Brain Blog

19
Jan

5 reasons why intensive brain training may not be the answer

Introduction Brain training is considered to be intensive when your child is working on a brain training program 5x a week for 1 hour at a time.  It can be very intensive when your child is working 1:1 with a brain training coach – in person.  Brain trainers are taught to recognize when a child [...]

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16
Jan

January 2012 – FREE Live Interviews & Webinars

  January 2012 Join me on 1/19/12 7PM EST at The Online Association of Brain Trainers http://www.braintrainerconnect.com for a live interview with Gerry Hughes, Cognitive Strategies Expert.  He will give you some great ideas to help your child or student remember and understand academics easier.  LIMITED SEATING — REGISTER TODAY   Professionals and CSTS Grads [...]

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12
Jan

How to Decide Which Brain Training Program is Right for Your Child

Introduction One of the most popular questions that I am asked by both parents and professionals is "Which brain training program should I use?"  When you look at the top 2 programs on the market, BrainSkills and BrainWare Safari, it can be a bit overwhelming and confusing.  Upfront, I am letting you know that one [...]

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05
Jan

4 Kindle Fire Apps that Can Help Your Child Learn

With all the hype about the iPAD in the classroom, I thought I would give you some comparable ways to use the Kindle Fire.  After comparing apps, the Kindle Fire has just about the same type of apps available.  The good news for you is that the Kindle Fire is much less expensive, too.    I [...]

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22
Dec

Join Me and My Certified Student Transformation Specialists for Q&A Webinars

JOIN US FOR A LIVE Q&A WEBINAR  — THE FOLLOWING CALLS ARE SCHEDULED DURING JANUARY, FEBRUARY AND MARCH 2012.  We would love for you to join us.  Simply click on the url to join our online live webinar on the day and time that best fits your schedule. PLAYBACK FOR THESE OPEN Q&A CALLS WILL [...]

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08
Dec

Comprehension Strategies and Resources for Children with Learning Disabilities

Introduction Reading comprehension weaknesses usually stem from weak cognitive skills such as auditory processing/memory, visual processing/memory and/or attention.  While you work to strengthen your child's underlying cognitive skills, you can help your child improve in their comprehension by using different types of research-based strategies proven to provide positive results.  This week, I am introducing you [...]

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08
Dec

Step Inside the Story!

If your young reader has trouble remembering the details of a book he just read, or if you just have a disinterested reader, try this activity to jog his memory and keep his interest! Next time your child begins a new book, start a "diary" of important details from the story, like that character's name [...]

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01
Dec

Exploding Marshmallows!

Does your child ask questions about the magical mystery microwave? Now you can show her how and why it works, while demonstrating just how strangely foods can behave while inside the crazy cooker. What you need: Marshmallows Plate Microwave oven Bar of soap (optional) What you do: Make sure you supervise your child doing this [...]

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01
Dec

Note Taking Tips

Introduction When a student gets into the advanced grades and college, note taking becomes an important part of their success in school. But even though good notes can be crucial to passing a class, most students never receive any instruction on how to do it well.   Note Taking Tips Here are some tips to [...]

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17
Nov

Make a Family “Thankful Box”

      As the holiday season kicks off in earnest, it can be easy for kids and families to get stuck in the “I wants,” without having much chance to pause and appreciate the many, many other kinds of bounty—many of them cost-free and priceless–that a family can celebrate with gratitude and warmth. That’s [...]

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