by dredwardthalheimer | Jan 3, 2025 | Blog, Dr. Edward Thalheimer
A growth mindset, a concept popularized by psychologist Carol Dweck, is the belief that abilities and intelligence can be developed through dedication and hard work. Cultivating this mindset in children not only improves their academic performance but also equips them...
by dredwardthalheimer | Nov 24, 2024 | Blog, Dr. Edward Thalheimer, The Tutoring Center
Resilience is a critical skill for children to develop, especially when facing academic challenges. Academic setbacks, such as poor grades, failed exams, or difficulty understanding subjects, can be disheartening. However, these moments also provide valuable...
by dredwardthalheimer | Aug 21, 2023 | Blog, Dr. Edward Thalheimer, Parenting
Friendships play a vital role in a child’s social and emotional development. Building healthy friendships provides children companionship and contributes to their well-being and self-esteem. As parents, we can support our children in developing positive and...
by dredwardthalheimer | Feb 27, 2023 | Blog, Dr. Edward Thalheimer, Parenting, The Tutoring Center
Life skills can be described as learning to learn, which is a process that can be done through regular activities. We’ll talk about the seven life skills that are essential, as well as give some simple ways to improve them. Focus and self-control Having a set of...
by dredwardthalheimer | Jun 3, 2022 | Dr. Edward Thalheimer, Parenting, The Tutoring Center
When a child has a problem, it’s common for the parent to feel protective and intervene to fix it. Unfortunately, constantly stepping in prevents the child from learning how to solve problems independently. Helping children develop conflict resolution skills prepares...
