There are a lot of mattress companies in South Carolina that claim to have the perfect mattress for everyone. At Sleep King, we believe that every person is different and has different needs when it comes to their mattress. That's why our mattress store in Walterboro, SC, has a wide variety of beds and brands to choose from. That way, you can find the right mattress for your body and get the very best sleep quality possible.
As a family-owned and operated mattress store with more than 40 years of experience in the sleep industry, we know a thing or two about comfortable mattresses. Walterboro residents choose Sleep King because we provide our customers with a personalized shopping experience. When you walk through our showroom doors, we want you to feel comfortable - both on our mattresses and with our store associates. At Sleep King, you won't ever have to worry about pushy salespeople and limited selection. Instead, you will discover that we encourage you to take your time as you search for your next bed. Sleep is incredibly important, and by proxy, finding the right mattress for your body type is too.
When you visit our showroom in Walterboro, know that we are a full-service store with mattress experts ready to help. From questions about mattresses and their warranties to financing and mattress delivery, there's no question we haven't heard before.
We carry some of the most popular brands in America, and unlike other mattress stores in Walterboro, offer them at the lowest prices around, guaranteed. There's a reason why we were voted your #1 mattress store in the Lowcountry - because we truly care about our customers and their quality of sleep!
Looking for discounts? Need to buy your mattress on a strict budget? We've got you covered at our new mattress clearance center in Walterboro, where we have more than 50 models on display at 50-80% off retail value. Don't forget to ask us about our flexible financing options, where no credit is needed to make a purchase. Paying cash? We'll knock 5% off your bill!
As if that weren't enough reason to visit, remember that we provide free delivery, setup, and removal of your old mattress for FREE when you make a purchase at Sleep king.
Our business model is simple - give customers quality beds from national brands at amazing prices, coupled with unmatched customer service. We know that your sleep is essential but also understand that normal folks aren't made of money. You need a solution that isn't going to break the bank, which is why we offer up to 75% off our products.
When we say we have a bed for every budget, we're serious.
A few of our mix and match deals include:
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Twin Mattress Sets Beginning | at $169.00 |
Full Mattress Sets Beginning | at $199.00 |
Queen Mattress Sets Beginning | at $229.00 |
King Mattress Sets Beginning | at $449.00 |
Of course, a mattress would be incomplete without a headboard, footboard, and rails. For queen mattresses, those items combined are only $199. At our mattress store, we pledge to beat any competitor's price on similar product specs - guaranteed! Here are just a few of the benefits of shopping at Mattress King
At Sleep King, we carry the largest selection of high-quality national brand mattresses in Walterboro.
Often considered the best mattress brand in the world, innovation sets MLILY mattresses apart from others. Our customers love MLILY mattresses because they are expertly built through decades of research and rigorous testing. The folks at MLILY are committed to precision, meaning every detail of product detail they push is geared towards the ultimate satisfaction and comfort.
Restonic Mattresses: Restonic line of mattresses are multi-layered beds with cooling foam technology that adds resilience, support, and temperature control. The result is a cool, comfy sleep that leaves you refreshed and ready to attack the day.
Every mattress in the Comfort Sleep lineup has a great combo of support and comfort, making for a restful night's sleep. With heavy-gauge coils and high-performance materials, these mattresses are durable and built to last. Be sure to try one of these mattresses out in our showroom - our customers love the pocketed coils and minimal motion transfer.
The Golden brand is lesser known than some, like Tempurpedic. Still, it is a quality product with many foam and non-foam options that we think you'll love. Choose from standard memory foam, hybrid, and innerspring options while visiting our showroom in Walterboro.
There's much more to choosing a good bed than how you think it will look in your bedroom. There's plenty to think about, from innerspring options to memory foam and even hybrid mattresses. At Sleep King, our priority is our customers. We pride ourselves on excellent customer service. We want to do right by you, which why we want to be sure you find the perfect bed when you visit our mattress store in Walterboro, SC. To help you get started, here are a few tips on choosing the best bed for your sleep needs.
This tip might seem like a no-brainer to some, but it's important that you visit a showroom so that you can lay on different beds to get a feel for what you like. At Mattress King, you will have the chance to explore different styles, designs, and shapes, and mattress materials. Finding a bed online at a price you can afford is great, but you should lie on the bed first, not just look at it on a screen.
