Tim Huntley 
Why Students Struggle With Impulse Control Kids may struggle with impulse control or self control for two different reasons: a skill deficit or a performance deficit. In the case of a skill deficit, a child honestly does not know the right socially appropriate behavior. Impulsive behaviors like tantrums, hitting, grabbing … Read more
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Durham, North Carolina, October 14, 2019 — Centervention® to Provide Free Access to Social and Emotional Skills Program to 1,000 Colorado Educators and 10,000 Students Colorado’s Achievement Plan for Kids (CAP4K), enacted in 2008, requires school districts to assess and report on kindergarten readiness in six primary … Read more
Let’s Talk: Create a culture of communication to resolve conflict Circle Up: Deal with the issue immediately and where it happens Repair the Harm: Teach students to take direct responsibility for their actions Throw out the Rules: Create clear and consistent expectations Create a Growth Mindset: Put students back in … Read more
Q: My son used to be a fun, lighthearted and very active kid. But lately, he’s been negative about everything. He lashed out at his sister for eating the last cookie. His angry behavior ruined a family night out because we didn’t choose his favorite restaurant. And he’s no longer … Read more
“Imagination is not only the uniquely human capacity to envision that which is not, and therefore the fount of all invention aand innovation. In its arguably most transformative and revelatory capacity, it is the power that enables us to empathise with humans whose experiences we have never shared.” J. K. … Read more
When a holiday is coming up, it can be hard for everyone to remain focussed amid the excitement. We’re here to help! As the calendar turns and anticipation builds, our holiday printables will take your students beyond traditional coloring sheets and word searches, keeping them engaged, learning, and having fun! … Read more
Start a student’s day with these amazing growth mindset quotes. “Whether you think you can or you think you can’t, you’re right.” Henry Ford “Just because you haven’t found your talent yet doesn’t mean you don’t have one.” Kermit the Frog “If parents want to give their children a gift, … Read more
Forget what you’ve learned in the nursery rhyme; words do hurt. It is an unfortunate reality that many students face daily. According to the CDC, Reports of bullying are highest for middle schools (22%) compared to high schools (15%), combined schools (11%), and primary schools (8%). These stats inform us that … Read more
We know from research that elevating a child’s confidence enables them to make significant gains in their social lives and in their academic careers. And parents and teachers can use confidence quotes as a tool to help boost self-esteem. Yes, near the very top of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs is … Read more
Using the “I” statements worksheet, your students will learn to take responsibility for how they feel.