Play Sports, Get Better Grades
Students who participate in sports dedicate a substantial portion of their time to practice and competition. At first glance, it may seem as if sports distracts or even hurts academic performance. However, studies show that the opposite is true. [...]
Principals Concerned by Increasing Screen Time
Screen Time Robs Children of Time with Peers and Parents Time spent with screens takes away from time interacting directly with peers, teachers, and parents. It impacts a multitude of behaviors. Children don't learn how to sit still without [...]
Summer Camps in Natick
There are many amazing camp opportunities for kids of all ages in Natick. In addition to traditional day camps, families will find specialty programs such as outdoor nature exploration, farming, boating, gymnastics and tennis. Summer Camps for Girls and Boys [...]
Summer Camps in Boston
Boston has amazing camps for kids of all ages. There are so many options from which to choose. From traditional day camps to specialty sports, arts, and STEAM options, your kids will stay busy all summer long. Summer Camps [...]
Summer Camps in Cambridge
Families living in and near Cambridge have an amazing list of options for summer camps. There are so many different programs with a multitude of activities from which to choose. From traditional day camps to specialty sports, arts, and [...]
Where Your Kids Can Play Chess in Massachusetts
Playing chess helps children develop focus and attention span, visual memory, and problem solving skills. Chess is extremely popular in Massachusetts and there are many opportunities to play at various venues and tournaments across the state. Here we provide [...]
What Happens to the Brain When a Child Learns to Read
As infants, children hear and start to learn sounds. Preschoolers begin to manipulate sounds into spoken words and, as they get older apply and match those sounds to written letters and written words. Young students must then learn vocabulary [...]
Environmental Factors Determine Intelligence
Motherly Life Notes Environmental factors such as school and out-of-school activities influence intelligence during all stages of child development, from prenatal care to college and beyond. What Is Intelligence and IQ? Intelligence is the process of being able [...]
Our Favorite Games to Help Kids Build Emotional Intelligence
Social and emotional management skills are learned through experiences and interactions with others. These books, toys and games are a fun way for parents to help their children recognize feelings and cope with emotions. They have been selected by [...]
Parent-Child Conversation is Key to Brain Development
Back-and-Forth Conversation Enhances Brain MIT scientists found that adult-child conversation changes the child's brain. Conversation accounts for a significant portion of the brain physiology and language skills in children. The research found that this is true regardless of the [...]
College Admissions Process for Student Athletes
If your kids are interested in competing in NCAA sports, it's time to learn about the college admissions process for athletes. Register for an NCAA Eligibility Center Account Students who want to compete in NCAA Sports must first register [...]
Are Mobile Phones Affecting Your Children’s Social Skills?
Parents' acceptance and contribution to their children's use of mobile phones has changed the way kids develop social skills. While parents may argue in support of either the pros or cons, it is hard to deny that the cultural [...]
Reading Fosters Higher Intelligence
A Kid Learns to Read Then Reads to Learn It’s simple, reading is a critical component of daily life. From understanding food ingredients and managing bills to crafting a detailed board presentation, reading is a key factor [...]
What is a Youth Travel Team
When kids show potential and an interest in playing sports at a highly competitive level, parents should understand both the opportunities as well as the sacrifices involved with participating in youth travel teams. Youth Sports Travel Teams Explained A [...]