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Is Your Child Getting Enough Exercise?

By |2023-08-29T13:13:06-05:00April 28th, 2023|Tags: , |

Is Your Child Getting Enough Exercise? Unlike in the past, where kids spent hours running around outside getting exercise, today's generation has replaced outdoor play with online games and social media platforms. It's different today than it was years ago when you never had to be concerned about children getting enough exercise. Children spend more and more time indoors, fixated on screens. And while technology has its benefits, it's important to ask yourself: are our children getting enough exercise? Knowing how much exercise children need can be challenging, but it's a crucial step in ensuring their well-being. Physical activity [...]

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Understanding Nature Deficit Disorder in Students

By |2023-08-29T13:14:25-05:00March 31st, 2023|Tags: , , , |

Understanding Nature Deficit Disorder in Students Nature Deficit Disorder is a term coined by environmentalist Richard Louv to describe a disconnect between children and the natural world. In this day and age, children are spending more time indoors glued to screens than ever before—and this has serious implications for their mental and physical health. Let's take a look at what Nature Deficit Disorder is and how it affects students. What is Nature Deficit Disorder?  Nature Deficit Disorder is the phenomenon of decreased connection with nature due to increased technology use. As the name implies, it is not an officially [...]

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How Food Impacts Learning

By |2023-08-29T13:27:55-05:00February 28th, 2023|Tags: , |

How Food Impacts Learning We've all heard the saying, "You are what you eat." But did you know that food can dramatically impact how well your child learns? A balanced diet is essential for healthy development and academic success. In this blog post, we'll take a look at how food choices affect learning in children. The Relationship Between Nutrition and Learning  It's no secret that a nutritious diet helps keep our bodies healthy. But what many people don't realize is that it also has an impact on learning. It's important that parents understand the importance of nutrition when it [...]

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Delayed Gratification

By |2023-08-29T13:29:35-05:00January 31st, 2023|Tags: |

Delayed Gratification In today's world, gratification seems to be coming faster and faster. We have access to the world's information at our fingertips, and we can order anything from Amazon and have it delivered within two days. But what about delayed gratification? It may seem counterintuitive in this day and age, but teaching your children the value of delayed gratification is essential for success. Let's break down what it means to practice delayed gratification. What is Delayed Gratification?  Delayed gratification is the ability to resist temptation in order to accomplish a longer-term goal. It involves learning how to make [...]

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The Benefits of Musical Education for Kids

By |2023-08-29T13:30:09-05:00December 27th, 2022|Tags: , |

The Benefits of Musical Education for Kids Music has been a part of human culture for thousands of years. But did you know that it can also improve cognitive functioning in children? Research shows that music can help kids develop their language, math, and memory skills, as well as strengthen their brain development. Let's take a look at why musical training is so beneficial to kids. Language Development Music can help children develop their language skills by improving their ability to recognize sounds and words, which helps them understand language better and speeds up the learning process. Listening to [...]

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The Many Benefits of Cursive Writing

By |2023-08-29T13:43:31-05:00November 30th, 2022|Tags: , , |

The Many Benefits of Cursive Writing The Many Benefits of Cursive Writing:  Cursive writing is often thought of as a lost art. In today's digital world, many people believe that there is no need for students to learn how to write in cursive. However, this could not be further from the truth! There are numerous benefits of cursive writing for students, both in terms of their academic and personal lives. Let's take a closer look at some of these benefits. Cursive Writing Helps Students Develop Fine Motor Skills  One of the main benefits of cursive writing is that it [...]

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Improving Concentration While Studying

By |2023-08-29T13:47:42-05:00October 13th, 2022|Tags: , , |

Improving Concentration While Studying Improving concentration while studying can be difficult, but it's not impossible! By creating a study schedule, eliminating distractions, and taking breaks, your child will be well on their way to improving their concentration and getting better grades. 1. Get organized  One of the best ways to improve your concentration while studying is to get your work area organized. Having a tidy and well-organized desk will help you feel less overwhelmed by your studies and make it easier to find the materials you need. Make sure to keep only the essentials on your desk—books, notes, pens, [...]

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Quantity vs. Quality: How much screen time is truly useful?

By |2023-08-29T13:48:27-05:00October 31st, 2019|Tags: , , , |

Quantity vs. Quality: How much Screen time is truly useful? Technology has become readily available and integrated into almost all aspects of life: work, school, entertainment, communication, and more. While this ease of access to technology makes work more efficient, school work more engaging, and makes keeping up with distant family and friends much easier, too much time spent on devices can be harmful, especially to children. Time spent on devices like cell phones, tablets, or computers is often referred to as “screen time” — as a parent in modern times, you’ve likely encountered moments of tension with your [...]

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Chess: The key to unlocking greater brain power and learning skills

By |2023-08-31T10:01:14-05:00September 30th, 2019|Tags: , |

Chess: The key to unlocking greater brain power and learning skills When someone brings up the board game of chess, the image that comes to mind probably doesn’t involve young children or teenagers. But research suggests that chess may be one of the most powerful brain-building activities someone could be participating in. This is even more true for school-aged children, when learning, memory and cognitive function, and testing are prevalent.  An educational psychologist, Stuart Margulies, Ph.D., found that elementary students who played chess scored an average of 10 percent higher on reading tests. Another study, conducted by James M. [...]

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Food for Thought: Is your child eating brain-powerful foods?

By |2023-08-31T10:10:31-05:00August 27th, 2019|Tags: |

Food for Thought: Is your child eating brain-powerful foods? When we think about food affecting our bodies, we most often think about the taste, or how it will sit with our digestive system, or even how much energy it will give us. But when it comes to what types of food we consume, cognitive function is also a major factor, especially for your child. A child’s brain functionality, their ability to focus, remember, and learn, can be significantly affected by the food they eat. Recent studies have demonstrated that nutrition affects students’ thinking skills, behavior, and health — all factors [...]

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