Florence E. CallenderEnvironment Archives - Florence E. Callender https://www.florencecallender.com/category/environment/ Beyond Academics...Retraining Brains...Transforming Lives Mon, 24 Feb 2025 06:11:48 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.florencecallender.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/cropped-542B4CC5-B38E-44A6-B15F-E338A75DF44A_1_201_a-32x32.jpeg Environment Archives - Florence E. Callender https://www.florencecallender.com/category/environment/ 32 32 184040649 Art Galleries: Unlocking the Power of Creativity for Children with Reading and Learning Difficulties https://www.florencecallender.com/art-galleries-unlocking-the-power-of-creativity-for-children-with-reading-and-learning-difficulties/ https://www.florencecallender.com/art-galleries-unlocking-the-power-of-creativity-for-children-with-reading-and-learning-difficulties/#comments Fri, 27 Oct 2023 04:01:00 +0000 Florence Callender https://www.florencecallender.com/?p=2692 Children with reading and learning difficulties face a range of common struggles. These struggles may include decoding problems, language limitations, limited experience with books, speech and hearing problems, and poor phonemic awareness. In addition, these children may also experience cognitive and emotional challenges, as well as social challenges. A significant number of these children don’t […]

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]]> Children with reading and learning difficulties face a range of common struggles. These struggles may include decoding problems, language limitations, limited experience with books, speech and hearing problems, and poor phonemic awareness. In addition, these children may also experience cognitive and emotional challenges, as well as social challenges. A significant number of these children don’t […]

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]]> https://www.florencecallender.com/art-galleries-unlocking-the-power-of-creativity-for-children-with-reading-and-learning-difficulties/feed/ 3 2692 Unlocking Literacy through the Zoo and Aquarium Experience https://www.florencecallender.com/unlocking-literacy-through-the-zoo-and-aquarium-experience/ https://www.florencecallender.com/unlocking-literacy-through-the-zoo-and-aquarium-experience/#comments Thu, 26 Oct 2023 04:01:00 +0000 Florence Callender https://www.florencecallender.com/?p=2679 All children deserve to learn. But for some, it can be harder because of reading or learning problems. In regular classrooms, this can make them feel badly about themselves and negatively impact their academic performance. But there is an awesome resource that can help… Local zoos and aquariums! These places are fun and exciting. That […]

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]]> All children deserve to learn. But for some, it can be harder because of reading or learning problems. In regular classrooms, this can make them feel badly about themselves and negatively impact their academic performance. But there is an awesome resource that can help… Local zoos and aquariums! These places are fun and exciting. That […]

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]]> https://www.florencecallender.com/unlocking-literacy-through-the-zoo-and-aquarium-experience/feed/ 2 2679 Children’s Museums: Harnessing the Power of Play and Learning for Children with Reading and Learning Difficulties https://www.florencecallender.com/childrens-museums-harnessing-the-power-of-play-and-learning-for-children-with-reading-and-learning-difficulties/ https://www.florencecallender.com/childrens-museums-harnessing-the-power-of-play-and-learning-for-children-with-reading-and-learning-difficulties/#comments Mon, 23 Oct 2023 06:04:40 +0000 Florence Callender https://www.florencecallender.com/?p=2670 Imagine a world where every child thrives in school, where learning is exciting and enjoyable. Sadly, for many children, this is not their reality. They struggle with reading and understanding letters, numbers, and words, often feeling left behind. But there’s hope! There’s a hidden gem in your community – the local children’s museum… A special […]

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]]> Imagine a world where every child thrives in school, where learning is exciting and enjoyable. Sadly, for many children, this is not their reality. They struggle with reading and understanding letters, numbers, and words, often feeling left behind. But there’s hope! There’s a hidden gem in your community – the local children’s museum… A special […]

