And what their brain is telling us By Monique Peters, Learning Coach - Learnerobics 9 February, 2026 One of the most worrying moments for parents is when a child who is clearly capable begins to avoid schoolwork. Homework turns into tears or arguments. Reading is resisted. Writing is rushed or refused. You may hear phrases like “I can’t,” “It’s too hard,” or “I hate school.”For parents of children in Years 2 and 3, this can feel especially alarming. Expectations increase at t

Not everyone is happy at the thought of going back to school By Monique Peters Learning Coach, Learnerobics 4/2/26 For many families, going back to school after the holidays doesn’t feel like a fresh start. Instead of renewed energy and motivation, you may notice slower mornings, increased emotions, resistance to schoolwork, or a child who suddenly seems less confident than they were at the end of last year.If your child is in Years 2 or 3, this is a very common experience —

By Monique Peters, Learning Coach, Learnerobics 4 February 2026 The start of a new school year often brings a mix of hope and anxiety for parents — especially if your child has struggled with learning and/or reading confidence before. You may be wondering whether this year will finally feel easier, or whether the same challenges will resurface.If your child is in Years 2 or 3, this stage of schooling can feel particularly intense. Expectations increase, learning becomes more

Why do so many capable children still struggle at school? By Monique Peters, Learnerobics 30 January 2026 Many parents sense it before they can explain it. Your child was bright, curious and capable before school — yet now it feels harder than it should, and you notice how much they avoid different tasks, or learning and reading in general. This is not always because of a particular challenge such as dyslexia. It’s because modern childhood has changed, and developing brains a

If a child hears words, does it mean they understand those words? Sarah sits at the kitchen table, watching her son stare at the homework sheet in front of him. She knows he’s trying, but she can also see the frustration building behind his eyes. She’s explained the same instructions three times already, and each time, he’s nodded… but the words just don’t seem to “land.” This moment is familiar for many families. Why isn’t this sticking? For some children, the answer isn’t