“We create Superheroes.” ParagonInc is known for this tagline, and if you’ve ever watched a kid’s class, or seen Sensei Cameron in full flight in his cape, you will already have some idea of the importance and the prominence of the superhero theme that runs through our curriculum. But capes and flight aside, what does […]
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When we think about teaching and learning about Respect, we probably think about ways children can learn to respect their parents, teachers, friends and siblings. Over the past two months in our Super Kids programs we have worked on teaching respect for ourselves, and respect for others. This includes understanding the importance of staying true
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Last term in our kids superhero classes, we taught the use of positive language and reframing difficult situations to see alternative perspectives. This is a fundamental skill to develop in terms of focusing on solutions (rather than problems) and in strengthening our children to survive the challenges they face. We teach this positive focus in
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Establishing good self-concept, an understanding of values, and believing in ourselves to help develop self-confidence and strengthen resilience have been the focus of our Flying Start and Safety Net programs in our kids programs this term. There are many practical ways to improve confidence and strengthen resilience in children, including practising good posture, developing awareness
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We have previously talked about the importance and the connection between confidence and resilience. Developing self-confidence – establishing a good self-concept, an understanding of our values, and believing in ourselves, as we navigate life’s challenges – is what manifests as resilience. With this as a basis, we can teach our children that they have the
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Resilience can be defined as the capacity to cope with, adapt to, and recover from situations of adversity. The ability to “bounce back” from challenging life situations varies between people, and is influenced by biological, social and environmental factors. However, resilience can also be taught and strengthened with the right training and conditions (like a
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Our Superheroes learnt some awesome Super Fire Safety tips from the Belgrave CFA. Check out what they learnt and keep yourself safe! 1. Meet at the letter Box If there is a fire in your house, meet all your family members at the letter box. Then you will know if anyone is missing. The Fire
We want to say Thank You! At Paragon we believe that every person, whether adult, teen or child, has the potential to be their own superhero. We believe that every child should not lose the belief in the magic of doing and creating the impossible. We believe that they shouldn’t lose their belief that they
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With the build up to the National Day of Action Against Bullying and Violence we have been running free I Stand Against Bullying Forums. Let us know if you’d like to hear more about what you can do or if you would like some assistance with how you can help yourself or someone else who
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We are so proud of two Superheroes we have the pleasure of knowing as members of the Paragon family. Both of these Superheroes have been victims of Bullying. The bullying has affected both of them in slightly different ways but they have both risen from this experience and are now out crusading against bullying. Yes,
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