Foundation Building
What is Foundation Building?
Just like when building a home, the builder must provide a strong foundation for the house to sit on. The house is only as strong as the foundation.
This is also true for a child. They must have a strong foundation in order to be ready to learn and for them to want to learn.
What creates a strong foundation for learners?
Children must know that they:
1) Are Safe and Secure
Children need to feel safe and secure before they are ready to learn. They need to know that they are loved, wanted, appreciated, valued, and have a sense of belonging.
2) Have Autonomy
Allowing a child to have some control over their lives...building choice making skills leads to ownership and independence skills
3) Are In a Strong Relationship with an Adult Who Cares
MOST IMPORTANT: Building a strong relationship with a trusted adult who cares and takes an active role in their lives such as the parent(s), teacher, extended family members or an adult who can be a role model for them helps the child know they are wanted, loved, and valued which creates a strong sense of belonging for the child.
And 4) Are Able to Grow an Open Mindset
Our thoughts help us to decide if we are capable of doing a task.
"Spotlight"......This Month's Free Printable
< Click on the Printable...2 FREE Printables for 4 success skills
2 FREE Printable Sheets filled with 4 to 8 strategies for each of the following executive function skills:
- following directions/working memory,
- initiating a task,
- time management,
- and improving memory skills.
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