A Parent’s Guide to Processing Speed

If you have a child who takes forever to do their homework, can’t seem to get ready for school on time, and doesn’t seem to care about getting things done, […]

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What’s the Science Behind Fidget Spinners?

Fidget spinners seem to have appeared magically in the hands of virtually every kid in the U.S. over the past two months. But where did they come from and why […]

Fidget Spinners for Kids with ADHD: A Match or a Mistake?

Fidget spinners are the latest toy designed to focus a child’s energy. But there is a fair amount of controversy when it comes to fidget spinners for kids with ADHD, […]

Do Fidget Spinners Really Work? Taking a Closer Look at the “Focus” Toy

In recent months, many of the parents who have previously expressed concern about screen time have a new worry — their children’s obsession with fidget spinners. I first became aware […]

Webinar: Using Apps and Games to Build Social Skills, Creativity, and Fitness

Your child could spend all day in front of their favorite video game but when it’s time to sit down and do homework, that ability to sit still and pay […]

Activities

Flexibility Activities Video games by their very nature demand cognitive flexibility. Your child gets the most out of the flexibility practice they get by using apps and games when you [...]

Is It Possible to Improve Slow Processing Speed in Children?

Given that a child’s cognitive processing speed is directly related to how efficiently their senses, brain, and body respond to their experiences, you might think major biological changes would need […]

BrainPOP Makes Summer Learning Fun for Kids K-12

Summer vacation may be weeks away, but most kids are already there in their minds. As soon as school lets out for the day, they want to shed their books […]

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