Pixelist helps kids practice and improve the following skills:

Planning: Developing a systematic approach for setting and achieving goals. 

In order for a habit to be successfully developed, the user needs to practice it over and over again until it becomes second nature. Pixelist allows the user to create a list of habits they want to track but requires the user to make their own definition for what they consider to be “done” as far as this task goes. Because there are five colors to work with, the user can decide that a particular color should be used for days where the habit was missed, while another color is used only for days where the habit was done exceptionally well. For users who struggle with planning, Pixelist is a very simple app that can help set up habits without being too overwhelming. 

Self-Control: Managing our actions, feelings and behaviors. 

Once the user has identified a habit that they would like to break or begin, Pixelist can help them stay on target while also creating beautiful pieces of minimalist art. Users who struggle with self-control often need a reminder or motivation to keep them on track. The app has a very simple way for users to keep track of whether or not they completed their habit successfully but also allows for more nuance by using multiple colors. For users who struggle with self-control, starting with a simple habit or two  and setting realistic goals is a good way to build this skill up without overwhelming or frustrating the user. Choosing one or two colors and assigning specific meanings to them might help as well before involving multiple habits and all five colors.