Wrong Turns and Missed Directions

Aria asks, “What happens when your teacher puts you in groups, but then you're the only one talking and participating. How do you motivate your other group members?” * If there’s a question you’d like to ask, or if you have advice to share, you can reach us at listen@akidscot.com ... Show More

Bianca asks, “What do you do if you give up on something, but you really want to do it in your heart?” You can find out more about Nina Purewal and her work at NinaPurewal.com. If there’s a question you’d like to ask, or if you have advice to share, you can reach us at listen@aki ... Show More

Julia asks, “When you have a friend that you like, but who is sometimes mean to you? What do you do?” You can find out more about Nina Purewal and her work at NinaPurewal.com. If there’s a question you’d like to ask, or if you have advice to share, you can reach us at listen@akid ... Show More

<p>Taking on critical questions and feedback...</p> <p>-Can children be too confident? Should we be encouraging humility instead?<br /> -Are Montessori children stronger academically and socially and emotionally, etc. because they come from higher SES (socio economic status), i.e ... Show More

If you're a Montessori teacher who is having challenges in the classroom -- say you have a disruptive child, or a loud child, or maybe a room full of disruptive, loud children -- then this episode is for you. (And if you're just a curious parent, you'll gain some too.) 

Send us Fan Mail On this week's episode of That Music Podcast I talk about how to make your classroom more accessible to those students who you might describe as "wiggly." Links and Resources: Download the free Elementary Newbie Guide Have questions or want to share feedback? Rea ... Show More

<p>Ever found yourself running late, navigating an unknown place, trying to find the address you had scribbled down in front of you? Well today we&#39;re in this very situation, and our directions are all off! Learn how to ask for directions (and to criticize someone for complete ... Show More

It can be challenging to decide on the best way to approach your child's grades because each child and situation is unique. However, I would like to share some ideas today on how to manage this situation in a way that prioritizes your relationship with your child and lessens the ... Show More

Do you agree or disagree with Kirk’s shocking advice for handling a child who yells at his Mom and defies her authority? Learn why some kids shut down and aren’t motivated. What do you do when one child takes all of your energy and attention? How do you help kids who give up when ... Show More

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