Mind in the Making
by Ellen Galinsky
Seven essential life skills every child needs, focus and self-control, perspective taking, communicating, making connections, critical thinking, taking on challenges, self-directed learning, with the research and activities.
Read it if…
you want a research-backed skills framework with activities.
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Skip it if…
you want short tips.
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Three things you will actually use
- Executive function is the foundation.
- Skills are taught through play.
- Model the skill.
Do this first
Read the chapter on focus and self-control.
Our verdict
Seven life skills.
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