WANT TO SEE BETTER REPORT CARDS IN 2018?
Make Reading a Family Resolution
Every parent wants to see their child do well in school, and there’s one fun activity that benefits students of all ages: reading. In a world with so much stimulation, however, it can be difficult to motivate kids to put down a screen and pick up a book. New Year’s resolutions are the perfect opportunity to make reading a priority. Here are a few tips to make 2018 the year your kids become bookworms. Make It a Family Resolution There’s no better motivator than solidarity! Plus, we’re guessing everyone in your household could stand to read a little more. You don’t have to read the same books or set identical goals, but it’s a lot more fun when everyone participates. Schedule weekly reading discussions so everyone can share the cool stories they’ve read. Stack your completed books in your house somewhere as a monument to all the knowledge your family has gained. Set Reward Milestones Positive reinforcement will propel your kids to keep reading long after the calendars have turned. For a certain number of books completed or hours spent reading, offer them a prize. You can even create a big end goal to really cement those reading habits. Better yet, set a combined goal that the entire family can work toward. Don’t be afraid to pull out all the stops. If your kids know that reading one book per week through June means an extra-special summer vacation, their enthusiasm won’t wane come spring. PHYSICAL THERAPISTS HAVE ADVANCED DEGREES Often, people are surprised to learn that practicing physical therapy takes many years of schooling. This is because, 30 years ago, it was possible to run a therapy practice armed only with a bachelor’s degree. Since then, the science has expanded significantly, requiring a 3-year doctoral program. Even after earning your advanced degree in physical therapy, you must pass a medical board exam before you’re allowed to practice. Bodies are complex systems, and treating them effectively takes years of study. 3 MISUNDERSTOOD FACTS ABOUT PHYSICAL THERAPY YOU DON’T NEED TO SEE A DOCTOR BEFORE SEEKING PHYSICAL THERAPY It’s a common misconception that physical therapy can only be prescribed by a medical doctor. In most states, including New Jersey, you can seek out a therapy specialist on your own, without having to schedule a medical consultation. If you know your physical impediment can be treated with physical therapy, this can save you time and money.
Use Reading Apps Goodreads is a social network for bibliophiles. You can find
recommendations, share ratings, and create lists of both completed and to-be-read books. Users also create reading lists based on topic, genre, decade, and more. With over 2 billion books added, you’ll never run out of inspiration. Biblionasium offers the same services, but it’s designed specifically for children. Talk to other parents and create a network of friends and classmates. After all, nothing is cooler to a kid than what their friends are doing. Avid readers tend to do better academically from kindergarten through college. In fact, a study from the Journal of Education and Practice found that reading comprehension predicted success in other subjects more than any other factor. If you want to see improved report cards, make a reading resolution for your entire household.
Remember, just as doctors refer patients who can benefit from physical therapy to us, physical therapists refer those in need of medical attention to medical doctors. Whichever you visit first, you can rest assured you will get the treatment that is right for you. PHYSICAL THERAPY TREATS MORE THAN YOU’D THINK When most folks think of physical therapy, they think of sports injuries, pulled muscles, or rehabilitation. While these are all correct, the list of ailments that can be treated is far longer. These include conditions that many patients believe they just have to live with, like vertigo. If you have any sort of condition related to muscles, bones, or ligaments, please consult the list of services on our website or come into our office for a consultation. We’re likely equipped to help you!
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