What I Want My Kids to Know: Parenting Strategies to Raise Resilient, Real-World Ready Kids
Mykayla Sygulla
25 episodes
1 day ago
Kids learn a tremendous amount from their own mistakes, but they can learn just as much from the world happening around them. In this episode of What I Want My Kids to Know, Mykayla shares how to help children reflect on other people’s choices, behaviors, and mistakes to build integrity, emotional intelligence, and strong decision-making skills.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy reflection builds integrity and how kids learn from observing others’ behaviorHow to help kids process real-world situations so the lesson sticksThe brain science behind why reflection matters, not just experiencePractical ways to turn everyday moments, after school stories, playground drama, even Target trips, into teachable opportunitiesHow to support impulsive kids who struggle with reflection and self-awarenessConversation starters that build emotional intelligence and help kids deepen their understanding of choices and consequences
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Kids learn a tremendous amount from their own mistakes, but they can learn just as much from the world happening around them. In this episode of What I Want My Kids to Know, Mykayla shares how to help children reflect on other people’s choices, behaviors, and mistakes to build integrity, emotional intelligence, and strong decision-making skills.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy reflection builds integrity and how kids learn from observing others’ behaviorHow to help kids process real-world situations so the lesson sticksThe brain science behind why reflection matters, not just experiencePractical ways to turn everyday moments, after school stories, playground drama, even Target trips, into teachable opportunitiesHow to support impulsive kids who struggle with reflection and self-awarenessConversation starters that build emotional intelligence and help kids deepen their understanding of choices and consequences
#16 (Back to School Series) Why Do I Even Need to Learn This: English, Language Arts, and Social Studies Edition
What I Want My Kids to Know: Parenting Strategies to Raise Resilient, Real-World Ready Kids
22 minutes
2 months ago
#16 (Back to School Series) Why Do I Even Need to Learn This: English, Language Arts, and Social Studies Edition
In this final episode of the back-to-school series, we’re reframing English, Language Arts, and Social Studies. Instead of focusing on grades, I’ll show you how to connect these subjects to communication, critical thinking, and perspective-taking; skills that matter more than ever in a world shaped by technology, AI, and constant information.Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:Why strong communication is one of the most valuable skills kids can develop in an AI-driven worldHow English and Language Arts help kids practice persuasion, listening, and adapting to different audiencesThe hidden benefits of reading, writing, and discussion (and why they go far beyond schoolwork)How Social Studies builds critical thinking, media literacy, and perspective-taking in a polarized worldPractical ways to reframe school complaints into conversations about real-world skillsYou’ll also hear three simple conversation starters you can use this week to spark meaningful discussions with your kids—helping them connect schoolwork to life skills that will stick long after the grades are forgotten.🎧 Tune in to learn how to bring it all together and support your kids in seeing the bigger picture of their education.Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode:Follow my friend @thethinkingmom for more on teaching kids critical thinkingLet’s connect on Instagram: @whatiwantmykidstoknow_podOther Episodes in the Series:Ep. 15: (Back to School Series) Why Do I Even Need to Learn This? Math & Science EditionEp. 14: (Back to School Series) Healthy ConflictEp. 13: (Back to School Series) Building Strong Friendships
What I Want My Kids to Know: Parenting Strategies to Raise Resilient, Real-World Ready Kids
Kids learn a tremendous amount from their own mistakes, but they can learn just as much from the world happening around them. In this episode of What I Want My Kids to Know, Mykayla shares how to help children reflect on other people’s choices, behaviors, and mistakes to build integrity, emotional intelligence, and strong decision-making skills.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy reflection builds integrity and how kids learn from observing others’ behaviorHow to help kids process real-world situations so the lesson sticksThe brain science behind why reflection matters, not just experiencePractical ways to turn everyday moments, after school stories, playground drama, even Target trips, into teachable opportunitiesHow to support impulsive kids who struggle with reflection and self-awarenessConversation starters that build emotional intelligence and help kids deepen their understanding of choices and consequences
