As we head towards the final month of school, it would be easy for us to simply focus on the finish. But we are better than that. We have one more month to impact our students. One more month to show them how much we care. And most importantly...one more month of learning. The article below is a quick-read. It has some reminders for us about how we talk and the impact it has on our students. Let's be honest...we can all use a reminder and pick-me-up during this time of year. Our kids need it too!
Major Points of the Article (for those who won't open it):
An overall tone of safety and caring is largely set by the adults' positive language—what they say and how they say it
- Convey Belief in Children: Adults can use positive language to help children build that self-perception.
- Use Direct Language: Whether giving directions, noting positive behaviors, prompting children to remember rules, stopping misbehavior, or holding a discussion, it's important to use clear, direct language that is free of innuendo or sarcasm
- Reinforce Positive Behaviors: Reinforcing language identifies and affirms students' specific positive actions and encourages them to continue their appropriate behavior.
- Language Matters: Our words and tone of voice have a profound effect on children.
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