​As parents or teachers, we want the best for our children. We want them to be happy, successful, and well-adjusted individuals. However, sometimes we forget that children also have emotional needs that must be met. Emotions are an integral part of our human experience, and it is essential to help children learn to understand and manage their feelings. In this blog post, we will discuss ways to support your child's emotional needs and give them the tools to navigate their emotions effectively.

​As a teacher or a parent, it's not uncommon to face a child who seems to differ from their peers in myriad ways. From their fashion choices to what they prefer doing in their free time, every child is unique. However, a unique self-identification that seems out of the ordinary might be a response to emotional neglect. For a child, such self-expression could be a way of filling in the space that stems from a lack of attention or care. This blog post will explore the link between self-expression and emotional neglect and give teachers and parents ideas on how to respond appropriately.

Mathematics is a subject that can be a challenge for many students. Instead of running away or giving up in the face of difficulties, we want to encourage our learners to embrace challenges and persevere through difficult problems. When students experience struggle and discomfort in the process of learning math, they often feel that they are not good enough to succeed.

However, productive struggle in mathematics is necessary to promote deep and meaningful learning and develops growth mindset. As teachers, we need to provide opportunities for our students to engage in productive struggle while supporting them every step of the way.

In this blog post, we will explore strategies to promote productive struggle in mathematics, empower students to embrace challenges, and support their learning and growth.

​As a teacher, you may have experienced days where some of your students seem to be disengaged and uninterested in what you're teaching. This can be frustrating, considering the time and effort you pour into preparing your lessons. You may even start to question your teaching methods, wondering if there's anything you can do to motivate your students and spark their interest in the subject. If you find yourself in this situation, don't worry. In this post, I'll be sharing with you 20 proven strategies for motivating reluctant learners.