Grupology Blog
Grupology Blog
Don’t Throw Away Your Pencil!
Research and personal experience stress the indispensable role of writing in the learning process. Studies show that the act of writing by hand strengthens brain connections and supports learning more effectively than typing.
Lessons from the Wrestling Mat
Did you know that math and chess educator, Colin Shober, was a high school state champion in wrestling? Although he’ll be inducted into the Pennsylvania Wrestling Hall of Fame next year, his road to success was not without some bumps.
A New School Year Resolution: Set Intentions, Not Goals
Grupologist Paige Austin shares some reflections about back-to-school time, achievement, failure and why this year she’ll be setting intentions instead of goals.
Teaching Our Children Media Literacy
Educating students about media literacy is simply educating them on how they interact with information. Let’s create a community that values questioning, not just finding answers.
Creativity: We All Have It, and More Than We Think
Simply put, creativity is the ability to use your unique perspective to solve a problem or bring something new into existence. We are all creative, and more so than we think.
What is Executive Function and Where Can I Get My Kid Some?
Execute Function encompasses the ways we approach tasks. And, like other parts of child development, each child has their own trajectory and pacing.
Finding Adventure in Life… and Books
Life is an adventure that can take many different forms. Whether someone lives all over the world or stays in the same town their entire life, adventure and excitement can be found wherever there is an openness to new opportunities.
Strong Transitions On and Off the Court
In basketball, transition means the change from defense to offense or vice versa. In life, we’re constantly faced with periods of transition. A prepared team, or student, can use change to play great defense or charge ahead and score a basket.
Say Yes to Chess!
Here at Grupology, we love the tactile, strategic and creative game of chess. Chess might seem complicated and intimidating to some, so let us show you how accessible and fun it is to play!
Making Yes Count in 2022
The new year (and maybe this one even more so) beacons us with the beauty of a fresh start, and we feel our obligation to give it something in return. At the heart of it all is something very simple: saying yes.
Looking back on 2021 with a Growth Mindset
The Growth Mindset calls for revising the way we look at challenges and setbacks by evolving them into positive momentum. It’s displaying the characteristics of grit, perseverance, bravery, and confidence—and the relentless desire to pursue personal development.
A Year in Review: Grupology Turns 2!
What a whirlwind year! Grupolgy has accomplished so much in 2021, and we’re overwhelmed by the support we’ve received from our incredible community.
The Joy of Creative Outlets — One Path to the Summit
Society’s quest for outliers, dreamers, enthusiastic hobbyists, misunderstood inventors, quirky performers, and raw poets is the paradigm that our children will emerge into as they explore middle school, enter high school, and spread their wings into the world beyond.
Chess: a Getaway & a Gateway
You don’t have to be a grandmaster to enjoy the tactical, creative, and beautiful game of chess!
Let’s Get Into the MEAT of Improv
We know you’ve heard of “STEAM”, but have you heard of MEATS!?? Sample Grupology’s charcuterie board of improv.
Standing Together in the Spirit of 1,000 Cranes
While the crane has long been a popular symbol of fortune in Japanese folklore, a more modern, in-depth meaning evolved from the inspiring story of one young girl, Sadako Sasaki.
Global Warming: A Polar Bear’s Perspective
An open letter to humankind from a concerned polar bear representative, and a response by Dr. Mandira Roy.
Marching to a Storytelling Beat
We all have a story -- probably many stories -- whether they are funny, serious, scary, sad, or inspiring, these are the tales that shape our lives.
Inaugural Inspiration & “The Past We Step Into”
Can you believe it? We are already in the midst of February 2021, an opportune time to explore and celebrate the complexity and richness of black history while also looking optimistically toward new horizons.
Play and Learn with KEVA at Grupology’s new HQ!
Some of the most impactful learning experiences happen off the page when imagination, creativity and artistry combine, which is why we are excited to bring the KEVA Interactive Gallery to our community when our Burlingame headquarters opens on January 20th!