Peers at School: The Good and The Not So Good
Merriam-Webster online defines the term ‘peer’ as “one that is of equal standing with another”. Are peer relationships that our children have at school important? If so, why and how …
Kids Health
Tips on keeping your kids fit and learning well
In our previous post, we shared some extensive research about the link between better academic performance and physical fitness. At the end of the day, kids who are more physically …
Boosting Brain Power with Exercise: The Science Behind it All
In part 1 of our series on the importance of physical activity and its effects on learning, we saw that there is plenty of evidence to suggest that children who …
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Move your Body for Better Grades?
It’s nothing we haven’t heard before – physical activity is good for us! As parents, we are told time and time again that active kids are healthy ones. With busy …
How Mindfulness Helps with Homework
Over the past year, you may have heard the term ‘mindfulness’ in your social media browsing or in health care facilities. It is the latest buzzword in mental health research …
The Power of "Yet": Growth Mindset
In a past series of articles, Beyond the Classroom delved into the wonderful world of neuroplasticity and the consequences of a fixed mindset. We explored the evolving learners that are …
