Some goals in the game take more than one try. Some offer a bigger prize for more work. Some are timed. Each is a chance to see how your child approaches effort, in a setting with no grades and no adult watching.
The four effort markers
| Marker | Name | What the game watches | In everyday life, it might look like |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1 | Persistence | Whether they try again after a miss, and how many times | Sticking with a puzzle or a new skill |
| E2 | Recovery | How quickly they get going again after a setback | Bouncing back after losing a game |
| E3 | Effort for reward | Whether they choose harder tasks for bigger prizes | Working towards something they want |
| E4 | Pace | Their speed when the clock is on | Getting ready on time in the morning |
Where you might notice effort at home
- How they respond when homework gets hard.
- Whether they practise a skill they care about, such as a sport or instrument.
- How long it takes them to move on after a disappointment.
What this does not tell you
- It describes what your child did in the game, on that day. Sleep, mood and the device all affect one session.
- It is not a measure of intelligence, character or effort in school.
- It does not diagnose anything. If something worries you, talk to your pediatrician.
- These measures are still being validated against established clinical tools. See the research.
Common questions
- How can I help my child become more persistent?
- Praise the trying, not only the result, break big tasks into smaller steps, and let them see you keep going when something is hard. Persistence often depends on the task: most children persist longer at things they care about.
- Does a low persistence marker mean my child is lazy?
- No. The marker describes what happened in one game on one day. Tiredness, the type of challenge and many other things affect it. It is not a judgement of your child.
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Not a diagnosis. This guide is general information, not medical advice. If you are worried about your child, talk to your pediatrician. Written by the Mores Health team from the sources below; it has not yet been reviewed by a clinician.