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103: Youtube Learning with Mr. DeMaio (Author Series) May 12, 2020

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Today was an exciting interview for Rachel & Steph. Both of them have been using Mr. DeMaio’s youtube videos for years. His videos are engaging, fun, interactive, and MEMORABLE. Today, Rachel & Steph interview Mr. DeMaio about how and why he started his channel and the behind-the-scenes process of making videos. Don’t forget to tune into Patreon to learn more about what his future projects are. You can sign up for Patreon at www.patreon.com/learnsmarterpodcast. Support us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/learnsmarterpodcast Connect with Mr. DeMaioYouTubePatreon How to connect with us:Join our FB GroupJoin our e-mail listRachel’s Kapp Educational Therapy Group websiteSteph’s My Ed Therapist website @learnsmarterpodcast, @kappedtherapy, @myedtherapist Other episodes mentioned:Ep 11: Math is a Four Letter WordEp 45: Word ProblemsEp 64: Steph's Favorite Math Apps & Games for Elementary Ep 80: Steph's Favorite Middle/High School Math Games (Math Series)

102: How Questions can Transform Reading & Writing (Educational Therapy Series) May 05, 2020

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Rachel & Steph share one of their favorite strategies: using questions to direct learning. With so many learners out there who avoid reading and writing, this can be an effective tool for increasing engagement through planning, making connections, and clarifying the purpose of any given task. Listen in for their tips! Support us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/learnsmarterpodcast How to connect with us:Join our FB GroupJoin our e-mail listRachel’s Kapp Educational Therapy Group websiteSteph’s My Ed Therapist website @learnsmarterpodcast, @kappedtherapy, @myedtherapist Other episodes mentioned:Ep 17 Our Top 10 Reading Comprehension Strategies (Part 1) Ep 18: Our Top 10 Reading Comprehension Strategies (Part 2) Ep: 12 My Kid Isn’t Reading Ep 41: The One Thing We Wish Learners Wouldn't Do Ep 66: Strategies for the Writing Process (Writing Series) Ep 20: The Perfect Storm: Writing & Executive Functioning

101: Why Writing is Hard for Elementary Learners (Writing Series) Apr 28, 2020

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Writing is one of the most common concerns for families with elementary-aged learners. Today, Rachel & Steph dig into the many reasons it is so difficult and what parents and educators can do to alleviate the burden. Unjournaling Graphic organizer book for elementary Graphic organizer book for middle and high school Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/learnsmarterpodcast How to connect with us: Join our FB Group Join our e-mail list Rachel’s Kapp Educational Therapy Group website Steph’s My Ed Therapist website @learnsmarterpodcast, @kappedtherapy, @myedtherapist Other episodes mentioned: Writing Series EF series

100: How to Set Up Homework Routines (Executive Functioning Series) Apr 21, 2020

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Rachel & Steph celebrate 100 episodes!!! As educational therapists, one of the many things Rachel & Steph teach learners is how to set up their workspaces. Today, they bring that coaching to their audience. They chat about which space to use and why, picking battles and using tech for its greatest good. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/learnsmarterpodcast How to connect with us: Join our FB Group Join our e-mail list Rachel’s Kapp Educational Therapy Group website Steph’s My Ed Therapist website @learnsmarterpodcast, @kappedtherapy, @myedtherapist How to work with us: Our practices both offer virtual sessions. VIP Days: We’ve actually been doing these for a while but if you’re interested in spending 1:2 time with us, reach out to us to learn more about what this experience is like. 1:1: Coaching or both of us Learn Smarter Pro is our 6 week program for professionals where there will be professional and individualized support, behind-the-scenes business trainings, group coaching and more. We will be doing trainings in this group that won’t be offered on this podcast so if you’re interested, we are currently accepting applications for Learn Smarter Pro now. The group will be kept small by design, so if you’re interested, reach out to us now and we’ll send you more details and the application. We will only be accepting applications for the next few weeks. Other episodes mentioned: Webinar: How to Make Schooling at Home Work for Your Family

99: How to Explain Educational Therapy to Your Child (Educational Therapy Series) Apr 14, 2020

