Working on a team isn't always easy, but it is crucial if children want to be successful in school, sports, or later when they enter the workforce. It is therefore very important to teach children how to work cooperatively with others. Young children are just beginning to learn ... Read More about Week 30 Lesson – Teamwork
Weekly Lessons
Week 29 Lesson – Think The Best Of Others
Young children are just learning to be socially aware of their peers. When other children say and do things that your child does not like or understand, it is easy to cast judgment on that behavior. Instead of thinking that the other child is being “mean” or “bad, “ we can guide them to look beyond ... Read More about Week 29 Lesson – Think The Best Of Others
Week 28 Lesson – Pay Attention To:
When a child is having a hard time completing a task, it helps to give them some tools to pinpoint what is getting in the way. A variety of internal and external factors can contribute to their struggles such as: Once we can recognize what is getting in the way, then we can come up with ... Read More about Week 28 Lesson – Pay Attention To:
Week 27 Lesson – Believe in Yourself
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
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