What are affirmations and why are they important for kids?
Affirmations are short, positive statements that can help children challenge negative thoughts and beliefs.
By repeating affirmations regularly, kids can rewire their brains to focus on the good rather than the bad. This can lead to increased self-esteem, improved mood, and a more optimistic outlook on life.
"Whether you think you can or you can't, you're right" - Henry Ford
An Affirmation Board is a wonderful tool for promoting positive and empowering thoughts!
Early Warning Signs of Learning Disabilities
Early warning signs: Kindergarten through fourth grade
- Slow to learn the connection between letters and sounds
- Confuses basic words (run, eat, want)
- Makes consistent reading and spelling errors including letter reversals (b/d), inversions (m/w), transpositions (felt/left), and substitutions (house/home)
- Transposes number sequences and confuses arithmetic signs (+, -, x, /, =)
- Slow recall of facts
- Slow to learn new skills, relies heavily on memorization
- Impulsiveness, lack of planning
- Unstable pencil grip
- Trouble learning about time
- Poor coordination, unaware of physical surroundings, prone to accidents
Transition Plan into the holidays
Make your transition easier by using some of the following ideas to make your transition plan into the holidays.
