Dr. Art Costa shares his wisdom on each of the Habits of Mind for Pre-K to 6th grade students!
Dr. Art Costa founded the Institute for Habits of Mind with Dr. Bena Kallick over 25 years ago. The Institute for Habits of Mind seeks to transform schools into learning communities where thinking and Habits of Mind are taught, practiced, valued, and infused into the culture. The Habits of Mind are 16 traits identified in successful people. The Habits of Mind empower creativity and critical thinking.
Habits of Mind Kids takes the powerful skills outlined by Drs. Costa and Kallick and combines them with the power of animation! The Habits of Mind Kids animations and lessons can be purchased here.
 
        Applying Past Knowledge to New Situations
 
        Creating, Imagining, and Innovating
 
        Finding Humor
 
        Gathering Data Through the Senses
 
        Listening with Understanding and Empathy
 
        Managing Impulsivity
 
        Persisting
 
        Questioning and Problem Posing
 
        Remaining Open to Continuous Learning
 
        Responding with Wonderment and Awe
 
        Striving for Accuracy
 
        Taking Responsible Risks
 
        Thinking About Your Thinking
 
        Thinking and Communicating with Clarity and Precision
 
        Thinking Flexibly
 
         
                        