Raise Emotionally Intelligent Kids
We highly recommend this article published by TEDEd. It reminds me of when our kids were in daycare. The teachers often chanted "You get what you get and you don't get upset!" Every time I heard that, it made [...]
Math Competitions
Mathematics competitions are aimed primarily at advanced students in middle and high school. The contests are designed to promote problem-solving and analytics skills. Although generally held in-person at local schools, there are certain online contests as well as exams [...]
The Best Way To Study For The SAT
The obvious approach to use when preparing for any test, including the SAT, is to study in advance. College Board breaks out the best process for SAT prep into five categories: (i) pay attention in class throughout high school, [...]
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. [...]
Boston Children’s Museum
Boston Children’s Museum, founded in 1913 by the Science Teachers' Bureau, a group of educators dedicated to providing new resources for both teachers and students, as a center for the advancement of the teaching of science. The Boston Children's Museum is [...]
Developmental Characteristics of 4 Year Olds
Children Go Through Multiple Stages of Development All children go through developmental stages. As with physical characteristics such as height and weight, children have stages of social and cognitive development. This includes their interest in playing alone or with friends. [...]
Summer Camps in Newton
There are many amazing camp opportunities in Newton for kids of all ages. From traditional day camps to educational STEAM programs and specialty creative and performing arts camps. Your kids will stay busy all summer long! TRADITIONAL [...]
Recommended Summer Reading for Grades 6 – 8
Fiction Chasing Vermeer Blue Balliett Summary. Petra and Calder find themselves at the center of an art scandal. Everyone seems to be a suspect and Petra and Calder draw on their powers of [...]
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 [...]
How to Raise Resilient Kids
Children's lives are not stress-free. Many kids are in school for up to 8 hours a day, plus time in extracurricular activities. They meet new friends in new environments and interact with many adults throughout the school day. Kids [...]