How to raise a kid who won鈥檛 quit
Persistence is a hot topic among education researchers these days and for good reason: It鈥檚 critical for success in school and beyond. Here are 8 tips for nurturing this quality in your child.
Christine Carter on giving honest reassurance
Raising Happiness author Christine Carter explains how to respond to questions like, "Am I smart?" in a way that's both honest and constructive.
Carol Dweck on 3 things for true success
Telling children they're smart makes them believe "smart"聽is either something they have or don't have and so squelches motivation, says Stanford University psychologist and Mindset author Carol Dweck. Instead, explain to kids that if they're doing these three things, they are on the right track.
Busted! Does punishment teach kids to lie?
Research suggests a surprising relationship between kids' lying and punishment: a punitive disciplinary style may teach kids to be less honest.
Sharing hard truths in your family history
When your family history includes tragedy or difficult, even unspeakable hardship, sharing those moments with your child can connect them to their own resilience.
Helping your child beat decision fatigue
Our ability to make intelligent decisions declines after making lots of them. Help your child preserve their decision-making energy for the choices that count.
The power of play
As children slog though grueling schedules of enrichment and academics, researchers have found a connection between brain development and the very thing kids are getting less of.
My child won't talk at school
Our son is talkative and boisterous at home, but at school he won't talk at all 鈥斅爃e'll only whisper to his teacher.
Board games: More than fun and games
Turn off the TV and get cozy with some old-fashioned board games. Your kids will have a ball and develop valuable learning skills while they play.
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