Here's a surprising fact: just because a mattress costs more money, it doesn't mean it's going to be a better bed. Sure, more expensive beds might have newer technologies and materials, but not everyone has the budget to walk into a mattress store in Walterboro and spend $3,000. Figure out what price range you're comfortable paying and look at the best options for your bottom line.
Before you swing by our showroom and start trying out beds, it might be a good idea to measure the space where your new mattress will go. If your bedroom is on the small side, a king-sized bed might be too big. Similarly, a small bed in a huge room might make for strange aesthetics. Aim for a reasonable amount of room around your bed - enough where you can walk around comfortably. As mentioned above, get specific measurements of the area you plan to use. That way, you have peace of mind knowing your new mattress will fit in your bedroom.
This tip often comes down to personal preference. It will take a little bit of trial and error to figure out which material works best for your back - innerspring, memory foam, or latex. While your friend's and family's opinions matter, keep in mind that their mattress choice was subjective. What works for them won't necessarily work for you.
Also called coil mattresses, innerspring beds are probably the most well-known on this short list. Innerspring mattresses are often more affordable than their latex and memory foam counterparts. These beds are ideal for people who want a lot of support and a cooler night's sleep.
This material is known for its great cooling properties and overall comfort. With latex, there are no strange off-gassing odors like you sometimes get with memory foam. Latex mattresses are ideal for people who want a responsive, bouncy feel and may have problems sleeping hot.
First developed by NASA in the 70s, memory foam is probably the most popular material in the modern mattress market. Memory foam conforms to every inch of your body, giving you maximum comfort and support. Memory foam is also know for its anti-motion properties. Memory foam can be a great choice if you tend to toss and turn at night and sleep with a partner who wakes up when you do. Memory foam mattresses are ideal for people who need pressure relief, good support, and refreshing comfort.
If you have a bad back, it's crucial that you find a mattress with proper support. Slat and spring beds often offer plenty of support, but latex and memory foam options have come a long way. If you want memory foam or latex but find the support to be subpar, consider an adjustable base instead of a normal platform. That way, you can always sleep in a comfortable position that benefits your back.
You read that right! Sleep King is the first choice for quality beds in Walterboro, but we also have a huge selection of furniture for your home. If you're looking for a one-stop-shop for mattresses and furniture alike, you have come to the right place. If you're shopping for a new mattress at the best price possible, why not throw in a bedroom suite at an amazing price too?
Living Room Sets - from traditional-style suites with classic textures to modern sets with attractive upholstery, we will help you find the best living room set for your home.
Bedroom Suites - our bedroom suites range from contemporary to classic and come in a variety of colors and styles to compliment your new mattress purchase.
Daybeds - from English-style daybeds available in espresso and cherry colors to multi-purpose beds with pull-out trundles, our selection of daybeds is unbeatable.
Futons - if you have younger children, they will love our futons. Who are we kidding? Adults do too! Futons are incredibly useful in small spaces and convert into comfy-cozy beds perfect for kids of all ages.
Bunkbeds - bunkbeds are another great option to consider if you have kids. Whether you have a classic-style home or an apartment, we have a style that fits you.
If you like what you see but don't have time to visit our mattress store in Walterboro, don't worry. Our online store is bursting with new items and deals every day. From mattresses and bedding to furniture sets and special sale items, Mattress King has got it all. With the highest quality mattresses, the best prices in Walterboro, a giant showroom with all the options, and a full team of helpful sales associates, you won't ever need to find another mattress and furniture store again!
GET FREE ESTIMATEWALTERBORO, S.C. (WCSC) - The City of Walterboro has been accepted into a state program to revitalize their historic downtown area in hopes of bringing economic success to the community.Walterboro joins over 30 other communities like Beaufort, Kingstree, and Orangeburg in the Main Street South Carolina network, which aims to address issues that challenge historic commercial districts.“People who have grown up in this town have seen it gone from a very vibrant, bustling downtown that had pharmacies, restaurants, banks,&rdq...
WALTERBORO, S.C. (WCSC) - The City of Walterboro has been accepted into a state program to revitalize their historic downtown area in hopes of bringing economic success to the community.
Walterboro joins over 30 other communities like Beaufort, Kingstree, and Orangeburg in the Main Street South Carolina network, which aims to address issues that challenge historic commercial districts.
“People who have grown up in this town have seen it gone from a very vibrant, bustling downtown that had pharmacies, restaurants, banks,” Scott Grooms, director of tourism and downtown development for the City of Walterboro said. “I’d love to see downtown just totally populated again with that to where people come downtown to shop and do day to day business.”
