Friday, October 2, 2009
My students have been working on manners and how to treat each other. The students have been working real hard to earn a heart with their name on it to put up in the room. Last week we discussed hitting. We read the book "Hands Are Not For Hitting" and they sat so quietly as I read, it was amazing. I have noticed that everytime someone gets hit they repeat the chorus from the book, "hands are not for hitting" and then they some something that we discussed about what hands are for such as "hands are for saying hello." The children love taking Wilbur home and being able to share what they did with him. This week we talked about using kind words. Well my husband had to be rushed to the hospital and I was out for two days. When I came back my students said Mrs. Myrick remember what you said about kind words and I said yes well one by one they all said something to cheer me up. They said things like me and mommy prayed for your husband, I hope your husband feels better, and we love you Mrs. Myrick we are glad you are back. Needless to say they all received a heart with their name on it to put up for using kind words. I can see the children are really learning to use proper manners and the appropriate way to treat others just by thier actions and words. I love this! A good website on ideas for building manners is www.getset4k.org
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It must be rewarding to see the children transferring what they are learning! When we see them living it,we know it's "sinking in". I hope your husband is feeling better, too.
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ReplyDeleteThis is a wonderful accomplishment that your children are picking up so quick on using manners! I hope all is well with your husband. Children can be so loving with just a little be of guidance from a loving teacher! I cannot wait to hear more things about your project. Thanks for sharing the website for building manners. I have used it some with my first graders.
ReplyDeleteIf we stop teaching our children manners, our society will be in a heap of trouble! Practicing manners leads to caring about others which in turns makes this world a better place to live. Teaching manners is the front line of kindness. Keep up the good work.
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