As educators, parents and caregivers, we often want to protect our children from failure and disappointment. However, research has shown that allowing children to experience setbacks and challenges can actually help them develop a growth mindset, which is essential for resilience. A growth mindset is the belief that one’s abilities and intelligence can be developed through hard work, effort, and learning. This mindset encourages children to embrace challenges as opportunities to learn and grow, rather than fearing failure. Here are some tips for cultivating a growth mindset in children
