by Miwako Sensei | Nov 5, 2018 | Study Skills
After a productive day at school, does your child have a study space that is conducive for learning? I believe that, as a parent, we all need to encourage learning even at home. In order to create an ideal study area that improves sharpness and mental focus, take note...
by Miwako Sensei | Oct 12, 2018 | Study Skills
Over the years I’ve been teaching mental math, I have noticed trends in certain age groups. Younger children tend to get more physical exercise than children that are older. As children progress in school, they lose privileges such as recess or taking breaks. The...
by Miwako Sensei | Sep 5, 2018 | Study Skills
Often times, I’m asked how abacus and mental math skills help our students excel in areas beyond math. As a teacher, and a parent I have noticed our JAMS students progress quickly, keep enthusiasm about education and ultimately, excel across all academic subjects....
by Miwako Sensei | Jul 27, 2018 | About Abacus, Parenting, Study Skills, Summer
Sure, at this age, we probably have traveled extensively. Personally, I recommend traveling at any age, but the earlier you travel and experience the world the better. The skills you acquire while traveling are priceless and you will gain important life skills along...
by Miwako Sensei | Jul 27, 2018 | About Abacus, Parenting, Study Skills, Summer
Did you know that 85% of our parents at JAMS are from a diverse international background? Myself included. I can easily be overwhelmed by all of the different school types available for our children. It’s not always a choice between public or private schools. Often...
by Miwako Sensei | Jul 27, 2018 | About Abacus, Parenting, Study Skills, Summer
As each school year comes to an end, parents usually ask me about how they can keep engaged during the summer. Of course every student is different, but here are some of the things that I have found help our students. When your child starts learning something, he...
