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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.

Phonological problems: How to help your child

​There are specific games and exercises that parents can do to help increase phonological awareness in their child.

Phonological problems: Resources

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

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.

Reading disabilities: Overview

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

Learning disabilities: Overview

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

Skin problems and cancer treatment

Cancer treatment can cause skin problems such as dryness and redness. Read about some tips to help you manage skin changes during treatment.

Reading problems: When to worry

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

Sleep problems and cancer

During cancer treatment, your sleep might be affected by noise when staying in the hospital, or because you are stressed or in pain. Learn about what happens when you don't get enough sleep and how to manage sleep problems.

Nasogastric (NG) tube feeding: Common problems

Learn how to treat common problems with your child's nasogastric (NG) tube feeding.

Dyslexia

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

How the iCanCope with Sickle Cell Pain program works

This program is for teens aged 12 to 18 and their caregivers. It is designed to help teens learn how to better manage and live with sickle cell pain.

Transplant: Impact on siblings

Learn how a child's transplant can affect their siblings and how you can help them adjust.

Talking with your health-care team

Your health-care team is there to support you and answer any questions you might have. Find out how much you should share with them, how to talk to your team on your own and what to do if they can't answer your questions.

Nutrition and feeding consultants for patients with congenital heart disease

Read about various nutrition and feeding consultants, such as dietitians and lactation consultants, who work to ensure that babies and children with heart conditions receive proper nutrition.

Behavioural and learning issues

Read about various behavioral problems that premature babies may develop as they grow. In general, the most premature babies are more at risk.

Psychological therapy and juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)

Sickle cell disease: The value of learning problem-solving skills

Facing challenges related to sickle cell disease in addition to managing everyday problems can feel overwhelming. Find out how learning problem-solving skills can help you feel more in control.

Social workers can help you cope with illness

Social workers are trained mental health professionals who can help you and your family cope with illness. Learn more about social workers.

Feeling good about yourself during cancer treatment

Even though cancer changes many parts of your life, there are still opportunities to feel good about yourself. Learn tips to help you feel good while dealing with cancer.

Sickle cell disease: How to be a good communicator

Learn strategies to help you communicate with your teen, including ways to communicate messages more effectively and become a better listener.

How the iCanCope with Sickle Cell Pain program works

This program is for teens aged 12 to 18 and is designed to help you learn how to better manage and live with your sickle cell pain.

School & career planning for children with heart disease

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

Overview of learning and education in the premature baby

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.

Sickle cell disease: Emotions and problem solving

Learn about the impact of emotions on problem solving and how to use positive self-statements to give you the best chance of solving problems successfully.