Summary:

In this episode, Shelley introduces the new season of Raising Thinkers and emphasizes the importance of raising children who can think critically and make informed decisions. She suggests involving children in party planning as a way to develop their thinking skills. Shelley shares her own experience of allowing her three-year-old daughter to help with party planning, highlighting the importance of age-appropriate involvement. She encourages parents to gradually give their children more ownership over the planning process and provides a template for party planning. Shelley also mentions the benefits of research and decision-making skills that children can develop through party planning.

 

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Takeaways:

 

Chapters

00:00Introduction to Raising Thinkers

01:23Engaging Children in Party Planning

03:06The Benefits of the Planning Process

04:26Taking Ownership and Setting Budget Constraints

05:51Developing Research Skills and Filtering Information

06:19Accessing Resources and Conclusion