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Can Abacus and Mental Arithmetic Help Children with Dyslexia?
Over the past few years, there has been a meaningful addition in the types of families seeking abacus and mental arithmetic classes. Alongside parents looking to give their children an academic edge, there is a growing number of parents whose children are diagnosed with dyslexia. These children are bright and curious kids who are struggling not because they lack intelligence, but because their brains are wired differently. Their parents are searching, often desperately, for t

Mentalmatics
May 18


Can Abacus and Mental Arithmetic Help Children with Dyscalculia?
What is Dyscalculia, and Why Does it Matter? Dyscalculia is a specific learning difficulty that affects a child's ability to understand, process and work with numbers. Often described as the numerical equivalent of dyslexia, it affects an estimated 3 to 7% of school-age children, yet it receives a fraction of the awareness and resources that dyslexia does. Children with dyscalculia may struggle to grasp basic number relationships, remember arithmetic facts, understand place v

Mentalmatics
May 4


Can Abacus and Mental Arithmetic Training Really Help Children with ADHD Focus Better?
Over the past few years, a steady shift has been noticed in the type of students who are seen entering the classroom. In addition to more parents wanting their children to be quicker at calculations, there is also a group of parents whose children have been diagnosed with ADHD, and they are looking for any structured and engaging activity that can help to sharpen their attention. Many parents regularly ask this question: “ Can abacus and mental arithmetic training actually he

Mentalmatics
Apr 27


The Cognitive Crossroads: Gen Z and the Reversal of the Flynn Effect
For over a century, each new generation scored higher on IQ and cognitive tests than the one before it. This is a reliable, reassuring climb known as the Flynn Effect , named after researcher James Flynn, who documented steady gains of roughly three IQ points per decade across the developed world. This trend has now stalled, and in many countries, reversed. Recent analyses from multiple countries indicate that this long-standing upward trend in IQ scores has plateaued and, in

Mentalmatics
Apr 20


The Happiness Trap: Why Protecting Children from Struggle is the Unkindest Thing a Parent Can Do
There is a quiet crisis unfolding in homes, classrooms and educational institutions around the world, and it is not the one most parents are talking about. While much attention is rightly given to children's mental health, a troubling pattern has emerged beneath the surface of well-meaning parenting: we are raising a generation that is increasingly unable to tolerate discomfort, persist through difficulty or delay gratification. And the uncomfortable truth is that loving, dev

Mentalmatics
Apr 13


Raising Independent Children
From a developmental perspective, independence is a critical milestone in a child's growth. According to Erik Erikson's stages of...

Mentalmatics
Sep 11, 2024


Dyscalculia: Difficulties with Mathematics
Dyscalculia is a specific learning disability that affects an individual's ability to understand and work with numbers. It is often...

Mentalmatics
Aug 15, 2024


How to Develop a Mathematics Mindset for Children
In the fast-paced and ever-changing landscape of modern society, a strong grasp of mathematics has become significantly more important....

Mentalmatics
Aug 8, 2024


Strategies for Enhancing Preschoolers' Logical Skills
Developing logical thinking skills in preschoolers is fundamental to their cognitive development. Logical thinking involves the ability...

Mentalmatics
Jul 4, 2024


Overcoming Maths Struggles: The Crucial Role of Parental Support
Mathematics is the subject that has caused many students to break out in a cold sweat. For some children, numbers and equations can be as...

Mentalmatics
Jun 27, 2024


Strategies for Parents to Foster a Positive Attitude Towards Maths
Mathematics often evokes strong emotions in both children and adults. While some find joy and excitement in solving mathematical...

Mentalmatics
Jun 20, 2024


Ensuring Your Child's Brain Stays Active During the Holidays
The holidays are a time of joy and relaxation, but for many parents, they also present a challenge: how to keep their children's minds...

Mentalmatics
Jun 7, 2024


Rediscovering a Powerful Mathematical Tool with Finger Counting
When we think of arithmetic, methods such as memorising multiplication tables, using pencil and paper algorithms or utilising calculators...

Mentalmatics
May 16, 2024


The Benefits of Engaging the Right Brain Through Meditation and Yoga
In today's world, children are continually bombarded with stimuli and demands. Finding ways to cultivate their inner balance and...

Mentalmatics
Apr 18, 2024


The Importance of Creativity in Enhancing Children's Cognitive Development
Creativity reigns supreme in the enchanting realm of childhood, where imaginations soar and curiosity knows no bounds. It is not merely...

Mentalmatics
Apr 11, 2024


Enhance Your Child’s Brainpower with Physical Activities
The human brain is a marvel: an intricate organ that holds the key to our children's intelligence, creativity and general well-being....

Mentalmatics
Mar 28, 2024


Stress and the Developing Brain: A Rollercoaster Ride
Stress is akin to an uninvited guest who arrives at the party and steadfastly refuses to depart. When it concerns children, this...

Mentalmatics
Mar 21, 2024


Parenting Roles in Shaping Young Brains
The human brain develops gradually. Some functions, such as breathing and heartbeat regulation, commence at birth. However, other...

Mentalmatics
Mar 7, 2024


The Link Between Spatial Awareness and Mathematical Skills in Children
Have you ever noticed how some children seem to have a natural knack for math? They effortlessly solve complex equations and grasp...

Mentalmatics
Feb 22, 2024


Brain-Friendly Learning Techniques for Children
In pursuing academic excellence, the journey of studying is often met with groans and resistance from children. However, there are...

Mentalmatics
Feb 15, 2024

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