TJ & Pals Educational Philosophy

"The period from birth to six years is the most important period for the development of the human being: proportionately that period is the richest in terms of learning outcomes as well as physical and mental development. At six, the young child has developed the main physical and mental capacities on which he will then base his further development."

United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)

Early learning is the foundation stone of all education. Young children enjoy learning and have fun as they explore and discover the world around them.

Learn as you play is the core educational philosophy of TJ & Pals. This approach is designed around a research based, integrated curriculum which includes literacy, math, social skills and emotional development. It is a holistic, fun based approach specifically designed to develop STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) skills in children ages 3 to 6. At this age, STEM means teaching critical thinking, logic and problem solving, and encouraging self-directed learning. By focusing on these skills we will be strengthening the ability of children to progress across the entire curriculum.

TJ & Pals games and apps are being developed to meet the growing need for STEM education across the US and follows Federal guidelines in this area.

Using the fun of game play, TJ & Pals bridges the gap between the excitement of exploration, stimulation and achievement and the fundamentals of curriculum based learning. All our interactive games are grounded in a unique combination of pedagogical theory and a firm understanding of game design. They are created by a team of game based learning experts and experienced classroom teachers.

Additionally, the adaptive nature of game play leads to individualized instruction, which allows children to progress at their own rate. This empowers the learning experience of all children, from gifted children to those with special needs.

By learning as they play with TJ & Pals, children ages 3 to 6 develop the effective cognitive skills that are the foundation of education and are better prepared for moving on to elementary school.