You Definitely Get What You Pay For I was researching test prep programs and came across The Critical Thinking Child. I began researching the program and talking to other moms that were in search of something like this as well. I am SO GRATEFUL for the instructional design and care Ms. Lemi and her staff poured into my daughter who is very soft spoken and suffers with anxiety at a young age. We went weekly and I immediately began seeing a boost in her knowledge base and her confidence. I would highly recommend to any parent that wants their child to get that extra boost. My daughter tested for a selected enrollment test and received amazing scores and a seat at our 1st choice school.

Just a quick note to say thank you for… Just a quick note to say thank you for the great support and ongoing help! I must say that your gifted and classical assessment reports are truly concise and easy to understand. Not only were the results beneficial but they really helped my wife and I think things through so we can focus on the right stuff for our son.

Excellent assessment experience! We had a wonderful experience at our assessment with Lemi! I feel so much clearer on exactly what skills my daughter already has, what she can work on and how we can work together to target those areas. My child really enjoyed the whole thing and told me she is looking forward to more.

Excellent coaching done in an engaging way Our daughter attended the summer boot camp for critical thinking. It was a great experience for our daughter, who looked forward to going to the class each week. For us, the most important factor was for her to enjoy the learning process and that is exactly what Lemi provided her with. Lemi brings in years of research on child development and is able to apply that in the classroom. Lemi has a unique way to engaging the kids along with driving discipline and focus. Furthermore, we received excellent advise from Lemi on multiple topics - ranging from use of technology to encouraging reading. I recommend the boot camp and other programs that Lemi leads to all parents.

Critical Thinking Skills are life skills I put my son here because critical thinking to me is an important life skill. Unfortunately, not all schools focus on critical thinking skills. I also pay attention to my son's brain development. I read neuroscience books in my free time to help understand myself and my children. Decision making involves different areas of the brain. I choose enrichment programs for my son that I feel will develop these parts of the brain that will influence him to make important decisions as an adult. I am happy to be in Chicago because of this organization. I have recommended the online version to my friends in other states. The Critical Thinking Child is truly a Chicago gem so I tell everyone about it.