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Researchers studied kindergarteners' behavior & followed up 19 years later
" A new study shows that when children learn to interact effectively with their peers and control their emotions, it can have an enormous impact on how their adult lives take shape. And according to the study, kids should be spending more time on these skills in...
Changing perspectives at Shelburne Community School
"Perspectives are changing at Shelburne Community School and other schools throughout the state. At least, that is the intention of a disability awareness program–Changing Perspectives. On Feb. 21, an event will be held at SCS through a partnership with the...
Empathy Is Tough to Teach, But Is One Of the Most Important Life Lessons
"Dr. Brown says empathy consists of four qualities: the ability to take the perspective of another person, staying away from judgment, recognizing emotion in others, and communicating it. She defines empathy as “feeling with people,” and notes that it’s a “vulnerable...
14 Books and Movies to Teach Kids About Empathy
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30 Of The Best Books To Teach Children Empathy
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Why Teaching Kindness in Schools Is Essential to Reduce Bullying
"As minds and bodies grow, it’s abundantly clear that children require a healthy dose of the warm-and-fuzzies to thrive as healthy, happy, well-rounded individuals...Research on prosocial behavior among adolescents determined that being kind increases popularity and...
Teaching Peace in Elementary School
"In many communities, elementary teachers, guidance counselors and administrators are embracing what is known as social and emotional learning, or S.E.L., a process through which people become more aware of their feelings and learn to relate more peacefully to...
Why Empathy is as Important as Reading & Math
"Transformative education must begin with a fresh look at the societal landscape our children and youth are stepping into. A historical shift has radically changed the complexion and complexity of the world our children must learn to command. While most of us still...
Lessons in Kindness: A Vermont Nonprofit Helps Kids Learn Empathy
"With Changing Perspectives, which is funded primarily through grants and smaller financial contributions from participating schools, timing is important: It's "proactive, or preventative," meaning it teaches kids to be empathetic before social isolation or bullying...
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