Problem-solving is a critical skill that helps children navigate the challenges they face throughout their lives. As early childhood educators, we can encourage and promote problem-solving skills in young children from the earliest stages of development. Here are some strategies…
PBL projects can be a fun and engaging way to introduce young children to STEM concepts, and promote social-emotional development. This can help children to develop a love for science and math early on and build important skills that will serve them well in the future.
Reggio Emilia is an innovative model of education that emphasizes real-life experiences, project-based learning, and a child-centered approach.
Discipline is helping a child solve a problem.
Punishment is making a child suffer for having a problem.
To raise problem solvers, focus on solutions, not retribution. Focusing on solutions instead of retribution is key to raising children who are equipped to tackle the challenges of life.
Brain development in early years is a critical period in the life of a child, as it lays the foundation for future cognitive, emotional and social development. Research has shown that the experiences children have during this time have a profound impact on the development of their brains.
Self-care is essential for maintaining physical, mental, and emotional well-being, and early childhood educators should make sure to carve out time for activities that help them relax and recharge.
Child-led activities are child initiative activities. It is an activity or play that is emerging from a child and the adult is following the child’s lead.
Child-led doesn’t mean let them do whatever they want.
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We all want our children to develop to their full potential and be happy, responsible, and successful when they grow up. But that will not happen if we don’t set boundaries. Here are 7 strategies for setting boundaries.
Good learning environments are proven to help children establish executive function skills which will serve them throughout their lives.