by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Jun 30, 2025 | How It Begins
As parents, we want what’s best for our kids’ learning and development. But children are still struggling with learning loss and plunging test scores in the aftermath of the pandemic. And the world is changing so fast, it’s hard to know what skills kids will need...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Jun 16, 2025 | Things to Do
Group games give kids the opportunity to practice important social skills, like communication and cooperation. These types of games are part of communication and collaboration, two of the 6Cs at the heart of the Begin Approach to helping kids thrive. We’ve curated 16...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | May 28, 2025 | Character
You know what they say: If at first you don’t succeed, then try, try again. Perseverance is an important lifelong skill, and teaching it to kids will help them confidently approach challenges with a growth mindset. In this article, we’ll explore what perseverance...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | May 8, 2025 | Creativity
Whether it looks like handling an unexpected change (e.g., a trip to the playground being canceled because of rainy weather) or solving a problem (e.g., there aren’t enough cookies to go around), flexible thinking is important. And not just for kids! Handling...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Apr 25, 2025 | Things to Do
Cooperative games are a natural (and fun!) way for kids to develop collaboration skills, one of the 6Cs at the heart of the Begin Approach to helping kids succeed in school and life. Kids who can collaborate do better in school, form healthier relationships, and build...
