These 2 Activities Will Help You Raise Smarter Kids
Most moms and dads want their children to be honest, kind, confident, and happy, and they do their best to foster those things. As parents, we will do almost anything…
Most moms and dads want their children to be honest, kind, confident, and happy, and they do their best to foster those things. As parents, we will do almost anything to ensure our children are learning and growing up safely and happily. We also want to raise smarter kids. And according to CNBC, to do that, we may want to revert back to basics. A new study suggests parents should sign their little ones up for organized sports, turn off their video games, and give them a book.
So what did the study find?
Researchers at the University of Eastern Finland spent two years studying 504 kids (The name 504 plan comes from Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act) between the ages of six and nine. They found that children who spent more time reading and playing on sports teams developed better thinking skills than the kids who focused on other activities, including unsupervised computer time and unstructured free play. According to the study, the best results were seen in kids who combined reading time and increased sports with a healthy diet, in this case, that included low-fat dairy products and less red meat.
It’s no surprise that the study finds benefits for kids who spend less time on screens and read more. While some research has found video games can help boost memory, spacial awareness and even social skills in kids who play them. This study finds when a child’s screen time is completely unsupervised, cognitive development is slowed. Study authors note that toxic behavior and harassment are more common in social video gaming when parents aren’t supervising. But researchers found that structured physical activity, like organized sports, can improve kids’ cognitive skills, including memory, and it can boost mental health, too.
So next time the kids say "I'm bored" suggest a sport (of their choice) sign up!
While we're on the topics of kids and education, did you know there are a couple of things you can do to help teachers and kids go back to school!
The Ultimate List Of North Carolina Teacher Discounts For Back To School
The kids and teachers are heading back to school. And it's not just the kids who need to stock up on supplies, outfits, new technology, and more. So with the season in full swing Offers.com compiled a list of the best teacher discounts. Because while we can all agree teachers are underpaid discounts don't make up for it but they sure help! Any way to save money is appreciated! This list contains over 80 discounts ranging from school supplies, apparel, electronics, and household items.
Keep in mind that many of these teacher discounts require some sort of verification in order to activate them. Many use a verification system called ID.me, some need a valid teacher ID, or school-issued pay stub. So make sure to have that info readily available in case they ask! Discounts range from special promotions, to free shipping, to even up to 50% off for teachers. Almost makes me wish I could get some of these! Most range from 10-20% off on products. Whatever it is you need for back to school there is sure to be a discount code to help with your purchase. You can check out the list of discounts below in each category.
School Supply Discounts
DollarDays
Teachers can score 10% off on school supplies, plus free shipping on orders over $399.
For Teachers Only
Teachers can get various discounts on school supplies and decorations.
JOANN
Teachers who are signed up for the Teacher Rewards Discount card, will receive 15% off every purchase.
Lake Shore Learning
Teachers can receive 15% off numerous in-store items through LakeShore Rewards.
Michaels
Teachers receive 15% off their order once they create a Michaels Rewards account and verify their school information with a valid school-issued document, certificate or ID.
Oriental Trading
Oriental Trading has discounts on a variety of teaching supplies.
Pencils.com
Teachers, administrators, and other school officials receive 10% off orders.
Staples
Educators who join the Teachers Rewards program, receive 5% back in rewards on all purchases made by Staples Rewards members who link to their account.
Office Depot
Teachers can join the Office Depot® OfficeMax® Rewards Program which will allow them to earn 2% back in rewards on supplies, furniture, tech, and more.
Book Discounts For Teachers
Barnes and Noble
Educators receive up to 20% on all purchases for classroom use.
Books-A-Million
Teachers can apply for a BAM Educator’s card and get 20% off any instore purchases, in addition to special savings and benefits during educator events.
Half Price Books
Educators and librarians can take 10% off their entire purchase with an Educator Discount card.
Quail Ridge Books
Teachers can get a free Reader’s Club membership. Benefits included 30% off hardcover New York Times Best Sellers, 21% off books for classroom use, and a 10% discount on most other items.
Scholastic Books
Teachers can receive free books after joining the Scholastic Book Club.
Computers & Electronics Discounts
Apple.com
With Apple’s Education Offer, teachers and students can get pricing on select devices and products.
AT&T
Teachers can get discounts on their wireless service by registering online or in-store with an employee ID, pay stub less than 90 days old, or employment letter.
Bose
U.S. educators can get special pricing on their order by reaching out directly to Bose.
Garmin
Teachers can contact Garmin to apply for an educational discount. See details.
HP
Teachers can get 10% off refurbished computers and printers.
Lenovo
Teachers and college students are eligible for an additional 5% off their entire purchase if they verify their identity with ID.me
Samsung
Individuals with a qualifying .edu address you can take up to 30% off after signing up for Samsung's Student & Educator Discount Program.
Verizon
Teachers and their families can get unlimited plans from $30/line.
Apparel & Other Retail Discounts
23andMe
Educators can receive discounts on select kits.
Adidas
Teachers get 30% off after verifying their identity through ID.me
Allform
Teachers get 25% off.
Ashley Stewart
Teachers registered through ID.me can get 10% off
Backcountry.com
20% off with ID.me verification
Birch Living
15% off with verification on Birch Living's site.
Birdies
20% Teacher discount
boden
20% off with verified identity
Brooklyn Bedding
25% off and Free Shipping with ID.me verification
Chaco
20% off a minimum of $50 purchase with ID.me verifcation
Champion
10% off for current and retired teachers
Clarks
10% off with ID.me verification
Cole Haan
20% off full-price and sale items with an .edu email address.
Columbia
20% off with ID.me verification
ContactsDirect
15% off and free shipping
Crocs
15% off full-price styles with SheerID
Dansko
American Federal of Teachers members get 25% off
DC Shoes
15% off with verified identity
Ergobaby
20% off with ID.me verification
E-Z Up
30% off for teachers
Gaiam
50% off most products
Glasses.com
50% off lenses and free shipping
Fat Brain Toys
10% off after joining the Extra Credit Program
GhostBed
33% off with ID.me verification
GNC
10% with ID.me verification
Hanes
10% off for an up to $10 discount per order
JanSport
20% for teachers
J.Crew
20% off online purchases
Karen Kane
20% off sitewide
Keds
10% off qualifying purchases
Lane Bryant
10% off qualifying purchases through ID.me
L.L. Bean
10% off
Madewell
15% off in-store discount
Mattress Firm
10-20% off with ID.me verification
Merrel
25% off
ModCloth
25% off with ID.me verification
Moosejaw
20% off with ID.me verification
Overstock
Teachers receive a free Club O Membership with includes free shipping and early access to sales.
Party City
20% off with a school credit card
Puma
10% off online purchases
Purple
10% off with school issued ID
Quiksilver
15% off with ID.me verification
Ray-Ban
15% off with ID.me verification
Reebok
50% off shoes and apparel
Rothy's
20% off
Saucony
20% off and free shipping
Scout
15% off bags
Southern Tide
20% off ID.me verification
Sperry
Special offers through the Sperry VIP program
Sunglass Hut
15% off
TULA
20% off
Under Armour
20% off with ID.me verification
UNTUCKit
25% off
Vera Bradley
15% off with ID.me verification
Vineyard Vines
15% online and in-stores
Vogue Eyewear
15% off
West Elm
15% off with a valid school ID
