Inside: Words of encouragement for kids to help them develop a growth mindset. Many of us who have or work with children are committed to equipping them with the tools needed for success. Having a growth mindset is one of the main tools we want to pass on to kids. A growth mindset is the…
Inside: Why we need to stop praising kids and encourage a growth mindset instead. You’re so smart! Great job! You’re amazing! Many of us are guilty of lavishing these praises on children at one point or another. The self-esteem movement of the 80’s and 90’s encouraged praising kids. It was widely believed that doing so…
Inside: Strategies to encourage a growth mindset in children so that they can take on challenges with confidence. “If parents want to give their children a gift, the best thing they can do is to teach their children to love challenges, be intrigued by mistakes, enjoy effort, and keep on learning.”-Carol Dweck As parents, we…