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Developing an “I can do it!” attitude – Readilearn

 

Developing a positive attitude to learning and an “I can do it!” attitude in young children is important. Children need to be willing to take a risk, to have a go, to try something new. They also need to realise that, if they can’t do it yet, it’s not the end of the world. If they try again, practise, and show persistence, one day they’ll be able to achieve many of the things they want. Giving up doesn’t achieve anything.

That little word “yet” is very important for children, and adults, to understand. It helps them see that learning is a process, not just a product. Learning is something that continues throughout life.  If we want to develop life-long learners, it is important to view learning as a continuum. Every stage is important in and of itself, not just as a stepping stone to the next. If children are acknowledged for what they can do, they will be more willing to have a go at things they haven’t yet.

Developing confident children is at the heart of a supportive classroom environment.

An “I can do it!” attitude consists of three main parts:

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18 responses to “Developing an “I can do it!” attitude – Readilearn”

  1. Bec Colvin Avatar

    Since reading about the importance of ‘yet’ on your blog, I feel like I come across this idea all the time! Thanks for sharing.

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    1. Norah Avatar

      “Yet” is a very popular idea, and worthy of its popularity. I love to hear our 7-year-old relative spruiking it.

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      1. Bec Colvin Avatar

        That 7-year old seems to enjoy spruiking just about anything!!

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        1. Norah Avatar

          That is very truth. He has a wealth of information. Yesterday he was telling me about tiny wasps. 57 lined up head to toe measure less than a grain of rice! I wondered how anyone had discovered them! 🙂

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          1. Bec Colvin Avatar

            Amazing! And a very good question!!!

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            1. Norah Avatar

              Thanks. 🙂

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  2. macjam47 Avatar

    Fabulous post. I read in entirety and commented on Readilearn.com

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  3. Sacha Black Avatar

    YES.YES.YES to this Norah. We have been through a bit of a battle with of tantrums after ‘failing’ to do something. I feel like a parrot saying, ‘try again, you can do it, one more time’ etc etc. But FINALLY, he’s got the message and now he says “I do it again,” hehe. 😀

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    1. Norah Avatar

      Fabulous, Sacha! Isn’t it wonderful knowing that your efforts are paying off!

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  4. Sarah Brentyn Avatar

    Gee, can adults develop an “I can do it!” attitude? 😉 Yes, this is so very important to introduce early.

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    1. Norah Avatar

      I think so, Sarah! But it is difficult if we’re used to telling ourselves negative stories. We need to start telling ourselves positive bedtime, and anytime, stories. 🙂

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      1. Sarah Brentyn Avatar

        Hey! There’s an idea. I’m serious. Picture books for adults. 🙂 I’m on it.

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        1. Norah Avatar

          Great! I look forward to seeing what you come up with!

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  5. writersideup Avatar

    Oh, I SO agree with this, Norah. Great subject 🙂

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    1. Norah Avatar

      Thank you, Donna. 🙂

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  6. jessicabrownnz Avatar

    This is great! I can just hear all the expandable intelligence ideas coming through and how to practically implement them in the classroom. Thanks for all the free downloads. Super useful. 🙂

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    1. Norah Avatar

      Thank you for your enthusiasm, Jessica. I’m pleased you find the resources useful.

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