Archive for the ‘Teaching and Learning’ Category

Working With Argumentative Kids: Mis-Matchers, Motivation & Meaningful Strategies

Published on Thursday, May 15th, 2025

Have you ever found yourself face-to-face with a student who seems to argue about everything? You say the sky is blue—they say it’s more of a cerulean. You explain a process—they find the exception. While this behaviour can feel frustrating, it’s often a sign of something deeper: a unique thinking style, an unmet need, or […]

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Teaching Boundaries

Published on Thursday, February 20th, 2025

Building Resilient, Responsible, and Self-Regulated Children, in today’s world, we’ve made life safer and more convenient for our children—sometimes too safe. Take trampolines, for example. While nets around trampolines were designed to protect children, research clearly shows that the presence of safety nets has, ironically, increased injuries. Why? Because children may not learn the concept […]

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Embracing Diverse Perspectives: The Power of Open-Minded Teaching

Published on Sunday, January 26th, 2025

There is no single ‘right way’ to approach life, relationships, health, careers, or education. The richness of human diversity is found in the variety of paths we can take. When we discredit others’ views, it often reflects inflexibility, misunderstanding, or resistance to change. Sometimes, it may stem from fear or a belief that one perspective […]

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