Dr. Bena Kallick shares her wisdom on each of the Habits of Mind for Pre-K to 6th grade students!
Dr. Bena Kallick founded the Institute for Habits of Mind with Dr. Art Costa 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 that Dr. Costa and Dr. Kallick identified in successful people.
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 Precision and Clarity
Thinking Flexibly
