Brain Building Blogs
Student Mental Health and Finding Time to Play
This blog looks at post secondary students need for concern both with taking care of their mental health (however this looks for each student individually), while also finding time to play within a surely rigorous academic schedule.
Brain Benefits of Reading
It is crucial that children gain literacy skills and develop the “reading parts” of their brains at a young age so that they can be well-equipped to navigate their education, their relationships, their passions, and their future adult lives.
Music and the Aging Brain
Research shows that engaging with music can boost cognitive abilities by improving memory, focus, and self-control. For older adults, music offers a simple, enjoyable, and accessible way to keep the mind active, reduce stress, and strengthen social connections, all contributing to healthy aging.
Games on the Go!
The goal of this blog is to provide you with a list of games that require no materials, and so can easily be done on the go and in or out of the house to help you find time to play every day!
Sipa - Traditional Games of the Philippines
Sipa translates to ‘Kick’ and resembles the game of soccer, or hacky sack, usually playing with a ball made of rattan or a bundle of cloth, fiber or feathers. Learn more about this traditional game from the Philippines in this blog.
Traditional Games of the Philippines
The Filipino’s recognize Patinero as a game that emphasizes teamwork as players navigate designated lines while avoiding tags. Learn more about this traditional Filipino game in this blog post.