Business owners downtown say they love the area’s southern charm and small town feel but agree that some updates would bring in more business.
“I think we have incredible potential I just think we need some help in realizing what all we have,” Jessica Burdick, owner of Twig Boutique, said.
In the coming weeks, Main Street SC will come to Walterboro and bring in a research crew to find out what the city is doing right, and what they could do better, holding meetings with stakeholders, residents, and public officials to find out their vision for downtown. Then, they will assist Walterboro in coming up with strategies to achieve that vision.
“I think it’s gonna bring new business, a lot of potential for a lot of our local people for things different to do, and hopefully some beautification and some buildings that are currently empty, to fill those as well,” Heather Larson, co-owner of Colleton Day Spa, said.
Before the team arrives, the city has posted a survey asking people who live, work, and spend time in Walterboro to share what they think the most pressing issues facing downtown are, what types of businesses they would like to see, and more.
You can find that survey here. You’re encouraged to submit honest feedback about what you would like to see downtown until Jan. 25.
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For the Press & StandardOn Tuesday, Jan. 17, the School Superintendents Association (AASA), announced the recipients of the 2023 “Helping Kids Mini-Grants”, a program funded by AASA, and supported by its government cooperative procurement partner, Sourcewell.This year, $108,000 in funds have been distributed to 35 school districts across the country and have been used for everything from urgent everyday necessities to disaster relief. As a continuation of AASA’s “Live Well. Lead Well.” initiati...
For the Press & Standard
On Tuesday, Jan. 17, the School Superintendents Association (AASA), announced the recipients of the 2023 “Helping Kids Mini-Grants”, a program funded by AASA, and supported by its government cooperative procurement partner, Sourcewell.
This year, $108,000 in funds have been distributed to 35 school districts across the country and have been used for everything from urgent everyday necessities to disaster relief. As a continuation of AASA’s “Live Well. Lead Well.” initiative, AASA is providing these funds to districts for assistance with promoting healthy students, healthy staff and healthy buildings. In addition, funds are also being provided to districts impacted by 2022 natural disasters.
“AASA wants to help. As the nation’s premier organization serving public school districts and school district leadership, a major part of what we stand for is to help school districts, especially those who need our help the most,” said Daniel A. Domenech, executive director, AASA. “We thank Sourcewell for making this relief effort possible. This partnership speaks to the unparalleled commitment being made to school districts nationwide.”
“Our mission at Sourcewell is to be a source multiplier. This is an opportunity where we can work with AASA and school districts to make a real difference with students, families, and the communities in which these families live,” said Chad Coauette, executive director, chief executive officer, Sourcewell. “We are so proud of the longstanding relationship we have with AASA. Through this relationship, we are grateful to play a small role in helping to establish stability on behalf of the honorees, especially in the uncertain times we’re in.”
For 2023, the following school districts were chosen to receive the AASA/Sourcewell “Helping Kids Mini-Grants.”
Adams 12 Five Star Schools:
Thornton, Colo.
Superintendent: Chris Gdowski
Abington School District
Abington, Pa.
Superintendent: Jeffrey Fecher
Bozrah School District / Fields Memorial School
Bozrah, Conn.
Superintendent: Denise Grant
Brush School District RE – 2J
Brush, Colo.
Superintendent: William Wilson
Colleton County School District
Walterboro, S.C.
Superintendent: Vallerie Cave
Dallas School District 2
Dallas, Ore.
Superintendent: Steve Spencer
Glens Falls Common School District
Glens Falls, N.Y.
Superintendent: Brian George
Highlands School District
Natrona Heights, Pa.
Superintendent: Monique Mawhinney
Intermediate District 287
Plymouth, Minn.
Superintendent: Marcy Doud
Kuspuk School District
Aniak, Alaska
Superintendent: Madeline Aguillard
Savannah-Chatham County Public Schools
Savannah, Ga.
Superintendent: Ann Levett
School District of Mellen
Mellen, Wis.
Superintendent: Rhonda Elhorst-Friemoth
Susquenita School District
Duncannon, Pa.
Superintendent: Jon-David Fox
Washington Local Schools
Toledo, Ohio
Superintendent: Kadee Anstadt
West Yellowstone School District
West Yellowstone, Mont.
Superintendent: Coul Hill
Woodland Community Consolidated School District 50
Gurnee, Ill.
Superintendent: Robert Machak
The following school districts were chosen to receive disaster relief funds through the program.
