The Superhero in You

Motivation is what makes you want to do something. There are two types of motivation: extrinsic and intrinsic. Here are a couple of articles that explain the difference between extrinsic and intrinsic motivation:

 https://www.parentingforbrain.com/intrinsic-motivation/#rewards

 

What are some practical steps to encourage intrinsic motivation both at home and in the classroom? Check out these articles for some practical tips.  

https://www.yourtherapysource.com/blog1/2019/07/18/intrinsic-motivation-in-the-classroom/

https://www.ahealthysliceoflife.com/raising-intrinsically-motivated-kids/

https://www.aifc.com.au/steps-empowering-children-intrinsic-motivation/

 

Sometimes kids ask a lot of questions. Find out from an occupational therapist how adults can take those questions to encourage executive functioning skills in this article:

https://www.yourtherapysource.com/blog1/2016/03/23/5-best-answers-to-a-childs-questions-to-encourage-executive-functioning-skills-2/

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