For some people, being mentally flexible comes naturally. A change of plans, an unexpected obstacle, or a new method of doing something are all taken in stride. But for many […]

In recent years, perhaps thanks to the popular and pervasive power of Minecraft, the myth of the underachieving, reclusive, antisocial, video game-addicted child has been busted wide open. We’re seeing study […]

There is no question that playing video games affects the brain. Most of the existing studies suggest that video games can improve brain-based skills and help kids with ADHD. Scientists […]

Does your child get overly upset when he makes a simple mistake on his homework? Does he get frustrated and throw things when he messes up on a project or […]

It is common for people to easily remember much of what they have seen but have more difficulty recalling what they have read or heard. While the research on learning […]

Sprinkle simple wooden blocks with a bit of modern magic and the result is Toca Blocks, an app that turns traditional construction play on its head. Yet another digital toy […]