There are many misconceptions surrounding the ability to play chess. Only smart kids play chess. – At {YEL!}, we believe that every child has certain gifts they are given. We see enrichment as an opportunity to channel those gifts. ALL kids are smart kids. While there have been numerous studies claiming that chess may improve […]
CCX News out of Blaine, MN showcased the {YEL!} Woodworking summer camp along with Osseo Community Education.
A LEGO Story There I am teaching the same YEL LEGO STEM pulleys class I’ve taught dozens of times before. You know, the one with the rotating clown face. The kids are doing great. The projects are getting finished and this genius of a first grade girl comes up to me and shows me some […]
• “What did you learn in chess class today?” • “You got chess dollars?!!? Awesome. How did you earn them?” • “Did you play a chess game in class today?” If you have a child in a YEL chess class, perhaps you’ve asked your child any, if not all of these questions at some point. […]
How after school enrichment classes with {YEL!} help kids to THINK, LEARN and PLAY WELL! 1. Kids are excited to attend school. 2. They are convenient! 3. They keep learning fun! 4. They create friendships! 5. They create new interests. 6. The initial investment is low. 7. They […]