Amanda Armstrong

Amanda Armstrong She completed a M.Ed from the University of Central Florida. Amanda and her family live in Jacksonville, Florida, but her roots are in the Midwest.

Amanda, a Midwest native now rooted in Jacksonville, Florida, has dedicated over two decades to the field of education teaching history, gifted, and Special Education. She stayed in Jacksonville to pursue her undergraduate degree in Secondary Social Science Education (Grades 6–12), which she earned from the University of North Florida. She obtained her National Board Certification in Adolescent Hi

story and Social Studies in 2008 and successfully renewed it in 2018. Her graduate work focused on exceptional student education and gifted education at the University of Central Florida. In addition to her Master’s in Education, she earned a certification in Instructional Design from UCF. Amanda and her husband are in the thick of raising four boys, aged 15, 13, 12, and 9, who recently decided their parents would enjoy another renovation project—starting over in the already renovated bathroom the boys share. When they are not driving their kids from one activity to the next, they enjoy traveling, watching football, and indulging in reality game and dating shows. They are both proud Disney Adults who plan their next trip while still in line for their favorite attractions. In addition to the boys, they have three cats, three fish, and a two-year-old golden retriever.

I wrote something today about how many times a day I remind my kids to do things they already know they have to do.Four ...
08/25/2026

I wrote something today about how many times a day I remind my kids to do things they already know they have to do.

Four boys. A thousand activities. School just started back. I'm exhausted, and I finally figured out which part is actually doing it — it's not the driving or the laundry or the dinners. It's being the initiation and the follow-up for five other people. The remembering.

And I count the sigh at the dishwasher. And the look across the kitchen they can read perfectly. Those are reminders too.

So I'm counting mine for seven days, starting tomorrow. Not changing anything, just writing down the actual number, because I've never once looked at it.

Come do it with me. I'll tell you mine if you tell me yours. https://aarmstronginsight.substack.com/p/how-many-times-did-you-remind-your?r=8pwqtu&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

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I've tried every strategy to help my kids manage their tasks without using my brain as their planner! From checklists an...
08/24/2026

I've tried every strategy to help my kids manage their tasks without using my brain as their planner! From checklists and digital calendars to visual schedules and chore charts, I've done it all. 🤯

But did you know that researchers have found that our self-reports on parenting behaviors often don’t match what others observe? The agreement is weak, especially when it comes to those controlling behaviors like prompting and reminding—things we often don’t notice we do!

So, how many times do you remind your child to do something they already know how to do? Most parents say it's about four or five times a day! 📅

Curious to dive deeper into this topic? Check out the latest article here: https://aarmstronginsight.substack.com/p/how-much-parenting-is-just-reminding?r=8pwqtu&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

08/22/2026

Tired of homework fights? Let’s talk about why kids with ADHD find it tough to kick off assignments. It’s all about how their working memory plays into focus. We’ve got some chill parenting tips to help your child manage time better and cut down on distractions! Check it out! 🧠✨

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We started school last week and I'm expecting homework to start rolling in over the weekend and into next week. The figh...
08/21/2026

We started school last week and I'm expecting homework to start rolling in over the weekend and into next week. The fighting over getting homework completed has made many evenings in our house difficult, but we have gotten it down to a minimum. We now are just checking to make sure it is finished and turned in instead of having to sit and encourage for hours a day. If you want to check out the method that worked for us, visit my substack at https://aarmstronginsight.substack.com/

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08/20/2026

Say goodbye to homework meltdowns! 🎉 Check out this easy timing trick: use chunking to fit your kid's attention span and create a chill after-school schedule. These tips will help your family breeze through homework without the stress. Give it a shot today and let me know how it goes! 📚✨

New on the blog ✉️ The Homework Battle Is Not About HomeworkDid you know that a simple "15-minute" worksheet can actuall...
08/19/2026

New on the blog ✉️

The Homework Battle Is Not About Homework

Did you know that a simple "15-minute" worksheet can actually demand 6 executive function skills all at once — and usually at the most stressful time of day?

In this blog post, we explore:
→ 3 reframes to change your approach
→ The chunking + body double framework
→ 6 IEP/504 homework accommodations with exact language you can use

Check it out here: https://aarmstronginsight.substack.com/p/the-homework-battle-is-not-about?r=8pwqtu&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

The nightly battle over homework is finally coming to an end! 🛑👇 If your evenings are filled with tears and frustration ...
08/18/2026

The nightly battle over homework is finally coming to an end! 🛑👇 If your evenings are filled with tears and frustration over math worksheets, let’s talk about what’s really going on: it’s not about behavior; it’s about capacity.

In our latest back-to-school podcast episode, we’re diving into what a “quick” 15-minute homework assignment really demands from an ADHD brain at 6 PM. Spoiler alert: it takes six different executive function skills all at once, just when your child’s brain is running on empty! 🪫

Here’s what we’ll cover:
📊 Why homework doesn’t really predict success in elementary school
🧘‍♀️ How to transition from being a controlling tutor to a calm, supportive guide
⏰ Simple strategies like the "body double" trick and age-appropriate time chunks

Plus, we’ll share the perfect script for communicating with your child’s IEP or 504 team if homework becomes a nightly struggle. Remember, your connection with your child is so much more important than finishing a worksheet. Let’s restore harmony to your dinner table!

🎧 Tune in to the full episode by searching "Insights from Insight" on your favorite podcast app or click this link: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3x0nVAeKB4xrLjEgOhcQb0?si=c2HiNi29Q_OO0I3wkQQV5A

Happy season! I hope this school year is the best year ever!
08/14/2026

Happy season! I hope this school year is the best year ever!

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