An effective technique for decreasing discipline problems is to devote more time in role playing procedures. In such a training, a teacher demonstrates step by step how to follow their instructions prior to the time they actually are expected to follow directions. Preparing clear steps and reminders to students for classroom procedures enables them to… Read more »
There are all kinds of reminders that a teacher can create to assist children in remembering what they need to do in order to follow through on their jointly created plans and agreements. You might want to review the steps of making an agreement below. 1. It s critical to make and verbalize the agreement… Read more »
Book Review The children in the book had to think of a creative way to give someone a hug coupon. I have a heart pocket of these in my center for the children to give each other anytime they need a hug. For those children who would rather not be hugged by a person, I… Read more »
Never be afraid to try something new. Remember, amateurs built the ark. Professionals built the Titanic. – Author Unknown
“The will of the people is the only legitimate foundation of any government, and to protect its free expression should be our first object.” – Thomas Jefferson
Everything is always okay in the end, if it’s not, then it’s not the end. – Unknown
When guiding a student, there are several steps you need to take to make sure the student keeps listening as you outline a course of action. Step 1. Get up close and on the same eye level as the child. You can even kneel below the child looking up to their eyes as you guide… Read more »
I was recently at one of Gene’s seminars in Calgary, Canada and I shared something that he suggested I submit. I teach Kindergarten and at the beginning of every year we sit down as a class to decide what the “rules” of our class will be. After brainstorming the usual ideas (no hitting, be a… Read more »
Cedar Park Elementary School The Cedar Park Elementary School has included their core values in their Behavior Code. 1. Play Safely Physical roughness is not allowed. Follow bicycle rules. 2. Be Respectful *for self *for others *for your environment 3.Be a Friend Share. Talk things out. Treat everyone as you wish to be treated. 4…. Read more »
Every man, according to an ancient legend, is born into the world with two bags suspended from his neck. A small bag in front full of his neighbors’ faults, and a large bag behind filled with his own faults. Hence it is that men are quick to see the faults of others, and yet are… Read more »
