Self-Efficacy refers to a person’s feelings, beliefs and perceptions regarding their ability to be successful at something. In short, self-efficacy is self-confidence. Self-Efficacy goes hand in hand with having a growth mindset. When a person has a growth mindset, they believe that their brain is constantly growing and evolving. They believe that with practice, motivation and hard work they can succeed. With self-efficacy, we have confidence in our abilities, and know that we are capable of growing, changing and doing better. Below you will find resources you can use at home to help teach this important skill to your child.
Resources for Young Children:
Information:
Self-Efficacy: How to Foster in Children
https://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/Article?contentid=1964&language=English
How to Develop Self-Efficacy in Children
https://www.yourtherapysource.com/blog1/2018/05/21/how-to-help-develop-self-efficacy-in-children/
Activities:
25 Ways to Build a Childs Confidence
https://biglifejournal.com/blogs/blog/child-confidence
10 Activities to Build Confidence
https://www.naturespath.com/en-us/blog/10-activities-kids-help-build-confidence/
Videos:
Sesame Street Confidence
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ctNg0DgMa-o
Growth Mindset- The Truth About Your Brain
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rf8FX2sI3gU
Importance of Self Efficacy
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VW5v6PQ5PEc
Sesame Street: Power of Yet
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XLeUvZvuvAs
Resources for Adolescents:
Information:
Building your Teens Self-Efficacy
https://www.mentalhelp.net/blogs/building-up-your-teen-s-self-efficacy-part-ii/
Self-Efficacy in Adolescents- A Helpful Guide
https://youaremom.com/parenting/self-efficacy-in-adolescents/
Activities:
6 Ways to Promote Self-Efficacy
https://edu.stemjobs.com/self-efficacy-yes-i-can/
Videos:
Importance of Self Efficacy
