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BrainGames…Do They Make Your Child Smarter? There is a show on The National Geographic Channel called Brain Games, where host Jason Silva guides participants through mental gymnastics. The tasks are mind-blowing, and people often perform in surprising ways…what we think would …
read articleLast week, my 5-year-old son started selling pencils to our neighbors, door-to-door. He knows some of these people, but not everyone. Aaron has always been outgoing and gregarious, and his social skills will continue to be a great asset for …
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Among the many things we want for our children is the opportunity to develop – and pursue – their passion(s). This could be in the form of music, sports, art, dance, reading, writing or any other endeavor that captures their hearts …
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If you find yourself asking that question, the answer is probably yes. So long as the tutor is knowledgeable and encouraging, all children benefit from spending some time over the summer to review - or preview - the skills and concepts …
read articleEver go to jot down a phone number, only to switch a couple digits around? Or maybe you are writing a word and the letters come out in the wrong order? Upon making any of these minor blunders, do you …
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