behavior and thinking skills

Allan-Matlem

Active Member
Hi,
By promoting thinking skills we can influence behavior positively , behavior which is intrinsically motivated. This is the basis of the Explosive child, Myrna Shure http://thinkingchild.com hear interview , book excerpts etc


Here is an interesting link
http://www.journal.naeyc.org/btj/200309/Planning&Reflection.pdf
This article gives one an appreciation of what we can do through effective communication

Our greatest tool is the way we talk with our kids, use dialog questions, promote planning, reflection and exploration. Promoting thinking and problem solving is by conversation.
http://empathic-discipline.com/talk/YaBB.pl?num=1171442844

Allan
 
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