July 2nd is “I forgot day”, a day dedicated to forgetfulness. Did you know that board games and puzzles can help improve your memory? The mental stimulation by playing games, solving puzzles, holding conversations, and reading is associated with better memory.  In light of this day, we researched how board and puzzle games can improve your memory. Time to exercise your brain!

Help! My child is highly gifted! How do you mean, help? “Having a gifted child is great! They’ll have it easy in school!” That’s one of the most frequent reactions parents of highly intelligent kids receive when they (dare to) share that their child is gifted. Aaaah, the prejudices…

(Guest author: Kristel van Eijk, Hoogbegaafd de Podcast & Hoogbegaafd de Retreat)

Did you know that games are not only fun, but can also help you train your brain and fine motor skills? Fine motor skills are the skills you daily need to make small movements and to complete little tasks like grasping a spoon to eat soup or to button up your trousers. It’s more or less the connection and coordination between the brain and our muscular strength. Sometimes children and adults can use a little help to sharpen those fine motoric skills. And what better way to do that with games that also tickle your brain!

You’ve been working and socializing all week, and you need some well-deserved me-time. But you are tired of binging series and you are looking for an alternative, enjoyable activity you can do on your own. Why not try playing board games solo?! These are a great alternative activity for both kids and adults to relax. Take your time and get a kick out of overcoming the game’s challenges by yourself. Here is our top 5 of fun, skill enhancing SmartGames for both kids and adults to play alone.

Did you know that studies show that timings like birthdays or the start of a new year motivate aspirational thoughts and behaviour? These events make us critically reflect on where we are and where we want to go in life. This explains why so many people have New Year’s resolutions at the end or start of the year. Maybe one of your resolutions is to keep your brain fit this year! We collected some tips and tricks on how to train your brain and maintain or grow your brain plasticity. And how to keep this new habit up!