Perhaps one of the best reasons for a parent to hire a tutor is the difficulties that arise when trying to teach a learning disabled student. Tutoring consists of small classes and one-on-one teaching, but problems still arise in any teaching situation. Learning to identify those situations and how to effectively solve them is an ability that is learned and refined to fit each individual situation. A tutor is equipped to recognize difficulties. The tutor is able to fit cognitive difficulties into categories, and provide an academic approach to the situation. The tutor is prepared for problems when they will arise, and will assess and solve the problem at the moment of occurrence. Perhaps one of the most common of difficulties handling student problems is the occurrence called blocking. This student has a low frustration level and will react by sitting still, acting hopeless and actually “freezing up.” This student may react by stating that: ”I’ll never get this.” “I’m dumb.” “So…what am I supposed to do?” The tutor sees that no further work will be accomplished with that attitude. The attitude must change before learning occurs. The tutor will to relate the student’s successes, praising the student for those successes, and building a feeling of success for the student. Then he will proceed in ultra small steps to continue the learning process. By going forth slowly, the student regains confidence in what he can do. The tutor will continually give this student support and reinforce success on an ongoing basis.Read more »Original post blogged on b2evolution.

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Finding kid-friendly foods is difficult enough for most parents, but having to put your little one on diet void of wheat and other popular grains can seem downright daunting. The good news: It doesn’t have to be. By learning what’s unsafe to eat, finding yummy alternatives, and keeping the right frame of mind, raising a child on a gluten-free diet can be a lot easier than it might seem.

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Afters seeing these kiddos rocking out to a Lenny Kravitz concert on TODAY...

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Rumors have long swirled that Jennifer Aniston is ready for a baby -- any minute! -- but now we’re thinking there just might be something to all that buzz she’s shot down for so long. Photo agency x17online.com recently snapped pics of Aniston and new live-in beau Justin Theroux exiting a doctor’s office together and Aniston sucking on a lollipop, which is often given to newly pregnant women after a blood draw to keep their blood sugar up.

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Lenny Kravitz jammed on TODAY this morning, and we loved seeing these minis enjoying the show, so it inspired us for this week's Happy Hour Friday. Go to our TODAY Moms Facebook page now and post a picture of your kids rocking out.

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This week, we’re crushing on mom-to-be, Beyonce Knowles. While most people have been focused on her dramatic pregnancy announcement at the VMAs this week, we couldn’t take our eyes off the paneled maternity pants she was rocking.

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Wondering what to do/make/buy over this long holiday weekend? Get inspired by these ideas from some of our favorite bloggers...

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Back to school means a fresh start. For students, it’s a chance to make a new impression.

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My mother cooked dinner every night for a family of four, without fail. She threw elaborate dinner parties and cooked holiday dinners for eight, fifteen, thirty people.

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