Beaufort County Schools
Washington, N.C.
Superintendent: Matthew Cheeseman
Brunswick County Schools
Bolivia, N.C.
Superintendent: Jerry Oates
Carteret County Public Schools
Beaufort, N.C.
Superintendent: Richard Paylor
Charlotte County Public Schools
Port Charlotte, Fla.
Superintendent: Steve Dionisio
Collier County Public Schools
Naples, Fla.
Superintendent: Kamela Patton
The School District of DeSoto County
Arcadia, Fla.
Superintendent: Bobby Bennett
Flagler Schools
Bunnell, Fla.
Superintendent: Cathy Mittelstadt
Georgetown County School District
Georgetown, S.C.
Superintendent: Keith Price
Glades County School District
Moore Haven, Fla.
Superintendent: Beth Barfield
Hardee County Schools
Wauchula, Fla.
Superintendent: Bob Shayman
The School Board of Highlands County
Sebring, Fla.
Superintendent: Brenda Longshore
Hillsborough County Public Schools
Tampa, Fla.
Superintendent: Addison Davis
The School District of Lee County
Ft. Myers, Fla.
Superintendent: Christopher Bernier
School District of Manatee County
Bradenton, Fla.
Superintendent: Cynthia Saunders
Onslow County School District
Jacksonville, N.C.
Superintendent: Barry D. Collins
The School District of Osceola County
Kissimmee, Fla.
Superintendent: Debra Pace
Sarasota County Schools
Sarasota, Fla.
Superintendent: Brennan Asplen
Volusia County School District
Deland, Fla.
Superintendent: Carmen Balgobin
Ponce Education Region of the
Puerto Rico Department of Education
Ponce, Puerto Rico
Superintendent: Roberto Rodriguez
Since 2012, AASA and Sourcewell have worked together to create the mini-grant program. For additional questions, please contact Leigh Hines at leigh.hines@aasa.org.
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On Wednesday, Dec. 28 a community meeting was held that centered around theconcerns and questions that local citizens have about a men’s transitional houseproposed to open in March of 2023 to potentially house between 50- 100 offenders.Those in attendance were Mayor Bill Young, Sheriff Guerry ‘Buddy’ Hill, several localmedia outlets, and approximately 75 concerned citizens of Walterboro.Shield Ministries has purchased the property located at 1705 Barracada Rd, formallyknown as Livin...
On Wednesday, Dec. 28 a community meeting was held that centered around the
concerns and questions that local citizens have about a men’s transitional house
proposed to open in March of 2023 to potentially house between 50- 100 offenders.
Those in attendance were Mayor Bill Young, Sheriff Guerry ‘Buddy’ Hill, several local
media outlets, and approximately 75 concerned citizens of Walterboro.
Shield Ministries has purchased the property located at 1705 Barracada Rd, formally
known as Living Word Church, and have already made improvements to it. This location
would place the men’s house amid a residential area where families, churches, and
schools are.
Shield Ministries is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization founded by Reverend David
Truluck and his wife Melodie Truluck. Shield Ministries' home office is in Charleston and
their program is described as a means to help men that have been in prison to make to
transition back into civilian life. The transitional house would host first-time and non-
violent offenders of a variety of charges, including but not limited to sex offenses.
According to the 2021 annual report provided by Shield Ministries, 70 percent of the
participants in the Charleston locations are registered sex offenders. Visit
www.shieldministries.org/_files/ugd/6ae18f_552781bb122e43a5bb4b8966a83d83ed.pdf
for more information.
Attendees discussed how the founder; David Truluck is also a registered sex offender
who is said to be reformed. Additional information can be found at
www.homefacts.com/offender-detail/SC1287426/David-Montgomery-Truluck.
Those presenting at the meeting provided some statistical data and information about
the organization and its two founders. Based on the information discussed, there was a
consensus that rehabilitation and housing programs are positive initiatives. There was
also a consensus that it should not be in a residential area near potential victims if the
men with sexual charges were to re-offend while housed within the community.
According to state law, anyone that is registered cannot reside within 1,000 feet of any
school, childcare center, church, and park. When converted, 1,000 feet is about .19
miles. There is a church, Kingdom Hall, that is .20 miles away from the proposed house.
For more information visit
library.municode.com/sc/columbia/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=COOR_CH14OF
MIPR_ARTXSEOFRERE#:~:text=Any%20person%20required%20to%20register,playin
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Some of the concerns voiced by community members included how the founder,
Truluck was not forthcoming with all the plans, processes, and intent of the transitional
home with the community. Another concern is potentially accepting and bringing in more
convicted pedophiles into the community with no real evidence to ensure the safety of vulnerable residents within the community such as women, children, and those of
differing abilities.
