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Michele Borba Blog: A secret of self-control parents must know. Research shows it’s key to kids’ success

Posted: February 21st, 2010 by Michele Borba


New research shows that children who can pass up a marshmallow are more likely to succeed as adults. But why? Here’s the secret every teacher and parent should know…

The Famous Marshmallow Test and Implications on Our Kids’ Later Success
In 1960, Walter Mischel, a psychologist at Stanford University, conducted the now famous Marshmallow Test. Mischel challenged a [...]



Michele Borba: Anger Management Tips for Kids

Posted: August 7th, 2009 by Michele Borba


Michele Borba
 
REALITY CHECK: Does your child have difficulty controlling his anger? Does he resort to using aggressive behaviors such as biting, hitting, spitting or fighting? Does he yell or quickly lose control? If so, you’re not alone.  Over the years I’ve received hundreds questions from parents, and by far the largest number deal with how [...]