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Happy Independence Day to our US-based Best Brains Families!

As a young child, Ryan Hreljac found ways to raise money to build a well in Africa. He then devoted his life to bringing safe, clean drinking water to communities in need.

Happy Canada Day to our Canadian Best Brains Families!!!

July 4th is this Sunday! Around the United States, people will light up the grill , cool off at the local waterpark , and gather to watch fireworks as the sun sets. How is your family going to celebrate the 3-day weekend?

Looking for book recommendations for your kids? We have a round up of some great stories for you! Today we take a look at a few true stories about fearless girls of the past and of the present. These inspiring, entertaining tales are perfect for any child, boy or girl, looking for a role model. Let's dig in!

For today's lesson, Ms. Stedman will teach us the sign language words for feelings and emotions, as well as other words that help you carry on simple conversations in ASL.

Is your family going on vacation this year? Have concerns about health and safety got you feeling nervous about planning your next adventure? Keeping our kids happy and healthy is at the heart of everything we do. With that in mind, we've compiled some ideas for your next vacation that strike a balance between caution and fun. Let's explore!

HONESTY TIME! Now that it's summer, are the kids living on a diet of cereal and ice cream? Active, growing bodies need fuel! How can you make a well-rounded meal plan for your kids that they'll be excited to eat? Let's look into how kids' nutrition works and find some answers!

Happy Father's Day from all of us at Best Brains!

From all of us at Best Brains, we wish you a Happy Juneteenth!

On this episode of All About Things, Ms. Alyssa teaches us about the five food groups , how to identify unhealthy junk food, and leads us through a fun nutrition game!

Father's Day is this Sunday! Every dad deserves a special day and this is yours. And no dad is more special to us than a Best Brains Dad. So enjoy your day, Dads of Best Brains. We hope it's a great one!

While we sip cocoa, eat cookies, and wait for Santa, many people are also retelling the Christmas story. For Christians and non-Christians alike, the tale of Mary and Joseph can impart life lessons about patience and supporting your family through any kind of hardship. Read along with us!

Halloween is just a few days away! Are you excited? Ready for the tricks and treats this holiday brings? We can hardly wait! While there are a lot of added safety precautions due to COVID that can make a lot of Halloween traditions a bit of a hassle, that doesn't mean that we can't make new traditions to enjoy this day just as much as any other year!

Grab your paper and your imagination and follow along as Pilot Man Dan teaches you how to make some of his favorite paper airplanes! In today's lesson, he teaches you how to create the Bat!

Week 32 Interactive Workbooks---> FREE weekly workbooks for kids ages 3+. Go to https://bestbrains.com/interactive-workbook to get access to these workbooks instantly!

Let's talk report cards! Getting good grades is hugely important for kids. Not only are many opportunities available only to those children with certain grade levels, but ultimately they are a reflection of how well our children understand and retain knowledge. Have your child's grades been affected by distance learning? Is connecting with a teacher weekly through Best Brains providing additional support? Let us know!

Halloween is only 6 days away!!! Do you have your costume ready? Do you know where the family will be going for trick-or-treating, or will you be going to a party? There are so many ways to celebrate Halloween!

Now that kids are on their winter break from school, we can step back and assess their progress in 2020. Are your kids where they should be academically? Have they been getting the 1-on-1 support they need? How can we improve their chances for success in 2021?

For today's lesson, Ms. Stedman teaches us colors and patterns in sign language. Come back every week as she goes more in depth into teaching you ASL. Follow along with Ms. Stedman: https://bestbrains.com//pdf/ASL-Video-5-Worksheet-Vocab.pdf Mobile version: https://m.bestbrains.com///ASL-Video-5-Worksheet-Vocab.pdf

Hello gals and ghouls, welcome to another episode of Meet the Monsters. Come with me, Dr. Morbid Mildred, as we talk about some of this world's most terrifying monsters. In this episode, we will take a closer look at a terrifying creature, the Vampire! Download the worksheet here! https://cdn.bestbrains.com/pdf/Vampire-Worksheet%20(1).pdf

Healthy, crunchy, salty, and sweet, it's easy to see why people go nuts for nuts! What's your favorite nut? A) Almond B) Walnut... C) Pistachio D) Pecan See more

Are you thirsty for a scare? Head on over to YouTube to watch another episode of Meet the Monsters, hosted by Dr. Morbid Mildred. Today, she's sinking her fangs into Vampire lore!

Are you kids starting high school this year with distance learning ? 9th and 10th grade is a crucial time for a student's education, especially if college is in their plans. Best Brains has options to get your kids ready to take their placement exams, especially when current curriculum at the public/private school level may be lacking.

Have you ever talked to a ruler of another country? That's exactly what Samantha Smith did. When she was just 10 years old, she was invited to an "enemy" state and helped change many people's minds about what we where being told about the people of the Soviet Union! This is why she is known as the worlds youngest ambassador. Download the worksheet here: https://bestbrains.com/assets/pdf/Samantha-Smith.pdf Mobile worksheet: https://m.bestbrains.com/assets/pdf/Samantha-Smith.pdf

Week 31 Interactive Workbooks---> FREE weekly workbooks for kids ages 3+. Go to https://bestbrains.com/interactive-workbook to get access to these workbooks instantly!

As long as social distancing is in place, Best Brains will continue to offer our programs online to keep kids safe and healthy during the pandemic.

Want to know more about how our eLearning program compares to our in-person instruction. Here are just a few of our happy parents describing what Best Brains x5 has meant to their children's education!

Hello gals and ghouls, welcome to another episode of Meet the Monsters. Come with me, Dr. Morbid Mildred, as we talk about some of this world's most terrifying monsters. In this episode, we will take a closer look at a fursome creature, the Werewolf! Worksheet: https://cdn.bestbrains.com/pdf/Werewolve-worksheet%20(2).pdf