Supporting self-esteem and confidence in kids
When kids with learning and thinking differences have positive self-esteem, they feel more confident. They try their best. They value themselves. And they’re proud of the things they can do. Kids with learning differences develop positive self-esteem by working hard toward a goal — and then seeing their hard work pay off. But failure builds confidence in kids too. In this episode of “The Opportunity Gap,” listen as Julian explains: —How encouraging feedback builds positive self-esteem. —What kids can learn from experiencing failure. —Ways to praise kids and teach them to be proud of their efforts. Understood.org is a nonprofit focused on shaping the world for difference so the millions of people with learning and thinking differences can thrive. Learn more about “The Opportunity Gap” and all our podcasts at u.org/podcasts. Copyright © 2023 Understood for All, Inc. All rights reserved.
Episode 29 of the Opportunity Gap: For Families Navigating Special Education podcast, hosted by Understood.org, titled "Supporting self-esteem and confidence in kids" was published on August 2, 2023 and runs 10 minutes.
August 2, 2023 ·10m · Opportunity Gap: For Families Navigating Special Education
Summary
When kids with learning and thinking differences have positive self-esteem, they feel more confident. They try their best. They value themselves. And they’re proud of the things they can do. Kids with learning differences develop positive self-esteem by working hard toward a goal — and then seeing their hard work pay off. But failure builds confidence in kids too. In this episode of “The Opportunity Gap,” listen as Julian explains: —How encouraging feedback builds positive self-esteem. —What kids can learn from experiencing failure. —Ways to praise kids and teach them to be proud of their efforts. Understood.org is a nonprofit focused on shaping the world for difference so the millions of people with learning and thinking differences can thrive. Learn more about “The Opportunity Gap” and all our podcasts at u.org/podcasts. Copyright © 2023 Understood for All, Inc. All rights reserved.
Episode Description
When kids with learning and thinking differences have positive self-esteem, they feel more confident. They try their best. They value themselves. And they’re proud of the things they can do.
Kids with learning differences develop positive self-esteem by working hard toward a goal — and then seeing their hard work pay off. But failure builds confidence in kids too. In this episode of The Opportunity Gap, listen as Julian explains:
- How encouraging feedback builds positive self-esteem
- What kids can learn from experiencing failure
- Ways to praise kids and teach them to be proud of their efforts
Visit the episode page for a transcript and links to helpful resources.
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Related resources
- Understood’s article on the importance of positive self-esteem for kids
- Harvard Business Review’s article: The Power of Small Wins
- Teach Like a Champion’s article: Narrating Positive Behavior
Listen to Everyone Gets a Juice Box, a new podcast from Understood.org where host Jessica Shaw has honest talks with parents raising kids who learn and think differently.
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