If you want your student to take a more active role and responsibility in their school work Teach It! 1)Objective: Students will take responsibility for their work when they have the opportunity to speak first and set the agenda when conferring with teachers... View More
All students, particularly those who lack self-confidence, have a fixed mindset, or belong to a group that has historically been under-represented Teach It! 1) Objective: Reduce the potential long-term underperformance of non-majority students who often un... View More
All students, particularly those who are reluctant How to Apply It! 1) Coaching students how to present themselves effectively will have enormous long-term benefits. 1) All teachers and parents can provide constructive coaching. The goal is to provide fe... View More
If your student has difficulty with prioritization, task management or gets easily overwhelmed Teach It! 1) Objective: Teach students to break task lists into "must do" and "can do" categories, so they know they can accomplish the most important items. 2) ... View More
If your student is passionate or very thoughtful and you can be flexible in the situation How to Apply It! 1) Teaching students how and when to negotiate for something they want is an important life skill that can be practiced and strengthened through adult ... View More
If your student lacks confidence, is anxious or has a fixed mindset How to Apply It! 1) Positive self-talk is a powerful tool that is an essential first step to changing a student's frame of mind when they are nervous or feeling down. 1) Teach students to c... View More
If your student responds impulsively or gets upset if he gets upset if he gets stuck on a problem How to Apply It! 1) Pause, Prompt & Praise is an easy-to-remember strategy to help students step back, regroup and solve the problem with guided support. 1) ... View More
If your child gets very upset when things go wrong How to Apply It! 1) Seeing the positive aspects of an otherwise difficult situation is a learned skill and an important one in helping children develop a positive mindset. 1) Always begin by acknowledging ... View More