Classrooms are bright and lively places each day. Students are learning new material and building relationships with classmates all day long. However, this also means classrooms can be loud, messy, and a bit chaotic. While nothing is wrong with this, there must be structure and compromise. This … [Read more...] about Practicing Conversation Skills with Quiet Please, Owen McPhee!
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Respecting Celebrations with Our Favorite Day of the Year
For many students, December is the best month of the year. They are so excited for Santa to bring presents and to watch the ball drop on New Year's Eve. However, it is vital to remember that only some students celebrate these holidays. Therefore, students must realize that everyone has their own … [Read more...] about Respecting Celebrations with Our Favorite Day of the Year
Making Mistakes is Okay Lesson
Sadly, students are under so much pressure to be perfect. This includes everything from academics to extracurriculars they try. Due to this pressure, they are often hesitant to try something new. They fear what others will think if something they do is not perfect. However, it is so vital for … [Read more...] about Making Mistakes is Okay Lesson
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
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