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Reading: How to help early and struggling readers

Learn about the everyday activities you can do with your child to develop their reading skills.

Reading disabilities: Overview

A reading disability is a specific type of learning disability. Learn about the symptoms of a reading disability, diagnosis and treatment.

Reading problems: When to worry

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Learn about some signs that indicate your child may need extra help with reading.

Reading milestones

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Learn about the reading skills expected of your child at different stages.

Leukemia treatment and learning and memory

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Learn how treatment for acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) can cause neurocognitive changes in your child, such as learning difficulties.

When to worry about reading problems

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There are several signs you can look for to determine if your child is having trouble with reading. While all children develop at their own pace, if you suspect your child has a problem, the earlier it is resolved the better the outcome will be for their future learning.

Overview of learning and education in the premature baby

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Although many premature babies do not encounter any academic problems, some do. For example, up to 50% of very low birth weight (VLBW) babies will have some problems in school by Grade 3.

When brain tumours and treatment affect learning

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Learn about the impact that brain tumours, surgery and treatment, may have on your child's ability to learn.

What is a good A1c reading?

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Find out what a good A1c reading is and what it means for your child.

School & career planning for children with heart disease

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Read about preparing a teenager with congenital heart disease for high school. Guidance counselors and managing work, time and treatment are discussed.

Premature babies: Advocating for your child at school

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Your goal is to work with your child's teacher to get the best education for your child. Your child has the right to attend school and if you feel they're not getting a "fair shake," get involved with the administration.

Reading and writing resources

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There are many resources available to help your child learn to read, including books, workbooks, games and computer programs.

ADHD: How to help your child at home

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Find out how structure, consistency and clear communication can help you support a child with ADHD symptoms.

Dyslexia

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Dyslexia is a learning disability that affects reading and spelling. Learn more about strategies to support your child’s specific needs.

Mathematics resources

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There are many mathematics books, games, computer programs and other resources available for parents to help their child learn math skills.

Learning & education: Before your child goes back to school

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Essential information regarding issues that one should consider and take into account before sending a child with a heart condition back to school.

Learning disabilities

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A child with a learning disability has significant challenges with reading, writing and/or math. These learning problems can affect how they perform in school. Learn more about learning disabilities, their symptoms, and how they are diagnosed and treated.

Phonological awareness: When to worry

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When a child has problems with phonological awareness, they will have trouble with early reading skills. Learn about some signs to watch for.

Suicide and self-harm

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Read about suicide and self-harm, including why these thoughts may occur, the signs and symptoms and how to find help.

Tips and questions about insulin

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Learn tips about insulin injection and get answers to questions you may have about giving insulin to your child.

Behavioural strategies for pain management

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Learn about behavioural strategies such as biofeedback and CBT. These strategies can be used for effective pain management for children.

Sickle cell disease: Improving your sleep habits

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Learn how sleep training and creating a nesting place for relaxing activities can help you fall asleep more easily.

Cognitive side effects of radiation

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For some people, radiation can affect memory and ability to think, learn and concentrate. These are known as cognitive side effects. Find out who gets cognitive side effects, how you will know if you have cognitive side effects and the effects of these changes.

Learning disabilities: Overview

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A learning disability can be related to reading, writing or math. Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of learning disabilities.

Care-by-parent before a child is discharged from hospital

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Learn how "care-by-parent" prepares you to care for a child with complex needs when they are discharged from hospital.