Burnt Pancakes: Momversations | Conversations for Imperfect Moms, Chats About Mom Life & Interviews with Real Mamas
The Burnt Pancakes Podcast is here to remind you that in motherhood, EVERYONE BURNS THEIR FIRST PANCAKE. I’m Katie Fenske, a (not so perfect) mom of 3, and I’m inviting you to join in on my conversations with other moms as we talk about all things motherhood; the good, the bad and everything in between. We're flipping our motherhood mistakes into successes and learning how to just keep flipping.
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Burnt Pancakes: Momversations | Conversations for Imperfect Moms, Chats About Mom Life & Interviews with Real Mamas
147. Homework Battles, Report Cards, and Real Solutions for Parents with Dr. Linda Silbert
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Have you ever looked at your child’s report card and thought, “I know they’re capable of more… so what’s going on?”
You’re not alone. So many parents are raising kind, hardworking kids who still struggle in school and it can feel confusing, frustrating, and even scary.
In this episode of Burnt Pancakes: Momversations, I’m joined by Dr. Linda Silbert, an educational expert with more than 40 years of experience helping students who struggle with anxiety, ADHD, and learning differences like dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia. She’s also the co-author of the bestselling book Why Good Kids Get Bad Grades: What Parents Need to Know and Do.
Together, we talk about what’s really behind poor grades, how to support kids without damaging their confidence, and the practical steps parents can take when school becomes a daily battle. This conversation is full of reassurance, real strategies, and hope for families who are navigating academic struggles.
Whether your child is falling behind, avoiding homework, lying about assignments, or simply feeling discouraged, this episode will help you better understand what they need—and how to show up for them in a way that builds trust and resilience.
In This Episode, We Talk About:
- Why good kids sometimes get bad grades
- What parents can do when their child is struggling in school
- How to protect your child’s self-worth during academic challenges
- The lasting impact of the pandemic on students
- What to do if your child has dyslexia, dysgraphia, or dyscalculia
- Supporting children with ADHD and daily school routines
- How to respond to a poor report card without shame or panic
- Study skills strategies that actually work
- How to make homework less stressful for everyone
- Building trust when kids lie about homework or tests
Connect with Linda:
Website: https://www.stronglearning.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stronglearningcenter
YouTube: https://youtube.com/https://www.Youtube.com/@stronglearning
Her Book: Why Good Kids Get Bad Grades
Book: Berticus: How I Survived School! And Bullies! and Farley Finnigan!
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