22 Feb Fidget Games
Brooklyn Letters
1139 Prospect Avenue, Brooklyn
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We would highly recommend Ally! Our son always asks about her, so very thankful to Brooklyn Letters for introducing us.
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Nicole has been an amazing therapist!! She played a tremendous role in our daughter’s speech progress and overall development. She has come such a long way and we are so happy with the therapy she received!
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I cannot express how grateful and rewarding my experience with Brooklyn Letters has been. Her tutor Ms. Daria is so knowledgeable, amazing, kind and awesome. My daughter has made so much progress in Literacy and Math and it's all … More thanks to Ms. Daria. I know my daughter is sad that she can no longer work with Ms. Daria, as she looked forward to their sessions every week. Thank you again!
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Excellent services, caring therapists.
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Christina was absolutely wonderful. She went out of her way to win my son over and it worked. He looked forward to her visits and his speech improved so much under her care. She was super flexible and it’s clear she truly cares. We adore … More Christina and we’re going to miss her. Almost sad he improved so much! She’s simply amazing and we can’t say enough how great she is. I would recommend her services to anyone and everyone, without hesitation. Thank you so much for connecting us with her!
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We could not be happier with the services Valerie provided! She is very thoughtful and knowledgeable and provided significant guidance to support our daughter's speech development outside of our scheduled sessions. She established … More a great working relationship with her, and she will definitely be missed! Your business model is amazing and it was an absolute pleasure working with Valerie. I've referred your organization and Valerie to the Executive Director of our daughter's school and friends/colleagues who are in need of speech therapy services.
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We cannot say enough good things about Effie, the ASL teacher, who was so engaged and effective with our 2 year old daughter from the very first session! Effie gladly included our whole family in the sessions! Her expertise and fantastic … More personality gave our daughter a way to communicate that she was so desperately seeking. The coordinators at Brooklyn Letters were so helpful and communicative…I would highly recommend their services!
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The company is great with outstanding customer service. They keep my horses protected. I have recommended them to other horses trainers as well that are going to get service early next year. Very professional an honest too. Respectfully … More submitted Christopher
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Ron and Ken did a fantastic job with our security system today. Installed everything very quick. Both of them were very polite and asked us throughout if the installation met our needs. Simply fantastic!
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I called Cornerstone Protection to get a Security system at a relatives out of state property, within a week it was installed! The installers worked with the client to help understand her new system and she was happy! Our relative said … More they were courteous, professional and patient! I highly recommend Cornerstone Protection for all of your security needs!
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Had blink cameras; Car was broken into multiple times so I called CornerStone & they were able to install multiple cameras very quickly & for a reasonable price. I am so happy with the app & getting alerts that are not superfluous, … More like they were with Blink. Highly recommend CornerStone & the tech Ronnie.
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Ron and Ken are great guys to work with.
Both were very knowledgeable and got our system back up and running.
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Samantha Dalmas was fantastic! We saw her for a feeding therapy evaluation and while she doesn’t think my daughter needs more feeding therapy sessions at this time, but she gave me lots of tips to try. If my daughter's doctors want … More to see more progress at her next appointment, I wouldn’t hesitate to reach out to Samantha again.
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Amazing assistance provided by Shannon today on my security system. I’m so grateful for your prompt, efficient, professional, and courteous service. Put me down as a customer for life!
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One of the most painless experiences I've had. They came on time and was over the moon professional with still keeping a level of personability to it. The gentleman also went out of his way to say that my husband and Mines business … More was appreciated. Which is actually rare to be appreciated by such a great company. So thank you and we look forward to continuing services with this company.
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I am so happy we decided to go with cornerstone. They were quick and efficient. Shannon and the installer we very friendly. We got a lot of equipment and it was still within our budget. 10/10 would definitely recommend! Thank you
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Love the customer service and Shanon and his team go above and beyond for my restaurant. Couldn't of asked for a better security system and level of service that his team provides.
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I have been using Cornerstone Protection service for over 5 years and I'm really happy with the service and state-of-the-art equipments and it's futures are so much in advance and friendly, I highly recommend Cornerstone Protection … More Service any and all business that need a security protection days and nights specially after business hours(Cornerstone Protection is perfect solution for your business). Owner of Cornerstone Protection is proactive with their customers and their equipments. Good experienced with Cornerstone Protection!!!
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We had a very positive experience with Alissa as a tutor for our pod of 5th grade boys from January - June 2020. She cared a lot about the boys and worked hard to create meaningful activities for them. The pod experience was invaluable … More for all of our families during a difficult year and we were so grateful to have found this partnership! We also want to appreciate Craig for helping to match us with a tutor on very short notice after we had cycled through a few folks who were not able to see the commitment through. Thanks for sticking with us!
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Dusty was the exact person we needed to help our child finish out the school year. So grateful to him for the way he steadily encouraged her and helped her stay on track and organized. He is flexible, responsive to our needs/schedule as … More a family, and a delight to be with. We are also thankful that Craig at Themba Tutors really "gets it" and partnered us with such a wonderful tutor who was a great fit for our girl.
