Articles
Future-Ready by Design: How MindWorks Resources Supports College & Career Readiness Across Frameworks
MindWorks kits are built to support the goals of college and career readiness (CCR) without tying you to one framework....
Our Kids Are Falling Behind: How Brain Boost Helps Close the Learning Gaps — In and Out of School
Struggling STAAR scores highlight the need for extra support. Brain Boost delivers 30-minute, standards-aligned activities that help K–5 students build...
21st CCLC & Beyond: The Future of Afterschool Funding and How to Stay Ahead
For more than two decades, the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) program has provided essential support for afterschool...
The Cornerstone Advantage for Grant-Funded Programs: Checking All The Boxes
Cornerstone kits deliver 36 lessons across math, science, literacy, SEL, and more—ready to teach, fully supplied, and grant-aligned.
Standards-Aware Alignment in Afterschool: Purposeful Learning That Meets Students Where They Are
At MindWorks Resources, we design curriculum that blends academic alignment with joyful enrichment — helping afterschool programs support real learning...
Why Vocabulary Matters in Afterschool (Even When It Looks Like Play)
In high-quality Afterschool programs, kids naturally use words like force, observe, and design—not from worksheets, but from experiential learning and...
Limitations of AI-Generated Curriculum
AI-generated curriculum lacks the expertise, creativity, and emotional connection necessary for effective afterschool learning, often leading to inconsistent quality and...
Benefits of Investing in Professionally Developed Curriculum and Enrichment
Investing in a pre-designed curriculum saves time, ensures quality, and provides expertly crafted materials, making it a smarter choice for...
Importance of Language & Literacy in Afterschool
Language and literacy education forms the foundation for success in all learning areas, from STEM to social-emotional development. Strong reading...