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What Is Growth Mindset? (And Why We All Need It)

Deb Chitwood — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 14:35:36 +0000

So, what is growth mindset, anyway? I’ve published lots of growth mindset posts and resource roundups, especially as part of my Montessori-inspired brain and growth mindset unit. I’ve given short explanations of growth mindset. But I want to put more of the growth mindset ideas and resources together here. Disclosure: This post contains some affiliate...

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How to Help Your Child Get the Most Out of the Olympics

Deb Chitwood — Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:00:06 +0000

There’s a natural excitement that comes with the Olympics. You can use that excitement to encourage positive learning experiences and give your child the chance to explore new interests and activities. Here are 5 ways to help your child get the most out of the Olympics: 1. Watch the Olympics together. Watch your child’s...

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Free Character Education Resources about Olympic and Paralympic Values

Deb Chitwood — Sun, 25 Jan 2026 09:18:35 +0000

The core Olympic values of excellence, friendship, and respect are essential values. But they’re not complete without the Paralympic values of determination, courage, equality, and inspiration. Character education is very important to me and was a major emphasis in our homeschool and my now-adult children’s sports careers. Some of the most important results of sports...

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Kindness Project for Children and Adults of All Ages {100 Acts of Kindness}

Deb Chitwood — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 08:15:53 +0000

Have you heard of the 100 Acts of Kindness Project? The project was hosted by Toddler Approved and Coffee Cups and Crayons. It started each year on Martin Luther King Day and ended on Valentine’s Day. There haven’t been formal 100 Acts of Kindness groups since 2021. But it’s a great project for families however...

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Free Worldwide Character Counts! Week Resources

Deb Chitwood — Sun, 19 Oct 2025 02:50:26 +0000

Character Counts! Week is October 19-25 this year! This is the 32nd year of Character Counts! Week … a perfect time to place extra focus on character education. Free Worldwide Character Counts! Week Resources Character Counts! focuses on the six pillars of character as core ethical values. Be sure to check out the free Character Counts! Week...

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Best Mahatma Gandhi Quotes

Deb Chitwood — Thu, 02 Oct 2025 07:20:50 +0000

October 2 is Mahatma Gandhi’s birth anniversary (1869-1948) and International Day of Non-Violence. Today, I’m sharing an educational video about Mahatma Gandhi and my favorite Mahatma Gandhi quotes. Here’s a video about Mahatma Gandhi for kids: A Mahatma Called Gandhi Best Mahatma Gandhi Quotes Here are my favorite Mahatma Gandhi quotes: “The greatness of humanity...

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Free Golden Rule Songs and Educational Videos {Character Education Resources}

Deb Chitwood — Tue, 05 Aug 2025 00:55:00 +0000

We’ve all heard some form of the Golden Rule: “Do to others as you would have them do to you.” This is the New International Version of Luke 6:31, although the Golden Rule is used in some form in every major religion. It was my first grade teacher’s favorite friendship rule for her students. Such...

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Best Growth Mindset Quotes for Kids and Adults

Deb Chitwood — Sun, 20 Jul 2025 13:20:12 +0000

Growth mindset isn’t just a positive attitude. “Individuals who believe their talents can be developed (through hard work, good strategies, and input from others) have a growth mindset. They tend to achieve more than those with a more fixed mindset (those who believe their talents are innate gifts).” Carol Dweck If you want to achieve...

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An Important Message for Competitors in Any Competition

Deb Chitwood — Tue, 15 Jul 2025 11:00:15 +0000

This post isn’t about a new event. But it deserves all the attention it’s gotten over the years. The YouTube video is of Heather Dorniden, who was leading a 600-meter race in the finals of a college championship…. The video is a perfect example of the message to never give up in a competition regardless...

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“Guiding Hand on My Shoulder” Word Art Freebie

Deb Chitwood — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 23:40:30 +0000

“Dad, your guiding hand on my shoulder will remain with me forever.” Author Unknown In loving memory of my dad, Glenn Arneson (January 23, 1931 – January 10, 2025). Part of my heart will always be missing. My dad was almost 94 years old and lived a full, happy life, but it’s still hard to know...

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