S2EP65-Cheryl Wilson-Unlocking Learning: How to Help Your Kids Ace Elementary School!

About this episode

Cheryl Wilson shares insights on helping kids succeed in elementary school and the importance of executive functioning skills.

Imagine diving deep into the world of education with our special guest, Cheryl Wilson, a powerhouse with over 25 years of experience under her belt. Cheryl’s journey, starting from the classroom to launching her business, I Can Learn Anything, is nothing short of inspiring. She's here to spill the tea on the challenges faced by low-performing students, especially during that awkward transition to middle school when kids often feel lost. Trust me, you don’t want to miss her insights on executive functioning skills, which are like the cool secret weapons for kids to take charge of their learning! We’ll explore how Cheryl empowers parents and educators alike to foster those vital study habits that can transform a child’s academic journey from “meh” to “wow!” So grab your headphones and get ready for some enlightening conversations that will have you saying, “I can learn anything!” A gift from our guest: Growth Mindset Resources: ideas, videos, and posters to help your child develop a growth mindset, improving the confidence and motivation to learn https://shorturl.at/rKhgv As an educator, author, and instructional coach with over 25 years of experience, Dr. Cheryl Wilson has…

People in this episode

Hosts: Kristina Heagh-Avritt, Herb Heagh-Avritt

Guest: Cheryl Wilson

Topics covered

• education
• executive functioning skills
• parenting
• study habits
• low-performing students
• middle school transition

Keywords

• education
• elementary school
• executive functioning
• study habits
• growth mindset
• parenting
• low-performing students

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: I Can Learn Anything

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