Archive for May, 2009
While having a strong knowledge of words isn’t a skill necessary for success, it’s well documented that people with better vocabularies are more intelligent. The standard IQ test which measures a person’s core intelligence, tests vocabulary and knowledge of words. Those who possess an IQ score above 135 are said to be geniuses, with a potential to understand more complex formulas and theories. One characteristic of such people is a strong vocabulary. Integrating more complex words into standard language takes intelligence, and often children who demonstrate a high IQ use words above their current level of knowledge and read at a much higher age level.
It’s important to begin children building a strong vocabulary at a young age. Kids who can demonstrate an affinity for words including writing and reading will have an easier time throughout their academic career. Involve children in reading and vocabulary building activities while they’re young for a brighter future!
In the past, it wasn’t commonplace to have a computer in the household, but these days, most Americans have one, two, or three or more computers in the household. In addition, computer education is beginning much earlier in schools. It’s important for children to have a solid background with computers, because in the future, all modern jobs will involve some amount of computer usage. It’s not uncommon for kids to begin learning about computers in preschool. In fact, preschool computer education can develop a wealth of unique skills that will assist a child in future education. Even the most basic skills such as typing, navigation, and applications are essential tools in the world of academics and professionals.
There are numerous computer programs and books that can assist with teaching children to use computers at a young age. With early exposure, kids can become used to understanding computers, and have an interpretive sense of how interfaces, applications, and programs that most adults do not. It is this elementary sense of the computer’s interface that often causes kids to be more familiar with computers than adults.