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How do we, as parents or educators, teach children gratitude, such an abstract skill? Here are 20 Ideas to Cultivate an Attitude of Gratitude in Children.

Studies show that children and teens are more stressed out today than ever before. Since stress is a natural part of life, your goal is to teach your child healthy strategies for coping with stress. You can start by following the five steps below.

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The 4 Proven Steps to Goal-Setting for Kids. This article incluldes two free printables for kids: "My Goal Think-Sheet" and "My Goals"

“Can’t Control? Let it Go” poster is a helpful reminder for kids — especially those who struggle with perfectionist tendencies — that there are some things in life we simply don’t have control over, no matter how hard we try. In each balloon on the poster, your child will place the things they can control on the balloons the character is holding. They’ll place the things they can’t control on the balloons in the air, imagining that they’re letting those things go.

We ALL have beliefs about ourselves and the world around us. How we understand and react to that world depends on our mindset. Discovered by psychologist Dr. Carol Dweck, mindset refers to the way we look at our abilities and intelligence as qualities we can change and grow. Check out the

Creating a Big Life Board helps children learn how to set goals, visualize their dreams, and stay focused on reaching their goals. This self-esteem boosting activity is great to do at home or in a classroom. Be sure to showcase their boards to make them feel proud!

Most children are afraid to fail and, as parents and teachers, we naturally want our children to succeed. But what if we recognized failure is good and a crucial step on the path to learning? Here are 7 ways to teach children about the gift of failure, and how to do it skillfully.