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Rachel & Steph dig into how they coach parents to explain educational therapy to their kids. Through buy in, metaphors, realistic goals and reasonable expectations, Rachel & Steph share their favorite strategies. How to connect with us: Join our FB Group Join our e-mail list Rachel’s Kapp Educational Therapy Group website Steph’s My Ed Therapist website @learnsmarterpodcast, @kappedtherapy, @myedtherapist Other episodes mentioned: Success stories series

98: Mia’s Educational Therapy Journey (Student Success Stories) Apr 07, 2020

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Last week, we heard from Jacqui, a mom in Rachel’s practice (Kapp Educational Therapy Group in Beverly Hills, CA) about her journey parenting her daughter. Today, we followed up with Jacqui’s daughter, Mia. You’ll hear from Mia what brought her to educational therapy, her self-esteem and mindset journey, and how she feels about her own progress and growth. How to connect with us: Join our FB Group Join our e-mail list Rachel’s Kapp Educational Therapy Group website Steph’s My Ed Therapist website @learnsmarterpodcast, @kappedtherapy, @myedtherapist Other episodes mentioned: Math is a Four Letter Word Success Stories with Jacqui (Mia's Mom)

97: Success Stories with Jacqui Mar 31, 2020

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Rachel & Steph welcome Jacqui to the podcast. Jacqui is a parent in Rachel’s practice, Kapp Educational Therapy Group, in Beverly Hills, CA. She talks about what brought her family to educational therapy and the progress her daughter, Mia, has made. Next week, Mia will join us on the podcast to talk about her perspective of the last few years. How to connect with us: Join our FB Group Join our e-mail list Rachel’s Kapp Educational Therapy Group website Steph’s My Ed Therapist website @learnsmarterpodcast, @kappedtherapy, @myedtherapist

Webinar: How to Make Schooling at Home Work for Your Family Mar 24, 2020

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Rachel & Steph hosted their first live webinar on 3/20/2020 to help families respond to self-isolation and schooling at home during the coronavirus pandemic. Today’s podcast is an audio version of Friday’s webinar and in it, you’ll hear Rachel & Steph’s tips for families that will set them on the path toward success. Rachel & Steph dive deep into goal-setting, managing and setting realistic expectations, screen time and supporting learners who struggle with sustained attention.

96: The Simplest Writing Strategy Ever (Writing Series) Mar 17, 2020

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Today, Rachel shares a story about one of her clients and the writing strategy that changed everything for her. Rachel & Steph take the opportunity to catch up with one another and update Smarties on their lives. How to connect with us: Join our FB Group Join our e-mail list Rachel’s Kapp Educational Therapy Group website Steph’s My Ed Therapist website @learnsmarterpodcast, @kappedtherapy, @myedtherapist Other episodes mentioned: Ep 94: The Business of Educational Therapy Ep 11: Math is a Four Letter Word Ep 45: Word Problems Ep 64: Steph's Favorite Math Apps & Games for Elementary Ep 80: Steph's Favorite Middle/High School Math Games (Math Series)

95: Comprehension Strategies & Tools with Katie Cadigan (Local Professionals Series) Mar 10, 2020

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For the first time ever, Rachel & Steph welcome fellow educational therapist and Kapp Educational Therapy Group team member, Katie Cadigan, to the podcast. Katie shares a recent training she did for the team and digs into her favorite comprehension strategies and some AMAZING online tools that can be a game changer for many learners. How to connect with us: Join our FB Group Join our e-mail list Rachel’s Kapp Educational Therapy Group website Steph’s My Ed Therapist website @learnsmarterpodcast, @kappedtherapy, @myedtherapist Other episodes mentioned: Ep 12: My Kid Isn’t Reading Ep 17 Our Top Ten Reading Comprehension Strategies (Part 1) Ep 18: Our Top 10 Reading Comprehension Strategies (Part 2) Ep 19: Steph’s Top Games and Apps (Reading Series) Ep 60: How to know if your kid is understanding what they're reading Ep 71: The Secret to Increasing Reading Comprehension (Reading Series) Ep 74: How to Increase Reading Comprehension (Reading Series)

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