by admin | Aug 6, 2018 | For Parents, Resources
According to ChildrensMD.org, “Sleep helps kids do well in school, improves social functioning, prevents illness and injuries, and even prevents obesity. But American children don’t sleep enough.” What exactly is “enough” sleep for kids? The National Sleep... by Admin | Aug 15, 2017 | For Parents
As stated by Dr. Sara Lappe in her recent U.S. News & World Report article, “The start of school is a critical time to get kids adjusted to a consistent sleep schedule. Most children become used to staying up a little later and sleeping in more frequently... by admin | Jul 20, 2018 | For Parents, Resources
Begin as you mean to go on. Good advice for life. Great advice for the start of school. And, although our children would like to believe otherwise, another school year is just around the corner! Setting a positive tone for a successful school year is essential. So,... by Admin | Dec 6, 2016 | For Parents
Fox News recently reported on a controversial topic that resonates with all parents of teens: student sleep deprivation. Entitled “Small delay in school start time may improve teens’ sleep and focus,” the piece explored how delaying school start... by admin | Aug 24, 2015 | For Parents
If your child winces as the morning alarm rings or repeatedly hits snooze, take note. According to WedMD, “Sleep is no less important than food, drink, or safety in the lives of children. Although this may seem apparent many of us actually do not allow our children to... by admin | May 27, 2020 | Resources
Jodi King, Ed.D. has 41 years of experience in education and has been with Back to Basics for the past 3 years. She is dual certified in Elementary Education and K-12 Special Education. Her career focus has been children with learning and emotional difficulties...