Your Brain on Video Games
Daphne Bavelier: Cognitive researcher Daphne Bavelier studies how the brain adapts to changes in experience, either by nature or by training. Why you should listen to her: Daphne Bavelier studies how humans … Continue reading
Valentine’s Tic-Tac-Toe (Hugs & Kisses)
Tic-Tac-Toe by Sue Bradford Edwards Put together a fun game for Valentine’s Day with some simple materials and a traditional childhood game. Xs and Os don’t just represent different players, but also hugs and kisses in this version. Instead of … Continue reading
Brain Games: Quick Math
This game challenges your reaction speed and judgement. You will be presented with a simple equation and you need to fill in the missing mathematical symbol to complete as quickly as possible. The faster you answer, the higher your score. … Continue reading
Online Memory Game
You need to memorize the items and their positions within a few seconds, after that some of the items will be changed (some new items will appear, some old items will disappear). And you need to point out the changed … Continue reading
The Benefits of Brain Gym
The Brain Gym is a set of 26 movements or activities that are naturally done during the first few years of life. These are the movements a baby or young child learns to do such as moving the hands and … Continue reading
Throw an Eco-Friendly Party for Earth Day
Earth Day is a time to raise awareness about the environment, and what better way to do that than with an eco-friendly Earth Day party! Send out homemade Earth invitations, set the mood with decorations made entirely of recycled and … Continue reading
Make a Homemade Lava Lamp!
They’re mesmerizing, colorful, and make any room look retro. But lava lamps can also be a great way to teach your child about science. This homemade version won’t look exactly like the one in the store, but, then again, not … Continue reading
Play Syllable I Spy
At some point in your life, you’ve probably played the game “I Spy.” It’s perfect for boring waits at the grocery store, or long car rides. But with a little tweaking, the game can also help kids practice a key … Continue reading
Brain Games: Pattern Memory
Memorization and reproduction are equally important in the game of Pattern Memory! Your goal in this game is to reveal the original patterns of the blocks after they are covered. At each level, you will be presented a certain rows … Continue reading
Brain Games: Word Scramble
This is a classic word scramble game. In this game you will be given a set of scrambled letters, and you are required to rearrange them into a meaningful word. If you are stuck, you can click the hints button … Continue reading
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