This sports game helps with Self Control and Flexibility and is recommended for kids 6+.

Tennis can be played individually or as a part of a team where cheering on teammates or playing doubles practices social-emotional learning skills. It’s a great game for kids who […]

There’s a saying that “work comes before success in everything except the dictionary.” And for some kids, effort comes naturally. But others need to experience a sense of accomplishment — […]

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 […]

Part of school, an important part, is undeniably social. Learning how to get along well with others is necessary for both academic and personal success. Cooperation is a skill that […]

Vigorous physical exercise leads to improvement in executive-functioning skills. Studies detailed by John Ratey in his book “Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain” demonstrate how kids […]

A recent article in the Atlantic demonstrates the importance of exercise as a treatment tool for children with ADHD. There are a number of new  studies that suggest that 30-60 […]

There have been a number of reports over the past year that express concern about whether or not children with autism should play video games. These studies have indicated that […]

Children who are depressed run the risk of becoming socially isolated and may actively choose to be alone and away from others. As a result, they may spend too much […]

Depression is one of the most common psychiatric difficulties experienced by children. While most children and adults sometimes feel sad and blue, a diagnosed depression tends to be more severe, […]