What's the key to teaching math? Well, there are a couple of them, at least according to this article in The Windsor Star. Among the list of great ideas is encouraging parents to get involved with games and activities to help keep their children engaged. Click here to read more!
The May Newsletter (the Creation Issue) is out. Enjoy!
A study just found that puzzles help 2-4 year-olds have better math skills and spatial intelligence. Click here to read more!
Last month, a reader emailed me a question:
Have you considered writing an article on how a person might convert their own ideas for educational games into products for sale? What steps would be involved -- artwork, manufacturer, legal, copyright, etc? I've seen many scenarios in my capacities over the years around which an entertaining rule-based game/learning experience could be based. Thank you.
When I was growing up, my folks struggled to pay bills. I look back now, however, and there is no sense of missing out. My parents were both bright and highly innovative. My mom could make a buck stretch for a week and she was continually coming up with fun games and activities for us, even on a budget.
At Sweden's University of Gothenburg researchers have conducted three-year long studies to determine how games may enhance a child's ability to learn their language. The results? They help in lots of ways. Here's the link to the article at overclockersclub.com