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The Science of Visual & Tactile Scaffolding 

Category Minds uses structured, multi-sensory strategies to reduce cognitive load. By linking abstract executive function skills to physical anchors, we create neural shortcuts for memory, focus, and comprehension.  Our tools are digital-friendly, printable, and Google Classroom-ready.

Category Minds' Infrastructure  

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Our Secret Sauce is a standardized 8-part framework that turns "Digital Fog" into a structured mental map. 

  • The Mnemonic Framework: 8 permanent visual cues that provide a consistent "forever home" for new information.

  • The Color System: Specific anchors mapped to cognitive tasks like Initiation, Memory, and Emotional Regulation.

  • The Tactile Bridge: Physical stickers and worksheets that provide the sensory grounding needed to stay focused on digital platforms.

Why Learners Struggle & How Color Helps

Many learners experience "Digital Fog"—a state of information overload where it becomes difficult to focus, retain, and recall information. Category Minds™ simplifies complex content by using color-coded cues and structured visual anchors. This method creates a "physical map" for the brain, helping learners store and recall information more effectively by reducing total cognitive load. 

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Who Benefits 

Our system is designed to provide Functional Independence across three key environments:

  • Therapy & Clinical Professionals: Bridge the clinic-to-home gap by providing the tactile scaffolding patients need to maintain progress between sessions.

  • EdTech & Digital Learning: Increase Return on Investment (ROI) by adding a physical layer to digital courses, significantly boosting completion and engagement rates.

  • Corporate & Workplace Training: Optimize complex workflows and reduce employee burnout by replacing "app-switching" fatigue with a structured cognitive infrastructure.   

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​Recommended Hardware for our Infrastructure

Making time visually tangible and capturing handwritten notes digitally helps users stay focused, organized, and retain information more effectively. When combined with structured strategies like color-coded cues or mnemonics, these approaches translate cognitive principles into practical, real-world results.

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Evidence & Credibility

  • Expert Quote: “These methods are grounded in evidence-based strategies and reflect best practices in executive function and working memory development. They build confidence through an engaging, accessible, and highly effective learning approach.” — Courtney Felter, M.S., CCC-SLP

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  • Educator Feedback:“I recently applied all eight mnemonic strategies to teach my students about the parts and functions of a tree, and the results were remarkable. These strategies didn’t just improve memory—they made learning meaningful and accessible.” — Bukola Fapohunda, Neurodivergent Learning Specialist 

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  • Additional Endorsements:

“As a special educator, I have been very pleased with the innovative materials Category Minds™ provides.”

— Susan Ballinger, Retired Special Education Expert

 “I recommend Category Minds™ for organizations seeking reliable tools to enhance information retention.”

— Rachel Barre, Talent Acquisition Leader 

  • Download Full Research References PDF.

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Academic Standards Compatibility

Category Minds™ tools are curriculum-aligned and research-informed, supporting:

  • Common Core State Standards (CCSS): Comprehension, vocabulary, and organization

  • CASEL SEL Framework: Motivation, self-awareness, and emotional regulation

  • Universal Design for Learning (UDL): Flexible and inclusive learning

  • Science of Learning Research: Evidence-based cognitive development strategies

 

Transparency & Support

Category Minds™ provides expert-reviewed tools and full implementation support to help educators, therapists, and learners achieve results. Detailed research references and practical guides are available upon request. Contact us at categoryminds@gmail.com.

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