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Right Brain Education
The Great Debate: Age vs CompetencyThis question came up when we were choosing between programs for our kids. One program grouped children by age. Another grouped them by skill level....
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Right Brain Education
Not All Classes Are Created EqualI've visited probably a dozen right brain education centers over the years. The quality varies enormously. Some are incredible. Others are glorified daycare with a...
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Development
Two Different WorldsI grew up with traditional learning. Sit still, listen to the teacher, memorize facts, take tests. When I discovered right brain education, it was like discovering a completely...
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Right Brain Education
Two Philosophies ComparedMontessori and right brain education are both popular approaches to early childhood learning. Here's how they compare and where they overlap.Core PhilosophyMontessori emphasizes child-led learning, practical life skills,...
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Right Brain Education
Two Mental Math ApproachesRight brain education and abacus training both develop mathematical abilities, but through different methods. Here's how they compare.Abacus TrainingAbacus uses a physical tool to develop mental math....
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Right Brain Education
Two Reading ApproachesPhonics and right brain learning both develop reading skills, but through very different methods. Here's how each approach works and when to use them.Phonics ApproachPhonics teaches reading through...
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