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Understood is a social impact, non-profit organization dedicated to helping those who learn and think differently thrive at home, in school and in life.

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  1. Mar 18

    Myth: Kids with dyslexia aren’t as smart as their peers. Fact: Kids with are just as smart as their peers, but can experience a lot of self-doubt because of their challenges.

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  2. Mar 18

    When a student gets frustrated or angry, it could be a sign that they need help. Are they struggling with schoolwork? Are they having trouble with friends? Here’s what a student’s anger might be telling you:

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  3. Mar 18

    To learn more, check out this article:

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  4. Mar 17

    Myth: Discipline is all about giving consequences. Fact: Positive discipline is all about teaching kids solutions.

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  5. Mar 17

    Fidgets can help students with attention, focus, and managing emotions. But not all work for all students. So how do you know which to try? We asked 3 to share their favorite DIY fidgets; here’s what they had to say:

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  6. Mar 16

    Did you know that stress and anxiety can build up days or even weeks before a big test? Here are some common signs of test anxiety to look out for:

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  7. Mar 15

    Just like adults, kids can get stressed, too, mainly because they’re still learning how to cope with intense emotions. Here are some strategies to help kids self-regulate:

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  8. Mar 14

    Calling all MS & HS game designers. We're excited to partner with . Submit your original social impact games about Shaping the World for Difference to the Challenge for the chance to win a $10,000 grand prize. Learn more:

    One month left to submit your Challenge games! 🎮 Students can enter their original social impact games for the chance to win prizes, including a $10,000 scholarship, generously provided by Take-Two Interactive. Submit your games now!
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  9. Mar 14

    To learn more about dyslexia and anxiety in kids, check out this article:

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  10. Mar 14

    Myth: Kids with dyslexia only get stressed about reading-related tasks. Fact: Kids with can develop anxiety that extends into other parts of everyday life, not just reading.

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  11. Mar 14

    We're so grateful to work with educators like to shape the world for difference 💙

    Thank you for bringing us all together to voice the power of education and center the needs of our students, families, educators.
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  12. Mar 11

    Whitney Valentine-Wafer is a finance professional with . She’s made a career as a chief financial officer for several organizations despite her challenges and having never finished college. Listen to her story:

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  13. Mar 10

    Myth: Kids procrastinate on homework because they don’t want to do it. Fact: Some kids procrastinate on homework because of anxiety and frustration.

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  14. Mar 9

    For more information about , check out our blog post by Daniel Ansari ():

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  15. Mar 8

    👉For more information and resources, check out this article:

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  16. Mar 8

    Tip #3: Approach families with empathy, especially when discussing immigration concerns and considerations. Communicate clearly with families and colleagues that all students in the United States have a right to a free, appropriate education, regardless of immigration status.

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  17. Mar 8

    You can look for additional information and resources from ESL/bilingual colleagues, family liaisons, district departments, or your state ELL department. (2/2)

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  18. Mar 8

    Tip #2: Advocate for access to information in students’ and families’ home language. Be clear that you value their language & see it as an asset. (1/2)

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  19. Mar 8

    Tip #1: Get to know your students and engage with their families. If they are seen and celebrated for all of the experiences and perspectives they bring to the table, they’ll feel more engaged.

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  20. Mar 8

    So many great ideas at Understood's workshop today with and ! See their top tips for supporting English-language learners and their families in special education in the thread below:

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