If your student is a perfectionist and you are concerned about their overall well-being How to Apply It! 1) Perfectionism, particularly among very bright students, can be a real problem as it can cause anxiety and interfere with a student's willingness to ... View More
How to Apply It! 1) When dealing with inappropriate behavior, it is important for to help the child with the behavior without letting the behavior define the child. 1) Try to keep the personal or personality references removed from the conversation and focu... View More
All students, particularly those who are easily discouraged How to Apply It! 1) Seeing mistakes as a natural part of the learning process is crucial to students' growth. 1) Discuss it. Provide students with basic growth mindset background: Our brains gr... View More
All students, particularly those with ADHD, prone to impulsivity, or struggle with behavior How to Apply It! 1) Self-regulation is highly correlated with life success but is a skill that is developed over time and naturally comes easier for some than others ... View More
If your student needs a very clear and consistent routine to focus and/or behave How to Apply It! 1) Give Me Five is a useful prompt to gain children's attention and set very specific expectations for behavior. 1) The idea is to cue students that it is tim... View More
If your student comes to class too anxious or upset to learn and enjoys writing How to Apply It! 1) If students come to class with personal concerns that will interfere with their ability to focus, provide a few minutes to get their feelings out on paper so ... View More
If your students are disengaged or unmotivated about math, particularly if they enjoy writing Teach It! 1)Objective: Math journaling will help students develop mathematical thinking and reflect on their math learning in a way that does not depend on numbers ... View More
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