A Mindful Teacher
Transforming conventional classrooms into social-emotional learning sanctuaries.
We think we know what they need. We know what's best for them. But do we really know what they are thinking and going through exactly? Just ask them.
No one will give us permission, so we just have to take it!
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Safety is a basic need. As teachers, we need to make sure they feel safe before we can expect to get any knowledge into their brains π§
As long as we can stop our immediate reactions to their anger, we can sit with them and truly HEAR πthem π
Be that person βοΈ
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So sweet... and so disruptive... π π₯°
Our own past experiences affect our relationships with others, including our students β€οΈ
Important reminder! π
π· We Teach, Let's Talk
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"What's the purpose of school?" a teacher asked her class. This kid's answer makes our day. β€οΈ
When your students share something special with you β it's a big deal, says teacher Mrs. Moore: