How to Be a Critical Thinker w/ Kathy Gibbens

In this episode of Collide Kids, host Christen Clark sits down with special guest, Kathy Gibbens, to explore the importance of teaching children critical thinking skills and navigating the complexities of the world. Kathy, a homeschooling mom who has been homeschooling her daughter for 12 years, shares her journey of discovering the power of critical thinking and how it shaped her decision to start the Filter it Through a Brain Cell podcast. Together, they discuss why it's crucial for parents to create an open space for conversation with their children, the best time to begin teaching critical thinking skills, and the importance for parents of being the first mention of a topic in their kids' lives. You'll also learn practical tips for engaging children in critical thinking discussions and empowering them to ask good questions. Get ready to dive into the world of critical thinking with Collide Kids! Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Evie!We are grateful for the sponsor for this episode: Deeper Kidmin. Check out their resources at deeperkidmin.comAnd special thanks to our editor, Jay Lee, from Provision Podcast. Bark proactively works to monitor, detect, and alert you to potential issues on your kids' devices. Visit bark.us to learn more about how you can keep your kids safe online. Use the code COLLIDEKIDS to get 15% off Your Bark Technologies Plan !Support the show