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Holiday Gift Guide: The best elementary STEM and coding toys of 2020 that kids and parents will both love

Education toys probably aren’t at the top of your child’s wish list that was sent off to the North Pole, but they should still end up under the tree on Christmas morning. The unfortunate truth about Christmas wish lists is that they are often made up of the brands that Read more…

By Michelle Sokol, 3 months3 months ago
Coding and Game Design

5 of the most popular coding classes for kids

There are many benefits to teaching kids to code at a young age.  Coding not only builds confidence and teaches logical thinking and persistence, it also prepares students for careers of the future. With so many different coding classes, where do you start and how do you decide which classes Read more…

By Michelle Sokol, 3 months3 months ago
Holiday Camps

Holiday Camps keep kids engaged and learning through Thanksgiving and Christmas

When school breaks for Thanksgiving or Christmas, it is a popular time to hit the road or board an airplane to visit family in different parts of the country. But with COVID-19 cases spiking across the country, travel is being put on hold for many families. According to SEMrush, an Read more…

By Michelle Sokol, 4 months4 months ago
After School Programs

How Esports help kids develop teamwork, strategic thinking and sportsmanship skills

When Fortnite took pop culture by storm a few years ago (you’ve probably even seen your child practicing some of their own Fortnite dance moves around the house), many viewed it as a silly gaming trend. And when parents see their teen spending hours running around the fantasy world of Read more…

By Michelle Sokol, 4 months4 months ago
Park Pods

Fun and safe outdoor activities to build social and motor skills

The World Health Organization recommends that children receive at least 60 minutes of physical activity each day. It’s important to look beyond general physical activity to understand the benefits of structured play. Structured physical play has been proven to offer benefits beyond the body. Students who participate in sports or Read more…

By Michelle Sokol, 4 months4 months ago
A boy sits in front of a bright computer screen. Teaching kids to code can help bridge the skills gap.
Coding and Game Design

Can we close the future skills gap by teaching kids coding now?

The future is now. That’s what schools and other educational service providers should assume as they plan their curriculum and student outcomes.  The rate of technological change and innovation has been rapidly accelerating over the past few decades and it is expected to continue as advancements in topics including artificial Read more…

By Michelle Sokol, 4 months4 months ago
A girl stands in front of a chalkboard with code written on it
Coding and Game Design

5 ways to empower girls and help them learn to code

On International Day of the Girl, KidzToPros celebrates the girls of the world and their limitless potential! The International Day of the Girl was declared by the United Nations to bring attention to the challenges girls face and to promote girls’ empowerment. It has been celebrated annually on Oct. 11 since Read more…

By Michelle Sokol, 5 months4 months ago
Learning Pods

The 5 Main Benefits of Home Learning Pods

If you had asked parents how they felt about “pods” just a few months ago, you probably would have received an answer about gardening or green bean recipes. Now, learning pods are one of the hottest topics among parents and educators this school year — some even going so far Read more…

By Michelle Sokol, 5 months4 months ago
tutoring

5 ways a personal tutor can help your child thrive this school year

I don’t need to hire a tutor as long as my child is doing well in school and maintaining good grades, right? Wrong. Private tutoring can be an especially effective intervention for students who are falling behind in school. However, there are just as many benefits for students who are Read more…

By Michelle Sokol, 5 months3 months ago
Learning Pods

Playing in a park: It’s about more than just having fun

Leading health organizations, including the World Health Organization and the government’s Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, recommend that children participate in at least 60 minutes of physical activity every day. Physical activity doesn’t need to be vigorous exercise or organized sports — it can be playing in a park or Read more…

By Michelle Sokol, 5 months4 months ago

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