GOTTA CATCH ‘EM ALL… Pokémon that is! In honor of National Pokémon Day Sunday, Feb. 27, Brainly has shared some ideas to incorporate Pokémon with education.

But just how is Pokémon educational, one may ask. As the character Lillie said in the Pokémon movie, “Children are not just things that belong to their parents,” they have their own likes and dislikes. And while some may think that playing Pokémon is merely a fun way to pass the time, Brainly, the world’s largest online learning platform and homework help community, has showcased just how kids’ love of all things Charizard may be educational.

If your children collect Pokémon cards, encourage them to learn the game. It will teach them critical thinking skills and how to deal with complex situations. Pokémon also encourages children to use their imaginations and think outside of the box. The ability to imagine is the key to success in countless professions; including business, science, technology, education and writing. It also serves as a great way for adults to test their memory. Consider adding Pokémon to your family game nights!

Playing Pokémon requires the use of math skills. Your child will practice their addition, subtraction and multiplication all while playing a game they enjoy.

Did you know many of the Pokémon names are rooted in Greek, Latin, Japanese and other languages? Pikachu’s catch phrase “pikapika” is Japanese for “sparkle” and chu is Japanese for “squeak.”

Whether your children are learning about science or math, teachers and educators can use Pokémon as part of their lesson plans to engage students. Check out examples on Brainly’s website at www.brainly.com.