Helping Low-SES Students Thrive
Jan 26, 2012
Studies show a correlation between low academic achievement and socioeconomic status (SES). But many low-SES students are successful in school. What factors give these students an edge?
What Does The Marshmallow Experiment Tell Us About Self-Control?
Jan 24, 2012
Tell a four-year-old that she can eat one marshmallow now or wait 15 minutes and eat two. What does the child’s self-control, or lack of, tell us about her likelihood of future success? Read>>
Building Your Child’s Self-Confidence
Jan 10, 2012
Building your child’s self-confidence is a challenging task for any parent. Read these great tips to help your child become a more confident learner.
Corey’s Story: My Son No Longer Needs Intervention After Using Fast ForWord
Dec 8, 2011
Corey’s son struggled in kindergarten, just barely 5 years old. Today he’s a confident learner performing at grade level and no longer needs intervention. Watch as Corey tells his story.
How to Encourage Kindergarten Math Readiness
Oct 20, 2011Ever heard of “the cardinal principle”? It’s one of the most challenging math skills for preschoolers to master. Help your child build Kindergarten math readiness skills with these easy tips.
Introducing the Eddy’s Number Party! Game – the First iPad App from Scientific Learning
Oct 17, 2011
Designed in collaboration with leading scientists and educational experts, the Eddy’s Number Party! game develops early math skills while improving memory and attention. Try it today!
Toddler Vocabulary Development: Shopping With Your Child
Oct 11, 2011
Learn how to turn everyday tasks like shopping into fun vocabulary learning experiences for your toddler. More>>
My Nephew Was A Struggling Learner (Not Anymore!): Carrie’s Story
Sep 6, 2011
VIDEO: Carrie describes how her young nephew, a strugging learner, used the Fast ForWord program to improve language skills before repeating kindergarten. He is now at the top of his class. Watch>>
Still the Write Stuff: Why We Must Continue Teaching Handwriting
Aug 23, 2011
Some argue that teaching handwriting skills is less important than teaching keyboarding skills. However, studies show that learning handwriting skills changes patterns in the brain. Read more.
Connecting the Dots Between Infant Temperament and Future Success
Aug 18, 2011Infant temperament has long been thought of as innate, but could some aspects be environmental? Read more from Dr. Martha Burns.
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