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title: The Learning Brain News - October 2021
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Here is the latest research about the learning brain, recommended reading, neuroscience and education information for you.

| View in browser Welcome to the October 2021 Learning Brain News.   There is a lot going on this month. Read about events related to ADHD, Dyslexia and Autism. You can participate in these virtual events if you are interested.    Fruit and vegetables are good for your children and screen time can be bad.  That seems to be what many people believe.  But what does the science say? You can read research in this month's edition.   Regards, Devon Barnes Devon Barnes Learning Brain News       Latest Research Training for Special Education Teachers Helps Teach Maths to Students with Learning Disabilities New research published in the Journal of Mathematics Teacher Education showed a four-week training course assisted special education teachers anticipate different ways students with learning disabilities might solve maths problems. Learn More       Children Who Eat More Fruit and Veggies have Better Mental Health Children who eat more fruit and veg have better mental health, according to a UK study of almost 9,000 children in 50 schools. The researchers found that the types of breakfast and lunch eaten by both primary and secondary school pupils were significantly associated with wellbeing. Learn More       What's New? What’s Old but New Again? 100-year-old Finger Tracing Practice Makes Learning Easier, Faster & More Motivating A practice used by education pioneer Montessori in the early 1900s has received further validation by a University of Sydney study. Learn More Screen Time Is Not As Dangerous As You Think - And It May Help Your Child Make Friends It has become fashionable to portray screen time as the curse of the modern age, responsible for everything from childhood obesity to mental health problems. But now there is convincing evidence that spending time on screens is not as dangerous as you might have thought, and may even help children make friends. Learn More       What's On? October is Both Dyslexia and ADHD Awareness Month - See Below for Details       Dyslexia October is Dyslexia Awareness Month  This annual event is aimed at building an understanding of what dyslexia is, what it means and how we can support those with it. See how you can get involved. Get Involved       ADHD October is Also ADHD Awareness Month “Reframing ADHD: Discovering New Perspectives” is the theme of this year’s ADHD Awareness Month, sponsored by coalition members ADHD Coaches Organization (ACO, Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA), and CHADD. Starting October 1, internationally respected researchers and ADHD professionals will respond to questions shared on the coalition's ADHD Awareness Month website, Facebook page, and Twitter. Learn More       Autism Run for Autism Run for Autism takes place from Sunday 31st October - Sunday 7th of November. It is a virtual running event so you can run in your own neighbourhood, in your own time. Sign up and support people on the autism spectrum. Find Out More Here       Technology Cozi Family Organizer App Cozi is a popular chore app that lets you create organized to-do lists in an orderly manner. The App allows you to organize your family’s daily schedule. Along with its shared family calendar feature, Cozi also enables parents to come up with shared to-do lists and chore lists. Learn More       The Learning Success Blog Build English Fast for Students Learning English as a Second Language Ranked the top English language development program on What Works Clearinghouse™, Fast ForWord is uniquely designed to build the listening, speaking and reading skills for beginning to advanced English language learners. The program provides the English phonics training, intensive grammar and vocabulary practice, and oral speaking and reading reinforcement necessary to build both basic and academic English proficiency. Read More       Free Download Decoding Dyslexia for Educators - A Guide to Helping Students Did you know that dyslexia is not a problem with vision? It is primarily an auditory disorder with weaknesses appearing specifically in phonological processing. Check out our free guide to find out what every educator should know about Dyslexia and how to ensure your students are maximising achievement. Get it Here       Video of the Month What are Those Floaty Things in Your Eye? Watch the Video       Book of the Month Out of My Mind by Sharon Draper Melody is not like most people. She cannot walk or talk, but she has a photographic memory; she can remember every detail of everything she has ever experienced. She is smarter than most of the adults who try to diagnose her and smarter than her classmates in her integrated classroom. Melody has cerebral palsy but refuses to be defined by it. And she's determined to let everyone know - somehow. Read More       Quick Tips & Thoughts Teaching Kids Tree Climbing Safety What you need to know. Read More How to Create the Perfect Reading Nook Tips for Book Lovers. Read More       Thank You to All the Teachers       Solutions to Learning Challenges Helping your students   Use Neuroscience & Artificial Intelligence for   better student outcomes        Maths struggles Improve maths skills in 10 minutes a day with the Make Learning Maths Easier ebook.       Your learning business Get better student outcomes and business satisfaction by becoming a LearnFast Provider.        LearnFast A & NZ, 14-16 Suakin Street, Pymble, NSW 2073, Australia, 02 8467 4888 Unsubscribe Manage preferences |
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