Why You Should Read With Your Child
Mar 6, 2012
You probably already know that you should read to your children, but do you know why? Here are three important reasons to not only read aloud with your child, but also to make it a shared activity.
5 Reasons Why Your Students Should Write Every Day
Feb 23, 2012Did you know that writing helps students remember recently learned material? Learn about a variety of ways that having students writing every day can help both students and teachers in the classroom.
The Mirror Neuron System
Feb 21, 2012
Did you know that there’s a part of the brain devoted to “doing” that starts wiring itself early in development through imitation of the movements and sounds of others? Find out how it works, and the role it plays in early learning.
Helping Low-SES Students Thrive
Jan 26, 2012Studies 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>>
Poverty in American Schools: What Educators Can Do
Jan 17, 2012
Children from poverty often struggle in school. Our free on-demand webinar by Eric Jensen, author of Teaching With Poverty in Mind, gives tips for helping all students succeed.
Using the Power of Optimal Timing to Improve the Brain’s Ability to Learn
Dec 13, 2011
Providing the brain with the right feedback at the right time can make a huge impact on learning. Find out how the brain responds to different time scales in the classroom.
Creating Safe Learning Environments: How Classroom Management Influences Student Performance
Nov 15, 2011
Bullies and intimidating teachers can impair classroom learning.
Find out how creating safe learning environments can boost student engagement and help students learn better.
Shaming Some Kids Makes Them Aggressive
Nov 3, 2011
Many people believe that kids who are aggressive and violent toward other kids suffer from low self-esteem. What does the research say? Read this article to find out.
Leigh Ann’s Story: Making a Difference in Children’s Lives
Aug 4, 2011
VIDEO: BrainPro Representative Leigh Ann shares some of the success stories that make her so passionate about being a Scientific Learning employee.
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