Understanding Middle School Students articles

Middle School Developmental Changes

Here are some developmental changes that would be nice to be aware of as parents and mentors of middle school students: Grade 6 Physically Needs lots of food and 9-11 hours of sleep each night Continues losing molars (9-12 years) Girls outpacing guys in development Guys experience changes in height and weight, an increase in […]

February 12, 2018

Understanding the Relational Questions of a Middle School Student

There are fundamental relational questions kids need to answer as they grow and develop: In preschool the relational questions surround “Am I?” (impressions about themselves and the world): Am I safe? Am I able? Am I okay? In elementary the relational questions surround “Do I have?” (related to skills and competencies that equip their future): Do […]

February 6, 2018