Seven Steps to Raising a Lifelong Learner

smiling mother assisting daughter in writing homework on table at home

Encouraging a love of learning is one of the greatest gifts you can give your children. Although your level of involvement will change often -- sometimes directing, sometimes stepping back -- enriching their environment, ensuring needs are met, supporting them through challenging periods, and applauding every success are all essential to raising lifelong learners. The seven strategies on this printable page are good guiding principles. Hang it on the fridge with the latest macaroni art from your little geniuses.

Print Your Seven Steps to Raising a Lifelong Learner List. (PDF)

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