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My child worked with Gillian D virtually for math enrichment. She is an excellent teacher. She took time to understand my child's specific learning style and provided tools that would be engaging. She was kind and empathetic- really … More made it her goal to connect with my child and build trust and rapport. My child started the school year with confidence and without the typically "brain-drain" that occurs over the summer, thanks to Gillian.
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I am going into my second year as a Themba tutor. I have met so many great individuals while working for this company. Craig and the rest of the Themba team do such an excellent job picking and choosing Themba tutors that suit each client's … More individual needs! I look forward to meeting new tutors and clients in the 2021-2022 school year!
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Our son started in a new high school, 100% remote, and was really struggling with Latin and Physics. I found Themba Tudors online and had an initial call with Craig, who was very knowledgeable, responsive, and found 2 amazing tutors for … More us. Both the Latin and the physics tutors were fantastic, connected with my son really well and helped him go from 'failing' grade to 'honors'! I will for sure continue using (and recommending!) Themba Tutors. Thank you, C, K, and W!
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Brian is a fantastic executive functioning coach. Super helpful, flexible with hours, and tailored the experience to our needs.
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Giulia Mercuri is a great Italian tutor! She was very responsive and accessible. Giulia put a ton of effort into preparing for each session and really helped our son with test preparation and projects. We are grateful that she was able … More to help, especially since our son did not receive any live teaching during COVID. We are happy that she was referred to us!
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As an adult student diagnosed with a learning disability during grad school, I knew I needed help dealing with my Master's program's demanding workload. I was seriously considering dropping out when I was referred to Themba Tutors. … More I was paired up with a wonderful tutor, Julie, who was a total lifesaver. I learned many techniques that I can utilize in the future as I embark on the next phase of my career.
I can wholeheartedly say after working with Themba for two years that I would not have finished my program without this organization. And I am so thankful I selected them. -
We were introduced to a wonderful tutor: Mcedwyn. He and our son, a freshman in college, worked well together. As a result, our son’s grades significantly improved. The tutor taught our son subject content and various methods to effectively … More study for quizzes and exams. Our son was also taught time management and organization. My son’s experience with the tutor made the first year of college a less intimidating experience.
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We have been with our tutor, Cailin Schiller, for two years, from 5th - 7th grade. She started as an executive functioning tutor with my daughter. From the start, she demonstrated a depth of expertise and a selective use of techniques skillfully … More adapted to my daughter’s ADHD and Math disability. Cailin made Math accessible and understandable to her in a way that even her teachers had not been able to do. She differentiated reading, writing and math tasks and assignments to tailor them to my daughter’s unique learning differences. Not only did it have an effect on her grades and her work efficiency, but she finally could do her work with less anxiety. Even my daughter’s teachers used Cailin’s guidance to modify their work with her. But most importantly, she became my daughter’s favorite resource. I can’t say how invaluable Cailin has been to my daughter’s progress and well-being. I’d recommend her a million times over. She is a gem.
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Victoria is a superb tutor. She helped my high school age daughter with her writing. Victoria's skills as a tutor, as well as her sense of humor and her engaging personality went a long way with my daughter.
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Themba Tutors provided a leaning specialist that was a perfect fit for my daughter. I told them what we were looking for and they delivered. Our tutor is responsive and flexible and makes it easy for my daughter to reach out to her own … More her own, which gives her an added sense of responsibility over her learning. As a therapist myself, I now regularly recommend Themba to my patients. A much needed and well provided service to the community!!
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The tutors at Themba are fantastic! Caitlyn McNeill helped our son academically, but also with getting organized in every subject, which he so desperately needed. She offered great advice and useful strategies that helped our son become … More a more successful student. We are using Themba tutors again this year for our daughter. We're so happy to have been referred to them!
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I'm so glad we were referred to Themba Tutors. After a great initial conversation to learn our needs, we were connected with an excellent tutor, Felicia, who is helping our high school daughter learn better organizational and executive … More skills. Highly recommended.
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We had a wonderful experience with our tutor Micaela. She helped our son not only academically but at every level. We will be forever grateful to have her in our lives.
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The tutors at Themba are fantastic! Caitlyn McNeill helped our son academically, but also with getting organized in every subject, which he so desperately needed. She offered great advice and useful strategies that helped our son become … More a more successful student. We are using Themba tutors again this year for our daughter. We're so happy to have been referred to them!
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Paul Smith at Themba has been an exceptional tutor for my son, both in terms of teaching the subject matter and teaching how best to approach the process of learning math and executing assignments. We feel very fortunate to be working with … More Paul.
