Growth Mindset
I believe that all children can learn and succeed with effort, persistence, and motivation. I believe in growth mindset! This year, we will talk a lot about having a growth mindset in our classroom. If you're not familiar with the concept of growth mindset, I encourage you to spend some time using these resources to familiarize yourself with it. When teachers and parents use some of the same language at school and at home, it will be much easier for your child to develop a growth mindset!
What is Growth Mindset? It's All About...
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from Mindsets in the Classroom by Mary Cay Ricci
So, how can parents promote growth mindset in their children? You can...
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Check out these resources to learn more!
One Little Change in How You Talk to Your Kids... Mindset Kit - Learn more about what a growth mindset is, why it's important, and best practices to support your children How Not to Talk to Your Kids - Article from the New York Magazine Mindset - the book by Stanford professor and growth mindset researcher Dr. Carol Dweck |
Using Growth Mindset Praise