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Pencils - Check!
Binder - Check!
Backpack - Check!
Frontal lobe -- uh-oh. I don't know where I left that. It might still be sitting under the little beach umbrella on the Cape.
Well, as our kids attempt to transform themselves from overheated athletes to aspiring brainiacs, here is some new advice that cuts across conventional wisdom - and just might make it easier to locate that brain sooner rather than later. See the Back To School article below.
Of course we also do our best to get the brain in gear with our Fall programs. See the list below for programs in your area, or call us at 617-395-7527.
Leonid Tunik, Regional Director.
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Back To School
| My parents have always told me to study in a quiet spot, focus on one topic, and avoid cramming. I've passed the same wisdom to all the young students in my family. Every published textbook and study skills book on the market has the same advice, but apparently only the last bit is supported by recent cognitive research. The New York Times recently reported this bit of advice in Forget What You Know About Good Study Habits: "...instead of sticking to one study location, simply alternating the room
where a person studies improves retention. So does studying distinct
but related skills or concepts in one sitting, rather than focusing
intensely on a single thing."
As well, pseudo-scientific notions about right-brained and left-brained learners are being debunked by new research. It seems that learning through multiple senses is beneficial to retaining materials. Frequent quizzing also seems to help, although it is more effective when questions are not of the same exact type, as is often the case with computer-gradable quizzes used in many schools. This notion seems to support "quizzing" your kids about what they learned in school each day, even if they hate you for it.
I hope this helps. Happy learning.
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| Upcoming Classes | Engineering, gamemaking, architecture, mechatronics!
But wait, there's more!
This fall we have a variety of classes and
one-time workshops scheduled in...
Arlington
Lexington
Newton
Reading
Wayland
Weston
Westwood
Winchester
See the full schedule here!
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Partner Showcase
| Jewish Community Centers of Greater Boston have been a very close partner of Children's Technology Workshop in and around the Newton area. It's my pleasure to highlight what I think is a great outlet for creativity very much in line with our approach to creative adventures and storytelling.
Kids between the ages of 8 and 12 can join the cast on Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat as part of the Showstoppers Youth Theatre Production program. Be a part of this colorful retelling of the biblical story about Joseph, his uncanny abilities, and his amazing designer overcoat! This popular musical is full of excitement, energy, fun characters and eclectic musical variety. Children will receive well rounded theatrical training from a professional team oriented staff. While rehearsing for the show children will be taught the elements of creating a musical theater production including acting, choreography, voice, music and more. Everyone will be a part of the show!
Rehearsals: Sundays, October 24 - February 6 3:30 pm - 5:30pm (please note there will be extra rehearsals the week prior to the show)
Performance Date: Sunday, February 6, 2011
Pre-registration is required: JCC Member: $360; general $425
Open to the entire community
At the Leventhal- Sidman JCC, 333 Nahanton Street, Newton
To register, call 617-558-6480 or online at easyreg.jccgb.org
Note: Children's Technology Workshop is not connected with this program, nor is it rewarded for this article.
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Birthday Parties that Rock!
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Pixellation: Ages 7-10, $20/child. Love the limelight? Make a cool group music video using a special animation technique called Pixellation. 1 hour.
Build-a-Bug: Ages 9-11, $20/child. Build a kid-powered LEGO creature and race it against your friends. Two options to suit age and ability. 2 hours.
Animation: Ages 9-13, $30/child. Make a movie tribute to the celebrant using an animation technique called Stop-Motion Animation. Your ideas, your story, you keep the movies. 2 hours.
Catapult: Ages 7-11, $25/child. Build and beautify an ancient wooden catapult that hurls paper balls with incredible accuracy. Materials included. 2 hours.
Video Game Design: Ages 9-13, $30/child. Think playing games is fun? Try making them. The group will be so engaged this will be the quietest party you will ever have. A favorite with older kids. Multiple options are available depending on age and level. 2 hours.
To book your party, email parties@ctwboston.com
or call 617-395-7527www.ctworkshop.com10 children minimum charge. Fees include all materials, but LEGO kits return to us at the end of the party. Food is not included. Ask about our cool party favors! | |
