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How hard are the Escape Rooms and Treasure Hunts?

Hard! But they need to be, since all you’ll need to do is click on a map to win some cash. And think of all the online resources you have access to! Click here to see how Grayson and Jack Engler solved the mystery in Summer 2014 and here to see how Ashton Detwiler and […]

What if I lose the decoder ring or one of the Adventure Tools?

Then find it! This is a treasure hunt, after all. We also provide a virtual version of each Adventure Tool, since not all participants elect to receive them (see the Hints on the relevant Bonus Challenge pages), or you can order replacements from the Brain Chase Shop.

What if my student is traveling or has camp during the program?

We’re proud to offer a program that was built with travel and adventure in mind! Whether your student is traveling, attending sleepaway camp, or simply falls behind, Brain Chase will be here when s/he’s ready to move forward. The dashboards will stay live for at least two weeks after the final week of the treasure […]

Where do parents receive their student’s weekly progress updates?

All of your student’s learning activity will be available 24/7 on your Parent Dashboard. We’ll send weekly reminders to check in and review your student’s progress. Please discuss this information regularly with your child and provide her with encouragement along the journey. For Groups and Schools, the Brain Chase Guide will have access to a […]

How is the curriculum customized for my student?

Brain Chase loves online learning because web-based platforms can personalize content to meet the individual needs of each student. Students can choose the correct level of content to study, then proceed at their own pace through the curriculum. They’re also able to select when and where they study, and in what order they complete the […]

Do we have to use the online reading software?

Part of our mission is to promote new online learning technologies. One reason we selected Google Books as a partner is because they accurately track active reading time. Would you prefer to hold a real book? Not a problem! Just have your parents track your active reading time and update your minutes via the Parent […]

Will Brain Chase work on a phone or tablet?

Brain Chase is an online challenge, so you’ll need a high-speed internet connection. It will work on the latest versions of Firefox, Google Chrome, and Safari web browsers. You will be able to complete many of the academic challenges on tablets (i.e., math and reading), but since others will be more difficult (i.e., writing), we […]

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