by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | May 16, 2025 | Character
Just like adults, children have an internal monologue. Is what they’re saying positive and encouraging or negative and pessimistic? Engaging in positive self-talk can make all the difference for kids when it comes to their future happiness and success. In this...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | May 12, 2025 | Content, Core Skills
Fostering independence in kids is important for their future. Sometimes, though, we may miss opportunities. For example, maybe you’re in the habit of packing your child’s backpack at night for school the next day instead of giving them the chance to do it themselves....
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | May 8, 2025 | Creativity, Creativity & Curiosity
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...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Apr 20, 2025 | Critical Thinking
Critical thinking is one of the most important skills kids will learn. It affects many aspects of their lives, from small things like deciding what game to play to bigger ones like solving a conflict with a friend. Teaching our kids how to think critically now has...
