This article deals with brain research. It discusses how a growing understanding of the way the brain functions offers new insights into the minds of students at all stages of development. Brain-based research deals with classroom-relevant concerns, such as sensory perception, attention, memory, and how emotions affect learning. The goals for studying brain research include: (1) reaching as many children as possible; (2) teaching to individual differences; (3) diversifying teaching strategies; and (4) maximizing the brain?s natural learning processes. Here, the authors discuss how brain research relates to learning and teaching.