224. How to Help Students Build Learning Stamina After Summer Break
Description
Ever planned the perfect lesson only to watch students’ focus vanish? In this episode, we dive into building learning stamina, including why it matters, how to teach it, and 5 key strategies to help students stick with challenging tasks. We share a classroom story showing the power of starting small, celebrating progress, and using tools like timers, breaks, and goal setting to build lasting focus. By the end, you’ll see that stamina isn’t something students either have or don’t have. It’s a skill that can be taught, nurtured, and celebrated in every classroom.
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