The Mental Abacus: How Children Are Outsmarting Calculators With Just Their Minds
Picture this: a child mentally adding ten five-digit numbers in under eight seconds. No calculator, no physical abacus—just imagination. That’s the Mental Abacus, a centuries-old technique that’s still alive and thriving in classrooms across Asia, and now catching the attention of neuroscientists worldwide. What Is the Mental Abacus? The Mental Abacus trains learners to visualize […]
Why Swiss Boarding Schools Train Kids to Argue With Teachers — and How It Shapes Future Leaders
Elite Swiss boarding schools don’t look like most classrooms. Instead of quiet rows and raised hands, students are encouraged—and sometimes required—to debate their teachers from a young age. At around 10, a student might be asked: “Defend why the teacher is wrong.” It’s not about being rude. It’s about learning to challenge ideas and authority […]
The Great Homework Debate: Balancing Benefits and Challenges
Homework has been part of schooling for generations. For some it is a bridge between school and home—practice, structure, a way to extend learning. For others it is extra pressure, a marker of inequality, and a source of family friction. The stakes are bigger than policy memos. They are about student learning, wellbeing, and fairness. […]
3 Science Experiments for Kids That Will Blow Their Minds
Science isn’t just a subject—it’s an adventure. Kids don’t want to just read about how the world works; they want to see it in action. The good news? You don’t need a lab coat or fancy gear. Some of the best experiments happen with items you already have in your kitchen or classroom. When children […]
