As students grow up, they are constantly learning new skills. For instance, students learn new academic material every year. Additionally, they explore new skills, such as dance and soccer, outside of school. Honestly, it takes a lot of confidence to try something new. Consequently, this means that … [Read more...] about Encouraging Confidence with The Dot
Teaching Personal Space with Don’t Hug Doug
Everyone has their own preferences when it comes to respecting personal space. For instance, some students love hugs. However, others do not. This is because hugs can be so comforting to one person while they are incredibly awkward to others. Likewise, some people do not mind being physically close … [Read more...] about Teaching Personal Space with Don’t Hug Doug
Building a Community with Thank you, Omu
Teachers work so hard to create a positive classroom community. Honestly, they know the power of students working together. However, students must realize that a positive community goes beyond the classroom. As students get older, they become members of extracurricular activities. Likewise, they are … [Read more...] about Building a Community with Thank you, Omu
Celebrating the Thanksgiving Parade with Balloons Over Broadway
As Thanksgiving Day comes closer, children are excited about so many aspects. For instance, they cannot wait to see their family celebrating together. Additionally, they cannot wait to sit at the table and eat so much delicious food. However, one aspect that some are most excited about involves … [Read more...] about Celebrating the Thanksgiving Parade with Balloons Over Broadway
The Importance of Including Others with Strictly No Elephants
No one wants to feel left out. However, this happens to students every single day. For instance, students sit alone at lunch and play alone at recess daily. Additionally, there are students who do not have a partner when being able to work together. No teacher wants students to feel alone. … [Read more...] about The Importance of Including Others with Strictly No Elephants
Social Expectations to Teach with We don’t Eat Our Classmates
Learning how to act and behave while in social settings can be tricky! While it is important to be true to yourself, it is also essential to be respectful, kind, and polite. Therefore, students must learn to combine who they are with social expectations. Luckily, there are excellent books to tie … [Read more...] about Social Expectations to Teach with We don’t Eat Our Classmates