Tag Archives: BrainSkills
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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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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03
Feb

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 they can’t read and comprehend. Science has become a big problem with students. Tests that [...]

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03
Feb

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 they can’t read and comprehend. Science has become a big problem with students. Tests that [...]

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13
Jan

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 child will be able to remember more with better imagery and recall the information faster, [...]

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07
Jan

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 needs to be instructed on how to approach the homework process.  I developed an 8 [...]

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30
Dec

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 needs to be instructed on how to approach the homework process.  I developed an 8 [...]

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23
Dec

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 needs to be instructed on how to approach the homework process.  I developed an 8 [...]

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23
Dec

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 [...]

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16
Dec

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 approach the homework process.  I developed an 8 step process that takes a student from [...]

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