My Recent Reviews

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  Frances Walker

  September 4, 2026

  Geometry Puzzle Club Ages 11-13: Visual Reasoning and Problem Solving

  We appreciated the mix of coordinate plane riddles and symmetry challenges, and the 45-minute weekly meeting fit our schedule. Occasionally the extension activities felt short, but overall a solid fit for kids who enjoy hands-on geometry.

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  Frances Walker

  August 29, 2026

  AP Language Writing Lab: Timed Essays & Feedback

  I'm very happy with this live workshop for AP Language — focusing on one essay type per session helped my 15-year-old zero in on specific skills, and the timed essays mirrored real exam pressure. The revision coaching made subsequent drafts more purposeful, and the 50-minute weekly sessions kept the pace brisk without being overwhelming.

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  Frances Walker

  August 17, 2026

  Women Who Lead: Global Heads of State and Government

  Really impressed with the international scope of "Women Who Lead" — the leader profiles introduced my teen to heads of state they hadn't heard about before. The pacing and emphasis on modern milestones made complex topics accessible for a 13-year-old new to civics.

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  Frances Walker

  August 16, 2026

  Math Island Adventure: Skill-Building Boot Camp

  Very pleased — clear mini-lessons, fun warm-ups, and partner challenges that actually encouraged problem solving.

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  Frances Walker

  July 16, 2026

  Chess Beginners Level 1: Rules, Tactics & Play

  We were a bit disappointed overall; my 8-year-old found the single 50-minute weekly session a little slow and struggled to stay engaged. It did at least introduce the rules and allow practice with timed games, which was somewhat useful.

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  Frances Walker

  July 12, 2026

  Comprehensive Science: Life, Earth & Physical Science (Full Curriculum)

  Good content overall and the household-material experiments are convenient. However, some topics felt a bit brief during the 45-minute sessions.