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In this episode, TD Flenaugh dives into the vital balancing act between home and school responsibilities, sharing practical insights for parents and teachers to foster children's independence, good habits, and love for learning. Discover how small daily steps can set children up for lifelong success.

Timestamps: 

00:00 - Introduction: The importance of balancing home and school responsibilities
02:22 - The demands of classroom routines, such as shoe-tying and behavior habits
04:57 - Teaching procedures like sitting, taking turns, and routines
07:15 - Supporting children with trauma, meltdowns, and behavioral challenges
08:40 - Teaching older children to question authority and communicate respectfully
11:14 - The value of modeling, explanation, and gradual release in teaching skills
13:39 - Promoting positive attitudes towards learning and avoiding a punishment mindset
15:57 - Strategies for teaching through mistakes, patience, and celebrating wins
21:36 - Broadening learning beyond the classroom to real-world experiences
26:25 - Engaging children with new experiences like museums and family outings
28:22 - The parent-teacher negotiation: sharing responsibilities for child success

Resources & Links:

• The R.E.W.R.I.T.E. Method
• The R.E.W.R.I.T.E. Method Workbook

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