You Definitely Get What You Pay For I was researching test prep programs and came across The Critical Thinking Child. I began researching the program and talking to other moms that were in search of something like this as well. I am SO GRATEFUL for the instructional design and care Ms. Lemi and her staff poured into my daughter who is very soft spoken and suffers with anxiety at a young age. We went weekly and I immediately began seeing a boost in her knowledge base and her confidence. I would highly recommend to any parent that wants their child to get that extra boost. My daughter tested for a selected enrollment test and received amazing scores and a seat at our 1st choice school.

My son is now six but he attended… My son is now six but he attended Lemi's workshop in pre-K and he was reading before his 4th birthday. He continues to perform above grade level, his reading skills are phenomenal and his vocabulary extensive. We no longer live in IL otherwise I would do the summer session again. This program is worth it.

The Critical Thinking Child is Incredible! Lemi and everyone at Critical Thinking Child have been great! Not only did our child end up getting into the school we were hoping for, she now has some incredible critical thinking skills she can use throughout her academic career and life in general. We're very grateful for all of the help, insight, guidance, and care we received from this phenomenal team.

Great program!! My child took both Selective Prep and Critical Thinking Child. He felt strongly that the Critical Thinking Child program was key to his success especially in paper folding and everything else that was non verbal. He was accepted to Lane Tech's AC program for 7th grade and his gifted score improved from 124 to 141 (5th grade vs 6th grade). We are tier 4. Thank you Lemi!!

Critical Thinking Skills are life skills I put my son here because critical thinking to me is an important life skill. Unfortunately, not all schools focus on critical thinking skills. I also pay attention to my son's brain development. I read neuroscience books in my free time to help understand myself and my children. Decision making involves different areas of the brain. I choose enrichment programs for my son that I feel will develop these parts of the brain that will influence him to make important decisions as an adult. I am happy to be in Chicago because of this organization. I have recommended the online version to my friends in other states. The Critical Thinking Child is truly a Chicago gem so I tell everyone about it.