Modern education is not limited to learning the traditional academic subjects of mathematics, science or literature. Increasingly, schools and parents are developing children's psychosocial skills to educate and shape empathetic, socially-adapted individuals.
Our Brain has an incredible capacity to adapt to any situation that comes its way. Life experiences, intellectual knowledge, memory capacity... it takes a lot of connections for our neurons to transfer information throughout our Brain! This process is called Brain Plasticity, and it constantly enables the 90 billion nerve cells in our heads to adapt to every situation. Want to find out more about the "cables of our Brain"? Babaoo Mag has the answers! ⬇️
The "Terrible Two" is perhaps one of the most apprehensive periods for parents. As your child approaches 18 months of age, he or she will start to confront you frequently, refusing to listen, doing the opposite of what you ask or getting angry when you refuse a request.
“Mens sana in corpore sano”, as the Romans said 2,000 years ago: “A healthy mind in a healthy body”. Despite popular belief, the brain is not a muscle, but its development requires training that is sometimes worthy of a sport! To coincide with the Paris Olympics, Babaoo has created a little game - a sort of Chinese portrait - to help you discover which sports the Executive Functions might correspond to.
Meditation is often seen as an inner journey reserved for adults. In reality, this activity is accessible to everyone, even the very youngest. Together, let's discover how this practice can enrich their daily lives to grow up in harmony with themselves - and the world around them! 🌟
Ah, boredom... That little intruder in our lives and those of our children, that troublemaker of quiet afternoons. But, dear parents, what if we told you that this dreaded state of affairs is actually a treasure trove for our little ones' development? Far from being an enemy, boredom could well be an ally of their creativity and learning. But why? And how? Babaoo explains. ⬇️
Why children's sleep is important? How can we ensure they get the restful sleep they need? Let's dive together into the mysteries of sleep and its indispensable role for young, growing minds. 😴
Our children have super powers! Whatever their age, they learn again and again, even without realizing it. At the heart of this learning are the executive functions, the brain's true pilots, which orchestrate our thoughts, actions and emotions with remarkable precision. Among them, inhibitory control stands out as the champion of self-control and perseverance. But what is inhibitory control? Babaoo Mag explains! ⬇️
In our never-ending quest to offer our children the very best, today we turn our attention to the notion of "brainfood". This concept underlines the importance of food in a child's cognitive and physical development. But what are brainfoods? How can we incorporate them into our children's daily diet? Babaoo explains. ⬇️
Ah, learning for our children! As the saying goes, "good things come to those who wait". Learning is an adventure, and to best accompany our children on this quest, it's essential to understand its basics. 🧠
How about Metacognition? Alexandra Volckaert, a doctorate in psychology, specializing in neuropsychology and more specifically in the development of Executive Functions in young children, tells you all about it!
Modelling, Training, Appropriation and Transfer. Understanding the 4 phases of children's learning is crucial to guiding and supporting their development. Curious to find out more? Babaoo Mag has the facts for you!
Metacognition is a superpower that enables us (adults and children alike) to learn how to learn. It's our ability to step back and analyse a situation and pay attention to what's going on in our heads. Want to find out more about this superpower? Babaoo Mag has the facts for you!
Sport isn't just a great way for kids to expend their boundless energy. Did you know that physical activity can also stimulate their growing brains? Let's discover together the cognitive benefits of sport for these developing brains. 🧠
We learn throughout our lives, but childhood is a crucial time when our little ones learn a huge amount, day after day, often without even realising it. But really... How do you learn to do something new? Here's how, in 4 easy steps. 😉
Babaoo was recently lucky enough to welcome Jean-Philippe Lachaux, Director of Neuroscience Research at INSERM (CRNL) and Specialist in Attention. We took the opportunity to ask him all our questions on the subject, which we'll let you discover without further ado!
Attention, Inhibition, Working Memory, Flexibility, Planning: Executive Functions are our brain's superpowers. They enable us to control our thoughts, actions and emotions. To better understand executive functions and their role in children's development, follow the guide!
Because their brains are still developing, your children do not manage their emotions in the same way as you do. Neuroscience provides a better understanding of how they function.