Looks interesting - brain development

I thought you girls might appreciate this too. I plan to read Mind in the Making by Ellen Galinsky sometime soon. Looks good.

http://imaginationsoup.net/2011/06/books-for-your-nightstand/

It talks about 7 essential skills for children:
1. Focus and Self Control
2. Perspective Taking
3. Communicating
4. Making Connections
5. Critical Thinking
6. Taking On Challenges
7. Self-Directed, Engaged Learning