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Why Participating in Math Olympiads is a Great Way to Inculcate Problem-Solving Skills Among Children

Mathematical Olympiads for Elementary and Middle Schools (MOEMS) started back in 1977 thanks to Dr. George Lenchner, who wanted to make kids all over the world awesome at math. They split kids into two groups: elementary (grades 4 to 6) and middle school (grades 6 to 8). Every month from November to March, kids get …

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How to Help Students Become Financially Aware in 2023

Following the COVID-19 pandemic, raising financially aware children has become more important than ever. The pandemic weakened financial stability and security across the globe. Millions of people lost their jobs, which resulted in familial financial strain for months and years. While parents struggled, children also watched their families navigate the precarious financial landscape. The pandemic …

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After-School Enrichment Programs for Kids: Why Are They So Important?

After-school enrichment programs refer to after-school learning activities offered in a safe and structured manner. They offer several benefits to students, helping them learn and improve skills that they typically don’t learn in a regular classroom, become more proactive, and connect with like-minded individuals with similar interests and experiences. They may take various forms, such …

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Why Should Kids Learn Coding & How Can Enrichment Programs Help?

Thirty years ago, the idea of children learning to code would have sounded strange. In 2022, it’s a reality, thanks to STEM education franchises like the one offered by CompuChild that provides enrichment programs for kids. In its simplest form, coding is a method of communicating with a computer. It allows you to learn a …

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The Evolution of COMPUCHILD

In the Beginning, COMPUCHILD was founded to meet a specific need…to get kids prepared for success at school. Upon entering elementary school, kids started using computers at school. Our founder realized that preschoolers were at a considerable advantage if they started working on computers prior to heading off to elementary school. Most families did not …

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How STEM Education Needs to be Linked to Practical Applications

STEM education is fast gaining momentum. However, there’s a growing need to focus on STEM applications and education to ensure smooth integration of knowledge. Let’s take a look at why and how STEM education can be linked to practical applications. Why Applied STEM Matters Remember finding a lesson or subject you studied in school particularly …

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