Build on a Child's Strengths - Everyone is a Star

Parents, teachers and therapists need to find each child's strengths and build upon those strengths.  Every child is a star at something.  Need some ideas to determine what a child's strengths may be?  Here is a list of positive character traits and talents:

adventurous

active

agile

artistic

attentive

aware

articulate

amusing

big-hearted 

blissful

brave

bright

calm

carefree

caring

cautious

cheerful

clever

courageous

courteous

creative

competant

coordinated

charming

cooperative

cool

dependable

determined

eager

easy going

friendly

generous

happy

helpful

honest

imaginative

kind

loyal

magnificant

nimble

open

out going

passionate

physical

practical

quick

responsible

realistic

self-reliant

simplistic

superb

thoughtful

terrific

watchful

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Keep all these attributes in mind as you work with a child.  Also, refer to the list to spark descriptive words for a child when it comes to IEP time.   

Want to encourage positive thinking? Check out Positive Affirmations to empower children to realize their full potential.