4 Games to Increase Processing Speed This is the first post in a new series called Games for the Brain. Some of the games you have at home might secretly be working on processing skills. Today, we are going to highlight games that improve processing speed. But what is processing speed? And why is it […]
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8 Areas of the Brain Every Parent and Educator Should Know
8 Areas of the Brain Every Parent and Educator Should Know The brain is what allows us to think, learn and live. By understanding the brain, we can better understand how our children learn and how to help them when they struggle. Welcome to The Learning Brain 101. Today, we are going to discuss the […]
Why Sticker Charts AREN’T Bad
Why sticker charts AREN’T bad for kids (and when you should use them) Recently newspaper and magazine articles have condemned the sticker chart. They claim sticker charts “only serve to reinforce to the child that they are under the control and power of those doling out the prizes” (Huffington Post) and “[could] prevent children from […]
8 Reward System Tips and Tricks
8 Reward System Tips and Tricks In our last post, we introduced at-home reward systems you can use to help your child become more responsible and independent. Today, we are going to give you 8 tips and tricks to help you be successful from the start. As simple as marble jars and sticker charts may […]
Stickers and Marbles: Helping Your Child Become Independent and Responsible
Stickers and Marbles: Helping Your Child Become Independent and Responsible All of us can struggle to integrate new habits into our daily routines. Some of us even struggle to have routines in the first place! It’s especially difficult when it’s a new habit we’re not very fond of. While it’s important for us to floss […]
Brain Breaks
Why Your Brain Needs a Break Whether it is taking a walk, standing up and stretching for a minute, or simply taking a few sips of water, it is critical to take breaks while working. Oftentimes homework is so chaotic and frustrating that families develop a “just get it done” mentality which creates bad habits […]
Power Walk
Power Walk In a previous post about Integration Activities, we introduced you to the Power Walk. This simple and powerful exercise is a favorite at Pathfinders. Today, we are going to talk a little more about how it works and give you some fun new ways to enhance your Power Walk. The Power Walk, also […]
Sleep and Learning
Sleep and Learning Sleep is essential for everyone, especially children and teens with developing brains. However, with the ever-increasing popularity of smartphones and early school start times, almost everyone is sleep deprived. This may be affecting your student in ways you don’t even realize. So why is sleep so important and how can we help […]
Pathfinders Perks
Pathfinders Perks! Rewards Program Success at Pathfinders is a family affair. Students need the support and encouragement of their family as they progress through their program. Having a support system that takes part along with them is vital to success. Participating at Pathfinders will not only influence your child’s growth, but it will also be […]
How Does Water Benefit the Brain?
Water and its Benefit to the Brain If you walk into any Pathfinders office, one of the basic tools you’ll find at every desk is water. Our students drink water at every session, no matter if that session lasts 30 minutes or 3 hours. Today, we’re going to discuss how water benefits the brain, how […]