We want our kids to be self-confident and trusting in their own capabilities. When children are working to attain a new skill, it helps to focus on their effort instead of mastery. This helps them to understand that making mistakes is a part of that learning process. There are strategies we can use ... Read More about Week 27 Lesson – Believe in Yourself
Weekly Lessons
Week 26 Lesson – Ask Good Questions
When faced with a big choice, it can be difficult for adults to sort through the pros and cons in order to make a wise decision. Imagine how challenging that can be for a child, who is just developing their reasoning skills. It can help to give children some tools to aid them in their ... Read More about Week 26 Lesson – Ask Good Questions
Week 25 Lesson – Same and Different
Part of building strong relationships involves recognizing, respecting, and celebrating similarities and differences. It is important for young children to learn that friends can be different from them in some ways, yet they can still have many things in common. Having a rich, diverse group of ... Read More about Week 25 Lesson – Same and Different
Week 24 Lesson – My Family Does It This Way
When children come to school, they start to become socially aware of their peers, discovering similarities and differences. Each child comes from a unique family, whose routines and traditions fit their own needs, experiences, and preferences. The classroom environment provides a wonderful ... Read More about Week 24 Lesson – My Family Does It This Way
Week 23 Lesson – Accepting Feedback
Receiving constructive feedback is a way for us to learn from our mistakes, determine ways to better ourselves, and grow. When we accept information about our behavior, actions, or performance through a confident and optimistic lens, it can be an opportunity for us to improve. If children can ... Read More about Week 23 Lesson – Accepting Feedback