Kids (and adults too) #communicate in so many different ways. Are you listening to what they are really saying?
In this blog, The Mighty shares 14 phrases kids often say that are code for "I'm Anxious".
Read their blog here: https://t.co/IWYHiOYlza
It's the #FirstDayOfSchool! βοΈ Here are some whole classroom strategies educators can use to address anxiety:
πΉ Teach kids about their brains
πΉ Normalize anxiety and teach about its benefits
πΉ Frame mistakes as a natural part of learning
As the new school year gears up, some questions for parents & schools to discuss from me & @dintersmith in @washingtonpost https://t.co/DsR7QvY8UX
First day of school stressors for children in all 5 Domains:
π Biological: Noisy classrooms
π¬ Emotion: Excitement at seeing friends
π Cognitive: Information overload
βΎοΈ Social: Feeling left out
π Prosocial: Wanting things to be βfairβ for everyone