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Raising Resilient Problem Solvers

 

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Raising resilient problem solvers

by Michael Grose

 

The ability to solve your own problems is usually developed in childhood. This proactive approach to life is immensely rewarding in terms of personal effectiveness and independence.With repetition and practice, problem-solving becomes a valuable life-pattern used in the workplace, in the community and in family relationships.  Here Michael Grose shares his approach that he outlined in his book Spoonfed Generation: How to raise independent children.

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Webinar for Parents: Understanding techno-tantrums

In this digital era, chances are we’ve all experienced our children throwing a techno-tantrum. Techno-tantrums are completely normal and often a result of the neurobiological changes that occur when kids use technology. But this doesn’t mean that we have to simply accept that they’re part of our modern parenting reality.In this webinar Dr Kristy Goodwin helps parents and carers understand why children and teens emotionally combust when they digitally-disconnect, and how to establish new, healthy technology habits. 

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Book: Spoonfed Generation

Widely acknowledged as the definitive guide to independence-building, Spoonfed Generation is essential reading for parents and teachers who want to develop real self-sufficiency in kids. Spoonfed Generation will explain the importance of children’s independence and the vital stages to letting go.

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