Tag Archives: BrainSkills

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 … Continue reading

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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 … Continue reading

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Reading Comprehension and Your Child’s Science Textbook

Reading is one of the most important skills your child must learn for school. Your child learns and communicates through reading and comprehending the written word.  Your child will, more than likely struggle in Math, Social Studies, and Science if … Continue reading

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Reading Comprehension and Your Child's Science Textbook

Reading is one of the most important skills your child must learn for school. Your child learns and communicates through reading and comprehending the written word.  Your child will, more than likely struggle in Math, Social Studies, and Science if … Continue reading

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How Enhanced Learning Skills for Kids Can Help Your Child

I am often asked to explain what brain training means relative to helping your child be able to learn easier and more efficiently. I often find myself listing out the many benefits that your child can experience.  For example, your … Continue reading

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Homework Tips and Strategies: Step 8 – Initiating Homework Assignments

As discussed from last week's article, homework meltdowns are not fun.  In our first article in the series, I discussed how the leading cause of homework trouble is really weak cognitive skills.  However, once the skills are strengthened your child … Continue reading

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Homework Tips and Strategies: Step 7 – Completing Homework Assignments

As discussed from last week's article, homework meltdowns are not fun.  In our first article in the series, I discussed how the leading cause of homework trouble is really weak cognitive skills.  However, once the skills are strengthened your child … Continue reading

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Homework Tips and Strategies: Timing Homework Assignments

As discussed from last week's article, homework meltdowns are not fun.  In our first article in the series, I discussed how the leading cause of homework trouble is really weak cognitive skills.  However, once the skills are strengthened your child … Continue reading

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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 … Continue reading

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Homework Tips and Strategies: Chunking Out Homework Assignments

As discussed from last week's article, homework meltdowns are not fun.  I discussed how the leading cause of homework trouble is really weak cognitive skills.  However, once the skills are strengthened your child needs to be instructed on how to … Continue reading

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