myHomework is a helpful application that allows your child to record and organize his academic schedule, from classes to specific homework assignments. myHomework does a good job of making this process intuitive, and thus is appropriate for children age six and up (and useful for any student, from elementary school to grad school).

This puzzle game helps with Planning and Flexibility, is available on Mac, and is recommended for kids ages 5+.

 

What is processing speed?

 

Processing speed is one of the major steps in the cognitive process. It is an essential part of learning, academic performance, reasoning, […]

Have you ever played your child’s favorite video game with them?

Conversations often take place around how involved parents and caregivers should be in the lives of their […]

If you’ve heard that executive functions cannot change over time, you’d be wrong! Executive functions are plastic, which means that they can indeed be improved through a number of unique […]

Supporting Executive Functioning Skills in the Classroom

 

Executive functions are the basic skill sets in our brains that drive us to pay attention, make plans, keep on track, prioritize, […]

How do executive functions impact academic performance?

Executive functioning skills are the basic processes that allow us to pay attention, remember information, prioritize, and create plans. Our brains support focus, […]

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 […]

Kim’s parents notice that she is not doing very well in her classes this year. While she seems happy and is making friends, Kim is often frustrated by the end […]

Our team at LearningWorks for Kids has long been known for our advocacy of leveraging kids’ video gameplay as an opportunity for learning executive function, social-emotional learning, and academic skills. […]