Aug. 28, 2017
One of the greatest challenges of parenting school-aged kids is trying to engage the unengaged. This can lead to a frustrating cycle, causing strife for both parent and child. Here’s an article to address one of childhood’s most pressing issues: motivating the reluctant learners. Keep reading to find strategies to engage kids who are seemingly indifferent to learning.
Aug. 14, 2017
August is here again, and it’s time to get to work! Kids everywhere are headed back to the classroom, and many of them are stepping foot into school for the very first time! Help your child get ahead by practicing the skills they need to be successful.
Aug. 7, 2017
You might have heard that kids can’t think critically. As parents, we’ve often heard that kids are concrete learners who simply aren’t ready to analyze or evaluate problems. Fortunately, educators and psychologists now think that kids can be taught to think critically, but must be taught the skill through explicit instruction.
July 24, 2017
As parents, we probably place the most emphasis on reading, writing, and math. While these subjects are no doubt important, sometimes we forget that learning about the world is just as important to our kids’ educational success, as well as raising informed citizens. But how do we add even more learning into our already packed schedules?
July 17, 2017
Playing with kids: some of us love it, and some of us loathe it, but no matter how we feel about it, we know that play helps our kids learn. In today’s society, kids don’t always have a large neighborhood of kids to play with, so parents have had to step up to the plate when it comes to play. So how can we make play enjoyable for all? This article focuses on balancing play and finding activities fun for both children and parents alike!
July 11, 2017
Chances are, you live in a state that uses the Common Core standards for your child’s curriculum at school. Don’t be afraid of the Common Core, or whichever set of standards your state uses to teach your child. Instead, choose from one of our innovative apps, designed to help your child reach his or her potential, and prepare them for success in school!
July 4, 2017
Your child has come a long way in school over the past year, and here comes summer to get in the way of learning! Even if your child is homeschooled, summer fun sometimes distracts kids and parents alike from the important task of learning. Luckily, summer learning doesn’t have to feel like school. Here’s 5 fun DIY ideas to make your own memory games at home this summer!
June 26, 2017
Sometimes digital media can get a bad rep. Parents often misperceive screen time as being something that can harm their children. If you still have questions or about screen time, and just how much is right for your child, this article will tackle some of parent’s most frequently asked questions to guide your family in making the right choices when it comes to digital media.
June 19, 2017
School is out for the summer, and there’s no doubt that your little learner is looking for something to do! It’s only inevitable that your child will most likely fill some of that time with screen-time, but it’s never been truer that apps can unlock a whole new world previously unimaginable. This article explores the many ways that your child’s favorite apps can transform into real-world hobbies to spur a lifetime of learning and discovery!
June 7, 2017
As a parent, we all want the best for our children, especially when it comes to the programs we use to help them learn. If you’re interested in learning about the technology behind some of our best apps, this article will take you on a fascinating journey exploring just how artificial neural networks form the backbone of our most intelligent apps- offering your child priceless learning feedback, and a meaningful learning experience.