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Thinking Behaviors
Twelve ways children show growth
in the thinking behaviors.
| Attending | Focuses on the task at hand; is not easily distracted |
| Persistence | Keeps on trying; does not give up easily |
| Deliberativeness | Shows less impulsivity; thinks before acting |
| Flexibility | Open to alternatives; sees many possibilities |
| Precision | Uses words carefully; checks for accuracy; attends to details |
| Inquisitiveness | Asks questions; enjoys problem solving; is curious |
| Fluency | Can generate many different ideas |
| Originality | Enjoys making and doing original things |
| Empathy | Listens to others with sensitivity and understanding |
| Metacognition | Puts into words his/her own thinking; self-reflects |
| Elaboration | Build's on other people's thinking; offers added thoughts and suggestions |
| Risking | Willing to take on new challenges; not afraid of making mistakes |
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