Mindful Moments Blog
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Children Don't Have Standardized Minds. Let's Quit Testing Them As If They Do.
by Ashley Patek
on Feb 21 2022
Our kids who are daydreaming or squirming in their seats or not listening or who show poor impulse control are being told that they are not behaving in ways that conform to the classroom. But perhaps their brain is not built for the standardized classroom. What if school looked like this instead?
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Is Rushing Academics Detrimental To The Developing Brain?
by Ashley Patek
on Feb 07 2022
How do children best learn, and what happens when academics are the focus of pre-school and kindergarten? This study gives us some pretty telling answers.
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Connect, Regulate, and Teach Through Play
by Rebecca Eanes
on Aug 09 2021
Playfulness isn’t only a tool to keep in your parenting toolbox, it’s a mindset. Here are some tips and tools on how to use play to build connection, bolster emotional regulation, and enhance learning.
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60 Ideas For Summer Family Fun
by Ashley Patek
on May 31 2021
If you are looking for some simple summer fun to do with your kids to dose up connection, then this FREE printable of 60 summer activities is for you. Try these out and make your own bucket list, too!
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Building Emotional-Intelligence Through Play
by Ashley Patek
on May 27 2021
As parents we tend to put pressure on ourselves and our kids when it comes to play and learning. But when we step back and let nature and biology take over, we actually see that children are wired to learn through play. Learn how to use unstructured (free) play to teach children the emotional intelligence necessary for an enhanced academic quota down the road. Plus FREE Activity Calendar printable!
