by Dr. Gil | Expanded Discussions, Homeschoolers, Homeschoolers Expanded Discussions
Every parent wants a child to feel confident. We want children to believe: “I can learn.” “I can try.” “I have something worthwhile to contribute.” “I can handle difficult things.” But there is an important difference between teaching a child: “You are capable.” and...
by Dr. Gil | Articles, Parents/Grandparents, Parents & Grandparents Articles
Every parent and grandparent wants a child to grow up believing, “I can do this.” But healthy confidence is very different from believing, “I deserve this.” Helping children understand that difference is an important part of developing good character. Confidence grows...
by Dr. Gil | Expanded Discussions, Parents & Grandparents Expanded Discussions, Parents/Grandparents
Helping Children Become Capable, Grateful, and Responsible By Dr. Gil, Creator of JeanieOlogy™ Every parent and grandparent wants children to feel confident. We want them to believe: “I can learn.” “I can try.” “I can handle difficult...
by Dr. Gil | Articles, Homeschoolers, Homeschoolers Articles
One of the greatest goals of education is preparing children for the day when they must make important decisions on their own. Eventually, parents won’t be standing beside them for every choice. Children will decide how to treat others, manage responsibilities,...
by Dr. Gil | Expanded Discussions, Parents/Grandparents, Homeschoolers Expanded Discussions
Every parent knows something their child may not fully understand yet: Childhood doesn’t last forever. Eventually, the child sitting at the kitchen table working through a math lesson will become an adult making decisions without Mom or Dad nearby. They will...