Supporting Attention at Home and at School
Attention develops gradually through childhood. What affects focus, and practical ways to help your child settle to tasks at home and in class.
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Simple Ways to Encourage Talking at Home
Everyday routines are full of chances to build language. Practical, low-pressure ways parents can encourage their child to communicate.
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Helping Your Child Cope With Transitions
Why moving from one activity to the next can be hard for some children, and practical ways parents can make transitions calmer at home.
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