Liven up learning to boost brainpower! Games, puzzles, and movement can sharpen students' memory, problem-solving, and critical thinking, here are some things to know.
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Meditation generally involves focusing attention in a calm, controlled way and has multiple benefits for both the brain and the body.
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Visualization involves forming a mental image to represent information and may be in the form of pictures or animated scenes it helps in improving cognitive skills in students.
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Memory card games test a student's short-term memory and cognitive skills and ability to remember patterns.
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Crossword puzzles are a popular activity that may stimulate the brain and helps improving cognitive skills of students.
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Number puzzles, such as sudoku, can be a fun way to challenge the brain and enhancing cognitive abilities.
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A 2016 meta-analysis notes that chess and other cognitive leisure activities may lead to improvements
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Enjoying company of friends may be a mentally engaging leisure activity and may help preserve cognitive function.