Message from CDA, Ms. Ludwig
Has your child ever gone through a tough time at school to the extent that they didn't even want to go anymore.
Here’s an idea for you to try the next time your child is going through a tough time at school, it is called the Positivity Jar.
Here's how it works. Together, find a glass jar and make a label.
Then, before sending your child to school, remind them to pay attention to all the good things that happened during the day: helping someone out, receiving a compliment or a smile, having sunny weather on the playground, and so on.
Make it like a treasure hunt for positivity.
After school, ask your child about all the positive things they noticed that day.
For every positive thing they count, have your child put a Lego piece in their Positivity Jar.
It’s true that intentionally looking for the positives helps our children train their brains for a more optimistic and grateful outlook on life.
This doesn’t mean we should downplay negative feelings or experiences. It just means consciously working to find a balance.
Because the brain’s job is to keep us safe, it’s wired to look for threats (or negatives).
So, teaching our kids to recognize all the positivity around them helps them have a more positive, proactive attitude toward life.
This week’s guide “Wiring Your Child’s Brain for Positivity” is a great reminder of how powerful a Positivity Jar can be in helping your child shift their attention to noticing the good things throughout their day.
