Shake well for best results

Shake well for best results

Vinaigrettes separate because they can’t help themselves. Frustratingly though, we are the ones who separate the internet by creating boxes around how kids use the internet like, “for fun”, “for school”, “for enrichment”, “for learning” etc. You wouldn’t ever just drink the layer of the oil on a salad dressing and leave all the other parts now would you? No, you’re not a savage. You mix it up to get that ‘best result’ intended. Same should go for your kids’ screen time. Since you can’t literally grab the hold of the sides of the internet and shake it, here are some practical tips on what to do to get these ‘best results’ for the kids.
Fixed mindset says intelligence is static and challenges are a sign from the universe you’ve reached your limit: failure is no good, very bad and horrible. The rub is that nurturing a growth mindset in kids doesn’t come naturally to us as parents. In fact, some of the things we say that seem harmless, like, ‘Oh you’re so smart!’ are apparently not kosher.

Failure is an option

Fixed mindset says intelligence is static and challenges are a sign from the universe you’ve reached your limit: failure is no good, very bad and horrible. The rub is that nurturing a growth mindset in kids doesn’t come naturally to us as parents. In fact, some of the things we say that seem harmless, like, ‘Oh you’re so smart!’ are apparently not kosher.
How to support kids’ learning

Half a loaf is better than none 

Do you find that the content your little ones are watching is not educational enough? Give yourself some grace and remember that any educational content that helps them learn is better than nothing.