Habits of Mind
I love those who can smile in trouble, who can gather strength from distress, and grow brave by reflection. “Tis the business of the little minds to shrink, but they whose heart is firm, and whose conscience approves their conduct, will pursue their principles unto death.
~ Leonardo da Vinci
At LdVCS, we hope to cultivate in your child the positive habits of mind that successful people exhibit when they approach and solve complex problems in intelligent ways. The “habits of mind” described by Art Costa include:
1. Thinking and communicating with clarity
2. Persisting
3. Listening with understanding and empathy
4. Gathering data through all the senses
5. Creating, imagining, and innovating
6. Thinking about your thinking
7. Responding with wonderment and awe
8. Questioning and problem-posing
9. Taking responsible risks
10. Managing impulsivity
11. Finding humor
12. Thinking Flexibly
13. Thinking interdependently
14. Remaining open to continuous learning
16. Applying past knowledge to new situations
