Mindset and Gifted
"Failure is simply the opportunity to begin again more intelligently."
Henry Ford (1863-1947)
When we think about our high achieving youth, we often identify academic strengths and areas of achievement related to school performance. It’s important to also consider how the child handles a challenge, what strategies they use when it gets hard, and how they view themselves. Growth mindset says that intelligence is not a fixed measure, but instead something we can control. We can develop our abilities through dedication and hard work, in fact, mistakes actually grow our brain.
Consider reading further on this topic by digging into the following resources to support and develop your child's growth Mindset, grit, and resilience.
In the article, Praise and Feedback- What should we really say to our children/students? Dweck suggest that when it comes to feedback and praise that we take the opportunity to get more involved with what the child it doing, “Appreciate it. Ask questions. If we see that a child is using interesting strategies we can ask about them. Talk to them about their thought processes, how they can learn from mistakes.” Encourage your child to actively seek both positive and negative feedback in order to grow and improve.”
Happy Reading!
The Lake Bluff School District Enrichment Team
The Lake Bluff School District Enrichment Team
A little Calvin and Hobbs to push the pondering. What is smart, and how are we developing the definition for our children? What might you tell Calvin to shift his mindset?
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