Words of encouragement and a positive atmosphere helps students think more positively about themselves. Our guest writer offers some suggestions to help instructors foster a healthy self-esteem in their students. Plus there’s lots more related reading linked in the text so that you can start your new dance season on a positive note.
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Teaching Happiness With Every Leap
“Raising Happiness” is a parenting book but Stacey Pepper Schwartz shows that teachers can take away some of its lessons, too. For example, how to effectively recognize achievement, model optimism, convey positive messages, create a joyful atmosphere, resolve conflict, and promote gratitude among your young students.
Accentuate the Positive
#responsiblesports asks “As a parent, how do you encourage and reinforce the positive aspects of youth sports?”
Is It Possible to Praise Kids Too Much?
Is there such a thing as too much praise? How can one instill confidence without creating a dependence on external approval?