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]]> https://www.florencecallender.com/childrens-museums-harnessing-the-power-of-play-and-learning-for-children-with-reading-and-learning-difficulties/feed/ 4 2670 Unveiling The Masterpiece Within: Raising Extraordinary Children https://www.florencecallender.com/unveiling-the-masterpiece-within-raising-extraordinary-children/ https://www.florencecallender.com/unveiling-the-masterpiece-within-raising-extraordinary-children/#comments Sun, 08 Oct 2023 13:18:48 +0000 Florence Callender https://www.florencecallender.com/?p=2582 “Every child is a masterpiece in progress. They may not follow the same blueprint, but each one is designed to be extraordinary in their own way.” ~ Unknown Children, biologically and emotionally, develop at their own specific pace; their progression towards the magnificent masterpiece they are destined to become cannot be rushed, forced, or molded […]

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]]> “Every child is a masterpiece in progress. They may not follow the same blueprint, but each one is designed to be extraordinary in their own way.” ~ Unknown Children, biologically and emotionally, develop at their own specific pace; their progression towards the magnificent masterpiece they are destined to become cannot be rushed, forced, or molded […]

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]]> https://www.florencecallender.com/unveiling-the-masterpiece-within-raising-extraordinary-children/feed/ 4 2582 Shaping Young Minds: Parenting Children with Learning and Reading Differences https://www.florencecallender.com/shaping-young-minds-parenting-children-with-learning-and-reading-differences/ https://www.florencecallender.com/shaping-young-minds-parenting-children-with-learning-and-reading-differences/#comments Wed, 04 Oct 2023 13:06:14 +0000 Florence Callender https://www.florencecallender.com/?p=2559 “Children are like wet cement. Whatever falls on them makes an impression.” ~ Dr. Haim Ginott Dr. Haim Ginott’s quote beautifully encapsulates the incredible malleability and adaptability of children. Just like wet cement, they are receptive to the influences that surround them, and every experience, every word, every gesture leaves an indelible mark. As a […]

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]]> “Children are like wet cement. Whatever falls on them makes an impression.” ~ Dr. Haim Ginott Dr. Haim Ginott’s quote beautifully encapsulates the incredible malleability and adaptability of children. Just like wet cement, they are receptive to the influences that surround them, and every experience, every word, every gesture leaves an indelible mark. As a […]

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]]> https://www.florencecallender.com/shaping-young-minds-parenting-children-with-learning-and-reading-differences/feed/ 2 2559 Spotlighting Dyslexia: A Remarkable Journey From Dropout to Doctorate https://www.florencecallender.com/spotlighting-dyslexia-a-remarkable-journey-from-dropout-to-doctorate/ https://www.florencecallender.com/spotlighting-dyslexia-a-remarkable-journey-from-dropout-to-doctorate/#comments Sun, 30 Apr 2023 00:30:00 +0000 Florence Callender https://www.florencecallender.com/?p=2417 If you are a parent of someone with dyslexia don’t think of it as a defect. Dyslexia is not a measure of intelligence: you may have a genius on your hands. ~ Benjamin Zephaniah Dr. Benjamin Obadiah Iqbal Zephaniah was born in Handsworth, Birmingham, England, on April 15, 1958, and was the eldest of eight […]

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]]> If you are a parent of someone with dyslexia don’t think of it as a defect. Dyslexia is not a measure of intelligence: you may have a genius on your hands. ~ Benjamin Zephaniah Dr. Benjamin Obadiah Iqbal Zephaniah was born in Handsworth, Birmingham, England, on April 15, 1958, and was the eldest of eight […]

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]]> https://www.florencecallender.com/spotlighting-dyslexia-a-remarkable-journey-from-dropout-to-doctorate/feed/ 2 2417 Why Your Child’s Reading and Learning Difference Journey Matters: A-Z Series https://www.florencecallender.com/why-your-childs-reading-and-learning-difference-journey-matters-a-z-series/ https://www.florencecallender.com/why-your-childs-reading-and-learning-difference-journey-matters-a-z-series/#comments Mon, 10 Apr 2023 06:02:56 +0000 Florence Callender https://www.florencecallender.com/?p=2305 The only disability in life is a bad attitude. ~ Scott Hamilton The letter for today is J, and the word is JOURNEY. When your child is struggling to read and learn, it can be a long, arduous, and tough journey. They see their siblings, classmates, and friends reading effortlessly, finishing their work, and answering […]

