feel anxious about the return to school whether its in-person, remote, or a combination of the two. Thats especially true if your child is struggling with learning or behavior. In this series, we talk about the concerns ma

  • Supporting kids’ mental health as they go back to school

    Going back to school can come with a lot of stress. Kids may be struggling to manage their feelings about school since the pandemic, or just coming out of summer break. Whatevers on their mind, keep track of what youre seeing and help them get the emotional support they need.

  • The best way to ease the back-to-school transition

    Getting kids ready to go back to school is not always an easy task. And when you think about it, why would it be? Back-to-school transitions can be really tough for kids. And chances are this upcoming school year will be even tougher. For many kids, going back to school will mean going back to the

  • Why you shouldn’t stress out about the “summer slide”

    Summer is rushing to an end and the new school year is looming on the horizon. In my experience, this is when parents begin to panic about the academic skills their kids may have lost during the break. And despite best intentions, you may not have gotten to all those learning activities youd plann

  • 5 things not to say to your child about going back to school

    You want to help your child who learns and thinks differently make the transition from summer to school. But you have to be careful not to send messages about going back to school that may hurt more than help. Here are some things to avoid saying and what might work better. 1. Youll meet lots of ne

  • Back-to-school worksheet to start the year strong

    Summer is a good time to hit the pause button and think about the past school year. What went well? What was challenging? And what did you learn that can help in the new year? Parents and caregivers: Help your child get ready to go back to school by filling out this worksheet together. Educators:

  • Back-to-school: A 4-week plan for a great start

    Is your child heading back to school soon? Theres a lot going on and a lot to keep track of. Download this one-month planner, which has daily tips to help your child start the new school year right. - Fill out a 33 card to help teachers get to know your child. - Use lunchbox notes to boost y

  • 6 worries families have about this year’s back-to-school

    When the coronavirus pandemic began, many school buildings closed abruptly. Kids started distance learning. And families got used to the fact that kids werent going back to physical schools until at least the fall. But back-to-school season is coming up, and some families still dont know where and

  • Back-to-school anxiety in kids: What to watch out for

    - Many kids are anxious about going back to school. - If theyve fallen behind in reading or math, they may worry about catching up. - Kids have to adjust to everything from socializing to schedules. Some kids get anxious over the start of school every year. Thats especially true for kids who st

  • 6 tips for calming first-day jitters in grade school

    Summertime offers a much-needed break from the demands and stresses of school. But sometimes when kids head back to school, they feel anxious and nervous. This year may be especially stressful if kids are returning to in-person school after learning at home for so long. While you might not be able

  • 7 tips for jump-starting the second half of the school year

    Getting back into school mode after the holidays can be hard for kids and for parents. These seven tips can help you jump-start the second half of the school year and make sure everythings on track. 1. Take stock of how the first half went. To make the most of the second half of the school year,

  • 5 steps to kick-start school-year routines for kids with ADHD

    Returning to school-year schedules and routines after a long summer break can be hard. Thats especially true for kids with ADHD , who struggle with executive function skills like flexible thinking, organization, and working memory. The key is to switch to back-to-school mode early dont wait until

  • How to help your child manage back-to-school anxiety

    - Many kids get anxious before the start of a new school year. - Kids who learn and think differently may worry about keeping up or fitting in. - You can help reduce back-to-school anxiety for your child. Going back to school can be a stressful time for kids and families. There may be big chang

  • 8 great books for kids who are starting preschool and kindergarten

    For young kids, the start of school can be a time of anticipation, newness and nervousness. Reading school-themed books with your child can help ease the transition . Here are eight great back-to-school picks from founding partner . Ready, Set, Preschool: Stories, Poems, and Picture Games By: Anna

  • Returning to the Classroom and Bridging the Education Gap for Neurodiverse Kids

    Aswe enter a new school year,millionsof students and teachersarereturningto full-time, in-person learning after months of hybrid and virtual instruction.Onebig question weighs heavily onparents and educators minds: How has this affected our kids? The return to the physical classroomafter so many m

  • Download: Back-to-school update for families to give to teachers

    When kids are going back to school, its an important time for families and teachers to connect. By working together, you and your childs teacher can get a better understanding of your child. Your childs teacher will want to know important information about the last school year. Was school stressful

  • This back-to-school season, Understood is supporting family-educator relationships

    September 2020 Whether students return to school in person or continue with distance learning, this year its vital for families and educators to work together to support children who learn and think differently. As students who learn and think differently enter a school year unlike any before, Unde

  • How to calm first-day-of-school nerves in different grades

    No matter what grade theyre in, kids often get nervous about starting the new school year. And for kids who learn and think differently, it can be especially scary. Get tips on how to help your child calm first-day jitters and start school with a good attitude.

  • Distance learning: Back-to-school resources for families and educators

    For some students, going back to school this year could mean continuing with distance learning. Use these distance learning resources for a strong start to the new school year. Parents and caregivers - Live video lessons: 5 ways kids struggle and how to help - Download: Family guide to at-home l

  • Back-to-school making you and your child anxious? These strategies can help

    Q. My child always feels anxious when its time to go back to school and so do I. How do I help us both calm down? A. Back-to-school anxiety is common for both kids and parents, especially when school is a struggle. Some kids feel anxious about going back to school because of their experiences fro

  • My Parents’ Biggest Back-to-School Regret (and How They Made Up for It)

    At the end of each summer of my childhood, Id get an aching feeling in the pit of my stomach. It was time to go back to school. Because of , I have trouble with writing, organization and processing information. School was like trying to swim in quicksand. I struggled so much in my classes and deve

  • Download: Back-to-school introduction letters

    How can you help your child get the school year off to a good start? Giving an introduction letter to the teacher is a great option. A back-to-school letter helps the teacher get to know your childs strengths and what your child needs help with. These letters are set up in a way so kids can fill

  • 8 steps to kicking off your child’s IEP the right way

    Whether your childs beginning a new school year or has a brand-new Individualized Education Program (IEP), youll want to get off to a good start. Heres what you can do to kick off the IEP and school year the right way. Print out a copy of your childs IEP. Make sure you have (and have read) every p

  • How to find out if kids really had an academic slide

    School and learning looked different for most kids during the pandemic. Some kids experienced more stress and anxiety, making it harder to learn. And many kids who get special education services had disruptions in services or supports. Academic slide, or COVID slide, is top of mind for lots of par

  • 5 tips for calming first-day jitters in high school

    Many teens arent eager to share their inner feelings and emotions with their parents and caregivers. But just because they havent said anything doesnt mean they arent worrying as the first day of school nears. High school can be a very stressful time , especially for kids who learn and think diff

  • Download: Backpack checklist

    Getting your childs backpack organized is a feat worth celebrating. But making sure kids put in everything they need for the trip to school and back can take some work. A luggage tag checklist is an easy way to help your child keep track, without it being obvious to other kids. All you have to

  • 5 tips for calming first-day jitters in middle school

    Middle school is complicated just ask any tween. And for kids who learn and think differently, the changes in routine and growing school demands can be stressful. This year may be even more stressful if kids are returning to in-person school after learning from home for so long. Here are things y

  • Summer learning: How to help your child keep skills strong

    Lots of kids love summer vacation because they dont have to worry about schoolwork. And thats a good thing. When kids go back to school relaxed and well rested, theyre better equipped to learn. But lots of families worry about their kids losing important skills over summer break. Some people call t