Visual Fluency: What on Earth Is That? Ask Sue
What is visual fluency—and why are some students struggling with it despite strong phonemic skills? This article explores how visual fluency relates to dyslexia, visual processing, and what schools can do to help.
My Child Was Just Diagnosed with Dyscalculia. Now What? Ask Sue
“Math has always been a battlefield in our house,” a mother writes after her son is diagnosed with dyscalculia. She’s not alone—and there is a way forward.
My Child Skipped a Grade and Is Lost in Math – Ask Sue
A concerned mom asks if her daughter, who skipped a grade after moving to Spain, can get English tutoring at her real level. We explore how Edublox helps children start at the level they truly need, no matter what the school system says.
Understanding Auditory Processing Deficits
Auditory processing is the brain’s ability to make sense of what we hear. When this system falters, children may struggle with reading, following instructions, or even focusing in class. This article explores the core components of auditory processing, signs of difficulty, and how parents and educators can offer effective support.
How to Keep Kids Motivated When Reading Feels Hard – Ask Sue
When reading feels like a daily battle, motivation can vanish fast. In this edition of Ask Sue, we explore why some kids resist reading — and what parents can do when encouragement isn’t enough. From sparking curiosity to spotting deeper issues like working memory or phonological challenges, this is a guide to rebuilding confidence, one page at a time.
Watch: Beating a Reading Disability — A Success Story
A parent shares how his daughter’s reading improved from being several years behind to catching up with her classmates — a wonderful reminder of what’s possible with the proper support.
Critical Thinking for Kids: 8 Strategies Parents Can Use at Home
In a fast-paced world overflowing with information, critical thinking is more than a skill—it’s a superpower. Discover eight practical ways to nurture sharp, curious, and independent thinkers at home.
Dyslexia Treatment Program for Children
Discover a comprehensive, research-informed approach to dyslexia treatment that goes beyond phonics. This four-pillar model integrates structured instruction, cognitive training, targeted brain development, and foundational learning principles to help children overcome reading challenges.
Are People with Dyslexia More Creative and Visually Gifted?
Two large meta-analyses examined whether dyslexia is linked to higher creativity or stronger visual-spatial skills. The results? Dyslexic individuals showed no consistent advantage in either area, though more variability was seen in visual-spatial tasks. The popular claims don’t hold up under scientific scrutiny.
SQ3R Method: Make the Most of Study Sessions & Here’s How – Ask Sue
Feeling the exam pressure? Discover how the SQ3R method can transform study sessions into focused, effective learning time. Sue explains this simple 5-step approach to help your child retain more and stress less.
Math Learning Difficulties: Why Cognitive Training Works When Practice Doesn’t
Practice helps students review what they’ve learned; cognitive training helps them understand it. Discover how one child overcame dyscalculia and rediscovered her confidence through Edublox.
Cognitive Training vs Traditional Tutoring: Why One Approach Helped When the Other Didn’t
When regular tutoring failed to help a child with dyslexia and math struggles, a cognitive approach changed everything. Learn why training the brain—not just reteaching content—creates lasting success.