WHY DO CHILDREN BULLY?
Yes, another school year has begun! Will we see bullying occurring again this year? Bullying is a concern and we need to be aware of it! What are reasons, effects and warning signs? There are all kinds of reasons why…
FOCUS ON BEHAVIOR
This skill on focusing on behavior is easy to understand but more difficult to use. That’s because we tend to focus on other people’s attitudes or personalities when we interact with them. We are continually making judgments about other people’s…
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN COOPERATIVE GAMES AND COMPETITION GAMES?
Cooperative games help children develop the essential skills of cooperation, communication, empathy, and conflict resolution by giving them an opportunity to work together toward a common goal. These games require the skills of everyone in the group, not of just one…
REASONS WHY WE COMMUNICATE
Dictionary defines communication: “to act one upon another.” We use our communication to: share information comment ask questions express wants and needs develop social relationships develop social etiquette which is polite behavior in society Thus, communication is much more than our wants and needs. Does our main reason for communication change over…
Story about Anger
A man from Michigan had an idea for removing a stump from his yard. He decided to use a few sticks of dynamite he had stored away in his house. First he tried 6 sticks of dynamite but that did…
Five Ways to Teach Children Science
Getting involved with children’s education is the single best way to ensure they learn according to their potential. It's especially fun and easy to participate in science education. You don't need to be a scientist, or have lots of facts…
PRAISE!
PRAISE Praise is defined in the Webster's Dictionary as "the act of expressing approval or admiration; commendation." Praise statements indicate that an adult's preferences have been followed and often begin with the phrase "I like..." Teachers use praise to foster…
Indoor and Outdoor Games for Children
Children love to play games, imitate, participate with others and just have a good time. These games have the goals needed for the teacher to motivate children to use those muscles and exercise their bodies into a fun-based educational learning…
Active Learning Game Ideas
Active learning is a process whereby children engage in activities. These games are “active learning” ideas which provide a physical outlet and reinforce important academic and affective domain skills. a. The Grocery Store Is Loaded With – An indoor game,…
Why is Play So Important For Child Development?
THE BENEFITS OF PLAY Play allows children to use their creativity while it develops: • Their imagination, • Their dexterity, • Their physical, • Their cognitive and • Their emotional strength Play is important to healthy brain development. It is…