Fostering confidence in children to become life long learners is
something that is an ongoing process. Some people think would
tell you that nothing could be more important than fostering and
teaching our children reading, writing, and math in school and
at home. Except that I would disagree. Fostering confidence in
children is quite possibly one of the single most important
things that a teacher or parent can do. Self esteem. A strong
sense of self. Because these things are even more important to
your lifelong success than if you have memorized your math facts
or can write a perfect essay. You might wonder why problem
solving and creativity, are not what I consider to be the keys
to school success. The truth is that if you are not confident
you are less likely to take risks when it comes to problem
solving or thinking outside the proverbial box to show
creativity. If you are afraid to stand up for yourself or are
easily swayed when someone else offers a suggestion that others
think is better than yours, you