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Month: December 2022

What Do Children Learn in Preschool?: Phonemic Awareness, Word Recognition, and Fluency for Young Children

Posted on December 26, 2022January 11, 2023 by MacBrain research team

It can be difficult for parents of young children to figure out how the songs, games, and stories their children enjoy at preschool can be preparing the youngsters for future academics. While it may look as though the children are “just playing,” the play is carefully designed to teach content standards.

According to Early Learning Content Standards for Ohio, three important content areas in English Language Arts are Phonological and Phonemic Awareness, Word Recognition, and Fluency.

Phonological and Phonemic Awareness in Preschool

Activities are designed to help children learn to identify matching sounds, recognize rhymes, hear sounds by isolating syllables in words, and differentiate between sounds that are the same and different.

Childrens’ literature with rollicking rhymes makes little ones laugh, but these stories also teach the concept of rhyming. Learning to identify matching sounds takes lots of practice. Children often take quite a while to understand the difference between …

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Helping Your Anxious Child: Your FAQs Answered

Posted on December 1, 2022April 9, 2025 by MacBrain research team

child on couch legs tucked up hiding under cushions

If you have an anxious child, you are not alone. Anxiety is the most common mental health disorder in children and adolescents, affecting 1 in 8 kids. And while it can be tough to watch your child struggle, there are things you can do to help.

 

In this article, we’ve addressed some of the most frequently asked questions when it comes to helping children with anxiety – from understanding the condition to finding the right treatment (such as implementing dietary changes or speaking with a naturopath to develop a treatment plan that’s right for your child). By taking action, you can help your child feel better and get back to enjoying life.

 

What are some of the signs of childhood anxiety?

If you’re wondering whether your child may be anxious, look for these common signs and symptoms:

  • Excessive worry or fearfulness
  • Avoidance of activities or situations that cause
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