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From the Desk of Dr. Spain


The ABC's of Executive Functions
Metacognition – thinking about what we know about a topic before learning
Feb 12, 20251 min read


Let's Talk About It - The Art of Communication in Christian Education
For Crossroads Christian School (CCS) to effectively delegate, change culture, and use restorative discipline there must be good...
Feb 12, 20243 min read


Learning Beyond the Classroom
Executive skills are the brain-based skills that are needed to perform essential tasks. These skills serve as our command center...
Jan 17, 20243 min read


Learning with ADHD
“Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: a condition, usually in children, characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and...
Dec 10, 20237 min read


Recognizing Multiple Intelligences
“It is of the utmost importance that we recognize and nurture all of the varied human intelligences, and all of the combinations of...
Nov 27, 20234 min read


Differentiated Learning in the Classroom
There is a push in our society to keep our children from failure, protect their self-esteem. At times teachers will lower their standards...
Nov 13, 20234 min read


Understanding the Learners Mindset
Research has discovered that there are two mindsets that develop in children by the time they are in 5th grade.
Oct 31, 20234 min read


How the Brain Learns
When we approach teaching and learning with the idea that all students can learn, a learning disability label is not a life sentence!
Oct 16, 20235 min read


A Reason for Learning
Before we can get into the how of learning we must understand the reason for learning.
Oct 2, 20233 min read
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