From Creepers to Castles: Minecraft and Planning
Maybe you’ve dropped the ball on a project or regularly forget things you need. You may struggle with breaking things down into steps or figuring out which task needs to […]
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Beyond Games: Why Do I Feel This Way?
Have you ever felt anxious and stressed for no reason? If you think back, you may remember feeling this way at times when you were a kid, too. If you […]
Is the New Minecraft Battle Mini Game Okay for Kids?
One of the things parents (and kids) love most about Minecraft is its “sandbox” nature. It’s a game that allows for players’ creativity and ingenuity to shine without rules, points, […]
Beyond Games: Teaching a Child to Work Efficiently
Few kids actually enjoy doing homework. For some, however, it’s a task so arduous that when they aren’t spending hours avoiding it, they’re taking hours to get through it — […]
Minecraft Improves Organization Skills
Have you ever thought about how often you need to organize your Minecraft inventory? When it’s time to make a structure or finish a project, it’s hard to do when […]
Minecraft for Building Soft Skills
Minecraft is everywhere. If you have a school-age child, chances are that it’s installed on at least one of the devices in your home. Your child probably even plays it […]
Beyond Games: Help Your Child Find the Energy to Stop Procrastinating
Chores are neglected. Homework sessions begin and end with tears. They stall and find excuses. You worry they don’t have the motivation they need to be successful in school, or […]
Games for Adolescents Transitioning to Middle School
We like to think of summer vacation as a time for kids to cut loose, relax, and enjoy freedom from the stresses of school. But for adolescents, this summer feels […]
5 Video Games You Want Your Child to Play This Summer
Summer is upon us, and if your kids aren’t already celebrating their freedom, they will be soon. For many kids, this means more time to play video games. It also […]
My Child Rushes Through Everything!
When it comes to sports practice, chores, or trying to get out the door on time, your child’s high-energy approach is an asset. But problems arise when it’s time to […]