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]]> The only disability in life is a bad attitude. ~ Scott Hamilton The letter for today is J, and the word is JOURNEY. When your child is struggling to read and learn, it can be a long, arduous, and tough journey. They see their siblings, classmates, and friends reading effortlessly, finishing their work, and answering […]

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]]> https://www.florencecallender.com/why-your-childs-reading-and-learning-difference-journey-matters-a-z-series/feed/ 8 2305 5 Simple Ways Siblings of Children With Dyslexia Can Create a Supportive Environment https://www.florencecallender.com/5-simple-ways-siblings-of-children-with-dyslexia-can-create-a-supportive-environment/ https://www.florencecallender.com/5-simple-ways-siblings-of-children-with-dyslexia-can-create-a-supportive-environment/#comments Tue, 31 Jan 2023 10:00:00 +0000 Florence Callender https://www.florencecallender.com/?p=2238 Having a sibling with dyslexia can be both challenging and rewarding. On one hand, it can be difficult for your non-dyslexic child to understand why their brother or sister is having trouble in school, or why they are struggling to read and write. But on the other hand, they get an amazing opportunity to learn […]

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]]> Having a sibling with dyslexia can be both challenging and rewarding. On one hand, it can be difficult for your non-dyslexic child to understand why their brother or sister is having trouble in school, or why they are struggling to read and write. But on the other hand, they get an amazing opportunity to learn […]

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]]> https://www.florencecallender.com/5-simple-ways-siblings-of-children-with-dyslexia-can-create-a-supportive-environment/feed/ 8 2238 Spotlighting Dyslexia: From Struggling Student to Worldwide Master Of Fairy Tales https://www.florencecallender.com/spotlighting-dyslexia-from-struggling-student-to-worldwide-master-of-fairy-tales/ https://www.florencecallender.com/spotlighting-dyslexia-from-struggling-student-to-worldwide-master-of-fairy-tales/#comments Sat, 28 Jan 2023 22:00:00 +0000 Florence Callender https://www.florencecallender.com/?p=2212 To move, to breathe, to fly, to float, To gain all while you give, To roam the roads of lands remote, To travel is to live. ~ Hans Christian Andersen Hans Christian Andersen is an iconic figure in literature, credited with over 150 renowned fairy tales which have been translated into many languages and adapted throughout the world. […]

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]]> To move, to breathe, to fly, to float, To gain all while you give, To roam the roads of lands remote, To travel is to live. ~ Hans Christian Andersen Hans Christian Andersen is an iconic figure in literature, credited with over 150 renowned fairy tales which have been translated into many languages and adapted throughout the world. […]

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]]> https://www.florencecallender.com/spotlighting-dyslexia-from-struggling-student-to-worldwide-master-of-fairy-tales/feed/ 2 2212 Spotlighting Dyslexia – From Stupid Student to Multiple Awards Winner https://www.florencecallender.com/spotlighting-dyslexia-from-stupid-student-to-multiple-awards-winner/ https://www.florencecallender.com/spotlighting-dyslexia-from-stupid-student-to-multiple-awards-winner/#comments Sun, 15 Jan 2023 02:35:46 +0000 Florence Callender https://www.florencecallender.com/?p=2092 My theory on dyslexia is, “If you don’t have it, you probably can’t understand it. ~Dr. Travis Stork Growing up, Jennifer Aniston wasn’t a good student and thought she wasn’t smart because she couldn’t retain anything in school. She spent her teenage years battling a learning difficulty she didn’t know and struggled to make sense […]

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]]> My theory on dyslexia is, “If you don’t have it, you probably can’t understand it. ~Dr. Travis Stork Growing up, Jennifer Aniston wasn’t a good student and thought she wasn’t smart because she couldn’t retain anything in school. She spent her teenage years battling a learning difficulty she didn’t know and struggled to make sense […]

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