Tools & Training

Based on over two decades of research, ThinkWorks provides high-impact training and powerful educational tools to teach thinking skills and content knowledge from the PreK to PhD level. We offer four levels of Ninja certification in the Patterns of Thinking Method: white belt, yellow belt, red belt, and black belt.

Each of our trainings develops skills in the Patterns of Thinking Method, the most advanced method to teach thinking, and a tactile manipulative (called ThinkBlocks and ThinkTiles). The skills learned in our trainings will transform the way you teach and your students learn and have lasting impacts on your classroom, school, or district. From increased teacher effectiveness to deeper understanding of content knowledge and standards of learning and from critical, analytical, and creative thinking skills to prosocial and emotional intelligence, the Patterns of Thinking Method with or without its powerful tactile sidekick, ThinkBlocks, will have a ripple effect on many of the most important educational best practices.

Find out what educators are saying about our Patterns of Thinking Method and ThinkBlocks. Contact Dr. Laura Colosi for more information about how we can develop a training that meets the needs of your district or school.

"We trained our whole school in the Patterns of Thinking and have seen students engaged in learning like never before.''

Chris Dickens, Principal 

2009 School Bell Award Winner