How children’s brains develop and how children think are two of the most enduring mysteries for both educators and parents, but neuroscience is beginning to provide answers to many of these puzzles. Sam Wang, one of this country’s leading neuroscientists and the co-author of the books, Welcome To Your Brain and, Welcome To Your Child’s Brain, joins us to provide insights into questions that many educators may wonder about, including: does building self- esteem increase a child’s achievement? What are the best ways for students to actually learn? And why is stress important for all children to experience as they grow up?
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