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Kristen Thompson

Chief Brain Trainer
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Education

Moms and Dads of Second Graders--This Is For you!

Why is brain training a 7 or 8 year old the most effective? What happens when you take a look at how kids are learning instead of what they are learning?

Family

12 Free Brain-Building Apps for Kids

Here's a list of mobile Apps that are great for keeping young (and old) minds at work!

Living

Having a Hard Time Remembering?

How do you remember the name of someone you just met?

Business

It's All About Your People

Customer service can be hit or miss these days—what are some of the best places around in taking care of customers?

Family

New Year, New Start

It's a new year full of hope and expectations for you and your child. Help make this year the best yet!

Education

Dealing with Homework Hassles

Has your child's homework become your homework?

Education

School Conference Red Flags

Sometimes it’s hard for parents to determine if certain struggles or behaviors are just a normal part of the learning process, or an indicator of a deeper issue.

Education

Love to Read?

Reading with your child—is it painful or one of the best parts of your day?

Education

Patch Blog: Homework Woes

How long should homework really take? Is it how much that is being assigned or how quickly your child works?

Education

Parents and School Conferences

School conferences for my son's school are underway this week, and as a kindergartner's mom, I shouldn't be too worried, right?

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