I lay down rules for crying/whining. If there is crying or whining, I tell my kids that they must be sick, hurt, or tired. I feel their forehead and say, you don’t feel sick. I look them over and say, you don’t look hurt. Oh you must be tired…and I pick them up and put… Read more »
“Quit, give up, you’re beaten!” They shout at me and plead. “There’s just too much against you now. This time you can’t succeed.” And as I start to hang my head In front of failure’s face, My downward fall is broken by The memory of a race. And hope refills my weakened will As I… Read more »
If I had my child to raise all over again, I’d build self-esteem first, and the house later. I’d finger paint more, and point the finger less. I would do less correcting and more connecting. I’d take my eyes off my watch, and watch with my eyes. I would care to know less and know… Read more »
“There is an infinite difference between a little wrong and just right; Between fairly good and the best; Between mediocrity and superiority.” Orison Swett Marden Self Control There is no better time to take up this character value than the month in which kids across America return to the classroom for a new academic year…. Read more »
Using the items listed below. Rate yourselves with the “consistently, sometimes, or never” scale. I suggest that you discuss it together and encourage everyone to be open, honest, and of course, respectful. I hope it will help you focus on important issues and improve the “climate” at your house. Circle the best description after you… Read more »
To Help Others A lack of stray pennies in the halls of the Franklin Township School has nothing to do with efficient janitors. The entire school population has been picking up the pennies as it works to collect money for Pennies for Peace. The nonprofit raises pennies — and only pennies — to fund education… Read more »
I do a variety of Yoga techniques with children and we also do another compassionate touch with a spine walk. Teach children the Yoga pose called child pose – laying face down like a small egg – Knees folded and upper torso folded over knees Once they learn Child’s pose, then I will ask permission… Read more »
A Welcome from the Editors Welcome everyone to the 2002-2003 school year.Our newsletter is in it’s seventh year of printing and the feedback from all of you on the solutions and strategies for your classroom continue to receive the highest accolades. We ask all of our contributors to share only practical solutions and strategies. Your… Read more »
Customer Service Rep (CS Rep): Yes, Ma’am, how can I help you today? Customer: Well, after much consideration, I’ve decided to install love. Can you guide me through the process? CS Rep: Yes, I can help you. Are you ready to proceed? Customer: Well, I’m not very technical, but I think I’m ready to install… Read more »
It’s much easier to deal with a small problem than having to deal with an insurmountable problem. – Michael Milken