An additional concern raised was how a small rural community such as Walterboro
would be able to support and sustain a facility with possible 50-100 men. Each male
that would reside within the transitional house would be required to obtain a job within
the community in order to pay for his stay at the facility. As of Aug. 2022, Walterboro
has an unemployment rate of 3.5 percent compared to Charleston’s unemployment rate
of 2.6 percent visit www.homefacts.com/unemployment/South-Carolina/Colleton-
County/Walterboro. With a small job market currently available, it could be difficult to
sustain employment opportunities for every citizen of the working age. The extra influx
of residents would also become taxing on other infrastructures such as medical care,
hospitalization, and law enforcement as well.
Meagan Bishop made the first post made on several local Facebook pages and Lisa
Langdale was also present for the meeting. Bishop is the daughter of Melodie Truluck.
She also stated that David Truluck was her abuser. She shared her story with those in
attendance. Langdale is a concerned member of the community along with several
citizens that have created an informational Facebook group page to spread awareness.
This page is called STOP Pedifiles Housing on Barracada Road. (*Note: Misspelling of
pedophiles is intentional, so Facebook algorithms do not block the page.)
Bishop explained that she was 12 years old at the time of the charges against Truluck
and his indictment. She stated that her mother gave up custody of all three of her
children in order to stay with David, her stepfather. She said, “I'm speaking from
experience that if Melody didn't care about protecting her own children, that she
definitely doesn't care about protecting your children or any other children that this may
ultimately harm.” Bishop also stated, “I just felt I needed to raise awareness to this
community about it. If I can just prevent one child from harm, I have to at least try to
stop this.”
Mayor Young assured the citizens that no city funding was provided for this transitional
house. He also indicated that the property is in the county outside of city limits, therefore
the city would not have or receive any permit requests. Those would have to go through
the county. Additionally, he said that he personally could not support this in Walterboro
and Colleton County.
Sheriff Hill stated that for a variety of reasons rehabilitation is paramount and that there
is a place for everything, but this location is not the place. He suggested that a location
that is not populated with residents would be more suitable.
*Update: As of Saturday, Dec. 31 the Shield Ministries has changed its webpage by
removing the image of the Barracada Road location along with its announcement of the
projected new location. At the time of publication of the article, the Press & Standard had reached out for a
statement from David Truluck. He responded via email “At this time we would like to say
we are considering multiple possibilities with the property in Colleton County.”
The Shield Ministries webpage includes a statement, “The mission of Shield Ministries
is to teach men how to think, choose, and build correctly which promotes healing; to
teach life skills to help men overcome obstacles by using Christian biblical based
principals and mentorship to promote accountability and responsibility; and to provide
residential stability; of which all reduces recidivism.”
There is also a petition in circulation within the community to stop the transitional house
from opening. Citizens attended the Walterboro City Council meeting on Tuesday, Jan.
3 to voice their concerns. They also plan on attending the Colleton County Council
meeting Tuesday, Jan. 10 at 6 p.m.
For more information about Shield Ministries visit www.shieldministries.org, email
david.truluck@shieldministries.org, or call 843-209-7941.
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WALTERBORO, S.C. (WCIV) — The fight against a halfway house continues in Walterboro as residents will take their concerns to the Colleton County Council for the first time tonight.Several Walterboro residents are worried the proposed halfway house located on Barracada Road, can bring dozens of sex offenders to the area.However, despite a conversation on the county council’s agenda tonight, officials say Shield Ministries has not revealed plans yet.Shield Ministries purchased the land of an old, abandoned chur...
WALTERBORO, S.C. (WCIV) — The fight against a halfway house continues in Walterboro as residents will take their concerns to the Colleton County Council for the first time tonight.
Several Walterboro residents are worried the proposed halfway house located on Barracada Road, can bring dozens of sex offenders to the area.
However, despite a conversation on the county council’s agenda tonight, officials say Shield Ministries has not revealed plans yet.
Shield Ministries purchased the land of an old, abandoned church—speculated to be the future halfway house.
According to Colleton County Council Chair, Steve Murdaugh, no permits were filed by Shield Ministries, an action required for a residential facility to come before the council.
Despite the lack of action, residents say they want to get ahead of the issue, showing the county their concerns regardless.
