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    <body><![CDATA[We participated in a research study led by this author last year, so I was curious to read this book.  John Medina was an engaging and thought-provoking speaker, and this is an engaging and thought-provoking.  It took a while to read because I had to stop and think after each section.  It was releva...<a href="http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/12793676">more...</a>]]></body>
    
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    <body><![CDATA[A very straightforward read on the latest advance in the understanding of how the brain works. A lot of the chapters draw from some of the accessible trade books on cognitive development. Stories from Deborah Tannen, Oliver Sachs, Howard Gardner, Steven Jay Gould, etc. add stories and examples to Me...<a href="http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/23460038">more...</a>]]></body>
    
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    <body><![CDATA[This is a fabulous book I wish had been written before I started baby-making 30 years ago! It does confirm for me that I did a lot of things right as a parent, but I would have benefited as a mom from knowing things now clearly related by John Medina on when an infant is learning what much more prec...<a href="http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/45328362">more...</a>]]></body>
    
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    <body><![CDATA[I was disappointed by this book. If you want to read it check it out from the library. I sure wouldn't buy it. Or go to their website <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.brainrules.net/">http://www.brainrules.net/</a>]]></body>
    
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    <body><![CDATA[I went to a conference in June and one of the presenters completely revamped his presentation due to this book- he was so taken with what it said. I have read chapter 1- Rule 1- the brain needs exercise- I'm already taken in and trying to decide if I buy this for both my boys for Christmas or just l...<a href="http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/37139653">more...</a>]]></body>
    
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    <![CDATA[Most of us have no idea what's really going on inside our heads. Yet brain scientists have uncovered details every business leader, parent, and teacher should know--such as the brain's need for physical activity to work at its best.  <p>  How do we learn? What exactly do sleep and stress do to our brains? Why is multi-tasking a myth? Why is it so easy to forget--and so important to repeat new information? Is it true that men and women have different brains?  <p>  In <em>Brain Rules</em>, molecular biologist Dr. John Medina shares his lifelong interest in how the brain sciences might influence the way we teach our children and the way we work. In each chapter, he describes a brain rule--what scientists know for sure about how our brains work--and then offers transformative ideas for our daily lives.  <p>  Medina's fascinating stories and sense of humor breathe life into brain science. You'll learn why Michael Jordan was no good at baseball. You'll peer over a surgeon's shoulder as he finds, to his surprise, that we have a Jennifer Aniston neuron. You'll meet a boy who has an amazing memory for music but can't tie his own shoes.  <p>  <strong>You will discover how:</strong><br/>    <p>- Every brain is wired differently<br/>  - Exercise improves cognition<br/>  - We are designed to never stop learning and exploring<br/>  - Memories are volatile<br/>  - Sleep is powerfully linked with the ability to learn<br/>  - Vision trumps all of the other senses<br/>  - Stress changes the way we learn<br/>  <p>  In the end, you'll understand how your brain really works--and how to get the most out of it.  <p>  <strong>About the DVD</strong>  The <em>Brain Rules</em> DVD, included with this book, is a lively tour of the 12 brain rules. You will experience firsthand Medina's rare gift for making science fun, accessible, and relevant. The DVD will take your understanding of the book to the next level.</p></p></p></p></p></p></p>]]>
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    <body><![CDATA[John Medina is an influential character around Seattle.  I have heard him speak on several occasions and he writes just like he talks (fast and with a lot of stories).  I found this book fascinating from an educator’s perspective.  You should read this book to find out why sleep and exercise will ...<a href="http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/26042121">more...</a>]]></body>
    
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    <![CDATA[Most of us have no idea what's really going on inside our heads. Yet brain scientists have uncovered details every business leader, parent, and teacher should know--such as the brain's need for physical activity to work at its best.  <p>  How do we learn? What exactly do sleep and stress do to our brains? Why is multi-tasking a myth? Why is it so easy to forget--and so important to repeat new information? Is it true that men and women have different brains?  <p>  In <em>Brain Rules</em>, molecular biologist Dr. John Medina shares his lifelong interest in how the brain sciences might influence the way we teach our children and the way we work. In each chapter, he describes a brain rule--what scientists know for sure about how our brains work--and then offers transformative ideas for our daily lives.  <p>  Medina's fascinating stories and sense of humor breathe life into brain science. You'll learn why Michael Jordan was no good at baseball. You'll peer over a surgeon's shoulder as he finds, to his surprise, that we have a Jennifer Aniston neuron. You'll meet a boy who has an amazing memory for music but can't tie his own shoes.  <p>  <strong>You will discover how:</strong><br/>    <p>- Every brain is wired differently<br/>  - Exercise improves cognition<br/>  - We are designed to never stop learning and exploring<br/>  - Memories are volatile<br/>  - Sleep is powerfully linked with the ability to learn<br/>  - Vision trumps all of the other senses<br/>  - Stress changes the way we learn<br/>  <p>  In the end, you'll understand how your brain really works--and how to get the most out of it.  <p>  <strong>About the DVD</strong>  The <em>Brain Rules</em> DVD, included with this book, is a lively tour of the 12 brain rules. You will experience firsthand Medina's rare gift for making science fun, accessible, and relevant. The DVD will take your understanding of the book to the next level.</p></p></p></p></p></p></p>]]>
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    <body><![CDATA[I bought this book as a recommended read on twitter. It contains 12 principles for surviving and thriving at work, home, and school. So far I've learned that it is not possible to multi-task. With this information, I am sure my frequent lapses of memory (repeatedly...the other day I walked to the fr...<a href="http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/40961327">more...</a>]]></body>
    
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