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Reading problems: When to worry

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

When to worry about reading problems

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.

Phonological awareness: When to worry

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

Reading milestones

Mark Family Literacy Day by learning the reading and writing tasks a child can normally complete at different ages and stages.

Reading disabilities: Overview

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

When to worry about mathematics

Math skills are divided into different categories. Within these categories, here are some specific signs that your child may be having difficulty.

Mathematics: When to worry

Math skills are divided into different categories. Within these categories, learn about the specific signs that indicate your child may be having difficulty.

Reading: How to help early and struggling readers

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

Learning disabilities: Overview

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

What is a good A1c reading?

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

The impact of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) on parents

Learn strategies to cope with the stress and worry of having a child or teenager with JIA.

Reading and writing resources

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

Managing stress and anxiety

Once you know how to recognize when you're feeling stress or anxiety you can learn how to manage it. Find out what you can do to reduce stress, what to avoid and what to do when stress and anxiety are too much.

Phonological awareness

Phonological awareness is the ability to recognize that words are made up of individual sounds. Phonological awareness goes through developmental stages like other language-related skills.

Talking to your parents/caregivers about cancer

Talking to your parents when you're a teenager can be difficult enough without having a cancer diagnosis. Find out some tips that can help you talk to your parents about cancer, ask for help and also ask for more space when you need it.

What causes stress?

Dyslexia

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

Sickle cell disease: Positive and negative approaches to problem solving

Learn about positive and negative approaches to problem solving and the possible outcomes of each approach.

Sickle cell disease: Improving your sleep habits

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

Talking to kids about serious illness

Learn about how to talk to your child about serious illness and how to answer some of the common questions and concerns they may have.

Maintaining your mental health when your child has cancer

When you have a child who has cancer, it is normal for you to feel sad or worry. For some people this may develop into depression or anxiety.

Phonological problems: Resources

There are books, games and computer programs available to parents to help their child with phonological awareness.

Looking ahead for leukemia survivors

Learn what to expect after your child with leukemia goes into remission.

Mental health concerns after a transplant