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 [...]
What are Cognitive Strategies all About?
Cognitive functioning is managed by cognitive processes. Learning more about cognitive strategies is gaining popularity which goes back to 1956 when Bruner, Goodnow, and Austin discovered it. Everyone uses cognitive strategies on a regular basis because it’s a part of our normal routine. Cognitive strategies help us with our behavior and thinking so it doesn’t [...]
Upcoming Webinars
Homework Tips and Strategies: 8 Steps to Success Register Now for the replay of the call completed on 1/27/11 Purchase the Ebook today which contains all the information from the webinar and the 6 weeks of article series all in one place. Plus you get forms to use with your child today. You get the [...]
Reading Comprehension – Get the Picture?
Comprehension Program Language Comprehension Language comprehension is the ability to associate and make sense of both written and oral language. The ability to comprehend language finds its foundation within cognitive skills. Auditory and Visual Processing, to name a few, are big factors in one's ability to understand both written and oral language. What I have [...]
Michael Merzenich on Re-wiring the Brain
Neuroscientist Michael Merzenich looks at one of the secrets of the brain's incredible power: its ability to actively re-wire itself. He's researching ways to harness the brain's plasticity to enhance our skills and recover lost function. Related Posts:4 Strengths Every Child Must Possess to Comprehend SuccessfullyHow Enhanced Learning Skills for Kids Can Help Your ChildHomework [...]
4 Strengths Every Child Must Possess to Comprehend Successfully
One of the most common concerns that a parent will present to me is their child's weak comprehension skills. When we talk together, we cover many areas of concern where each variable plays an important role in impacting their child's specific challenges. However, in general, I will always review the 4 strengths every child must [...]
Weekly Report from a Family Working With BrainWare Safari – WK 12
Mom says: Well, last week was the end of week 12, but we will be continuing to work with the program. Barbara was again very limited by her work schedule, but she is steadily showing improvement. She is at about the same place with Bear Shuffle and Sky Scanning. The latest level of Tic Tac [...]
ELS4KIDS Rhythmic Entrainment Intervention (REI) Provider
Get the FREE Replay of Monday, Septemeber 27th at 7pm EST when she interviewed CEO/Creator Jeff Strong of the Strong Institute (REI). Colleen and Jeff discussed REI, what is is, its benefits, who does it work for, how does it work and more. Replay of the call is available to those that register. [...]
Weekly Report from a Family Working With BrainWare Safari – WK 11
Susie is still working on Level 3 sky scanning….progress is very slow, much as when we were working on level 2…but we keep pushing on. She's working on level 4 bear shuffle and tic tac toe. She has completed level 5 on about 6 other games. As we work on her schoolwork, I do see [...]
Weekly Report from a Family Working With BrainWare Safari – WK 10
Mom states that the girls are still making progress in several areas. Read for details: The girls were very consistent last week. Barbara's work schedule was a bit more conducive to completing Brainware on a daily basis. We're relying on the headphones more, and it does seem to make a difference. The larger monitor is [...]

