by Kala on Dec. 17, 2014
I have recently had a number questions about working memory. Working memory is a way of describing a child’s ability to actively hold and manipulate information in their mind for a brief period of time. For example, when the teacher tells them their homework and they have to remember it and write it down.
Recent research has shown that you can practice your working memory to improve it.
2011-2012. TVOntario. Evaluating the training effects of TVO Kids working memory computer games: A controlled, randomized study with children aged 6-9. Pelletier, J. & Hawes, Z.
Two free games used in this study that you can use with your child to work on this skill are: Ribbit Frog Ribbit and Hop Frog Hop. They are available for free through TVO kids:
http://www.tvokids.com/games/ribbitfrogribbit
http://www.tvokids.com/games/hopfroghop
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