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We were very lucky to have found Edwouine Swift, my son's therapist through Themba Tutors. Thomas is 12 years old, and it is extremely difficult to get him to write. Edwouine just works her magic with him, he adores her and is so … More eager to follow her guidance. I have no doubt she will be a positive driving force in his academic future.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE FIDGET GAME CRAZE
You’ve probably seen them everywhere – those little fidget toys that seem to be taking over the world lately. Maybe your kids have them, or your co-workers can’t stop clicking and spinning them during meetings. Well, get ready to become a fidget pro after reading this! We’ll give you the full low-down on how these addicting little gadgets started and became a pop culture phenomenon almost overnight. From the science behind why we can’t put them down to the crazy variety of fidgets available today, we’ll cover everything you need to know to become a fidget master. So, let’s get clicking, spinning, and learning about the big fidget craze!
What Is the Fidget Game Craze?
So, what exactly are fidget games? They’re toys, gadgets, and gizmos designed to occupy idle hands and minds through kinetic motion and stimulation. The options seem endless, from fidget spinners and cubes to tangles, infinity loops, and Newton’s cradles.
Popularity and Purpose
Over the past few years, fidget games have become hugely popular, especially among kids and teens. They’re touted as a way to improve focus and relieve stress or anxiety. The repetitive, mindless movements can be calming and help some people concentrate better.
Options Galore
The variety of fidget games available today is astounding. You’ve got high-tech LED spinners, slimes, and simple wood or metal puzzles to manipulate with your hands. Some make noise, light up, or have different textures to keep things interesting.
With so many choices, you can find a fidget game that suits your needs or curiosity. Just keep in mind that while fidget games may have benefits for concentration and stress relief, they also have the potential to become a distraction for some. Like many things, moderation is key.
The fidget game craze shows no signs of slowing down. New and innovative designs emerge, giving fans endless kinetic gadgets and gizmos to satisfy their idle hands and curious minds.
The Most Popular Fidget Games and Toys
Spinning toys
Fidget spinners took the world by storm a few years ago and are still popular today. These simple spinning toys come in various styles, from basic three-pronged spinners to more complex ones with patterns and graphics. They provide sensory stimulation through spinning and tactile feedback.
Cube puzzles
Rubik’s Cubes and other twisting puzzles are addictive fidget toys for kids and adults. Solving the puzzle provides mental stimulation and a sense of accomplishment. Even if you can’t solve it, twisting and turning the sides is a satisfying fidgeting activity.
Kinetic sand
Kinetic sand is moldable sand that provides a uniquely tactile experience. It flows through your fingers yet maintains its shape. Kinetic sand comes in various colors and can be molded into shapes and designs. It’s a very calming and creative fidget toy for people of all ages.
Fidget cubes
Fidget cubes are pocket-sized with different sensory inputs on each side, such as switches, dials, rolling balls, and textured surfaces. Flipping, pressing, and moving the different sides helps keep fingers busy and relieves stress through tactile stimulation. Fidget cubes come in a variety of styles to suit different preferences.
Squishy toys
Squishy toys, like stress balls, provide tactile stimulation through squeezing and squishing. They come in various shapes, sizes, textures, and resistance levels. Squeezing and manipulating squishy toys helps release tension and provides a satisfying fidgeting experience for kids and adults.
With so many options, there’s a perfect fidget toy for every need and preference. Try out different ones to find what works for you. Fidgeting doesn’t need to be distracting or annoying – it can be a fun and productive way to keep your hands busy while your mind stays focused.
Fidget Game Benefits and Concerns
Fidget games are a new frontier, so these devices have upsides and downsides. On the positive side, fidget games can benefit many players mentally and physically. The repetitive motions and mindless gameplay can be soothing and help reduce stress and anxiety. For those with attention issues or high energy, fidget games give hands and minds something to do, which can increase focus. Some research also shows fidget devices may even enhance cognition and memory.
However, some concerns have also been raised about these toys. There is a risk of distraction or obsession with the devices that could negatively impact productivity or relationships. Some fear fidget games may be too stimulating for children or lead to behavioral issues in the classroom. There are also worries about the long-term impact of constant fidgeting and mindless playing. These concerns have led some schools to ban fidget spinners and toys.
For most players, fidget games appear to be a harmless source of entertainment and stimulation in moderation. As with many things, balance and moderation are key. Fidget within reason and be aware of any negative impacts on your daily life or relationships. If used properly and in moderation, fidget games can provide benefits. But be cautious of overuse, and if fidgeting starts to feel compulsory or gets in the way of important activities, it may be time to put the toy down.
In summary, fidget wisely and be aware of both the upsides and downsides of these amusing little gadgets. Used constructively, fidget games can be beneficial. But watch out for the potential costs to productivity, relationships, and well-being from overuse or obsession. Moderation and self-awareness are key.
Conclusion
So there you have it – the full low-down on fidget games and why they’ve become such a phenomenon. Sure, some adults still shake their heads and complain about these silly toys. But for millions of kids (and more than a few nostalgic grownups), fidget games are a fun, harmless way to keep busy hands occupied and restless minds engaged. And who knows, maybe these spinning, clicking gadgets will one day be seen as fondly as old-school classics like the Rubik’s Cube or Slinky. In the meantime, feel free to indulge in some fidgeting if it helps you focus. Just try not to drive everyone around you too crazy with the constant whirring and clicking!
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