Positive psychology is a relatively new discipline within psychology. For decades psychology has been used to advance theories uncovering and explaining hidden or below surface elements of our human behaviors. Psychology has predominantly been used to identify and diagnose troubling tendencies, investigating the dark corners of our minds. In the late 90s, Dr. Martin SeligmanContinue reading “Positive Psychology and the PERMA Model”
Author Archives: Sophia Jaggi
Anji Play: Return the right of play to the child
I recently discovered Anji Play through a classmate. I had first heard Anji Play referenced as highlighting the importance of risk in play. After researching more about Anji Play, watching some Youtube videos that show play in action, and listening to a speech by Ms. Cheng, the lead educator that has brought Anji Play toContinue reading “Anji Play: Return the right of play to the child”
Critical Pedagogy in early childhood
Critical pedagogy encourages students to ask questions that challenge dominant narratives. Critical pedagogy has the power to democratize education acting as a tool of liberation. Paulo Freire, a leader in critical pedagogy, provides depth and understanding in his book Pedagogy of the Oppressed. I am interested in how critical pedagogy can be supported through aContinue reading “Critical Pedagogy in early childhood”
Connect through Mindsight
I’ve been listening to the audio book: The Developing Mind, 3rd Edition by Daniel J. Siegel M.D. Siegel shared the term “mindsight” which he described as focused attention on the internal workings of our mind. “Mindsight” describes “our human capacity to perceive the mind of the self and others. It is a powerful lens throughContinue reading “Connect through Mindsight”
Making learning visible
Lately I’ve been interested in the concept of documentation to trace and enhance learning prompted by the book Visible Learners: Promoting Reggio-Inspired Approaches in All Schools by Mara Krechevsky, Ben Mardell, Melissa Rivard, and Daniel Wilson. I found this book through Project Zero, a project within Harvard’s Graduate School of Education. Visible Learners is inspiredContinue reading “Making learning visible”
Meditation for children
Through meditation there is access to a wellspring of energetic goodness. In stillness, we can realize peace.
Children are naturally open minded making them receptive to the qualities of meditation. Incorporating meditation into daily routines can serve children throughout their lives. It’s important to cultivate and encourage a daily meditation practice.
Meditation brings awareness to emotions, strengthens sensory development, and improves cognitive development, in addition to many other benefits.
Learning to Create. 