“We don't expect an answer tomorrow. Really, we really don't expect an answer. We just want to present our case,” Walterboro resident Lisa Langdale, “Our plan is to give the county [our concerns], present our case and give the county every piece of ammunition we can to be able to say no to this because we just so feel like it's not the right thing for our community, and especially our neighborhood.”
Murdaugh says he does believe the proposed location is not suitable for the halfway house and could push for action to be taken tonight.
Shield Ministries responded to resident’s concerns in a statement saying, “right now, we are exploring all options with the property.”
In Shield Ministries' 2021 annual report, 70 percent of their applicants are registered as sex offenders. The company says between 40 and 50 men will live at the Walterboro location.
The proximity of the location on Barracada Road of the proposed halfway house worries residents, as it’s a quarter mile from a Jehovah’s Witness meeting location, Kingdom Hall Church and at least four schools within an eight mile radius.
The South Carolina law states sex offenders can’t live within 1000 feet of a church or a school bus stop. The proposed location is just over 1000 feet from Kingdom Hall by a hundredth of a mile, and many bus stops are in the immediate area.
“Ultimately our goal is to stop this because we don't want it in our neighborhoods. We have children, we have families. It is residential. It's not secluded, or isolated and I think that's what it was called at one point--and it's not,” Langdale said.
Sex offenders haven’t been a consistent problem for the town. Colleton County Sheriff’s Office reported statistics for sex offenses from 2020-2021 reveal sex crimes decreased nearly half, while other violent crimes increased.
Crime statistics Colleton County:
2021:
All of this and more will be discussed at the Colleton County council meeting tonight at 5:15 p.m. in Walterboro.
Stick with ABC News 4 for updates.
(Family Features) A new year is a perfect time to consider the habits you want to keep and the ones you’d like to develop. One resolution to consider is helping your children develop a growth mindset this year.“We know one of the greatest boosts to parents’ confidence over the past year came from knowing their children’s whole selves are being nurtured, and we want to see that trend continue,” said Carter Peters from KinderCare Learning Center’s education team. “A growth mindset helps children...
(Family Features) A new year is a perfect time to consider the habits you want to keep and the ones you’d like to develop. One resolution to consider is helping your children develop a growth mindset this year.
“We know one of the greatest boosts to parents’ confidence over the past year came from knowing their children’s whole selves are being nurtured, and we want to see that trend continue,” said Carter Peters from KinderCare Learning Center’s education team. “A growth mindset helps children try new things despite fear of failure. It’s the kind of thinking that allows inventors and creative thinkers to get excited about trying something new and ensures they have the cognitive flexibility and problem-solving skills to work through hurdles.”
Adults can often easily spot when children are engaged in creative thinking and prideful of their work, but that confidence may be lost as failures turn into insecurities. By nurturing a growth mindset and showing children they can learn and develop new skills in any area, it better sets them up for long-term success.
Consider these three tips to help children build a growth mindset:
Praise effort: It’s easy to fall into the habit of praising successes. However, praising effort encourages children to try new things without the fear of failing. It also teaches children personal growth and achievement are possible, even if their overall effort wasn’t a success.
“Young children often get excited to try something new,” Peters said. “By praising effort and showing children they’ll still be loved and valued despite the outcome, you can reframe how they approach challenges and teach them that difficult doesn’t mean impossible.”
Encourage the process: People often withhold praise until there’s a result, which leads children to hurriedly scribble a picture to hold up for a “good job” instead of taking time to focus on their efforts. When children know adults will encourage them during the process, instead of only upon the achievement, they’re more likely to try new things or master a new skill. For example, try providing encouragement such as, “I can see you’re focused on drawing that tree. It looks so lifelike because you’re putting so much thought into what you’re doing.” Once their project is finished, continue the encouragement by hanging up their artwork or school projects in a prominent place.
Model a growth mindset: You can model a growth mindset for children by narrating your actions when you are facing a challenge: “I am having a difficult time putting this shelf together, but it’s OK. I’ll take a break then read the instructions again.” Remove negative words from your vocabulary, such as “I can’t” or “I’m stupid.” Even when you are joking, children may not be able to tell the difference. You can also ask your children to join you in problem-solving. Take time to hear their ideas and try them even if you think they won’t work. This not only supports the development of their growth mindset, but the quality time and encouragement reinforces their sense of self-worth and builds confidence.
For more tips to help children develop a growth mindset, visit kindercare.com.
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