Students have completed the Skills for Learning unit by learning how to be assertive. Students know that there are times when they may need help at school, at home, or in the community. They learned that being assertive means you can ask for help when you need it by using a voice people can hear, using manners, and stating exactly what it is they need help with. At school we practice being assertive when we ask our friends or teachers for help. Students will be using the skills for learning throughout the year and I'm looking forward to starting the next unit with students, Feelings & Empathy.
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Students have been learning the skill of self talk. We discussed how self talk can help you listen, focus attention, follow directions, and learn. Students practiced using self talk during guidance and I've encouraged them to use self talk to help them stay focused and ignore distractions when they are learning. Self talk is a valuable skill that students can use to help them learn, manage emotions, plan and problem solve. We will be using this skill throughout the year. One way you could have your child practice using self talk at home is by giving them two step directions and having them practice repeating the directions with their self talk to complete the task. You can access the Kindergarten and First grade Home Links below for other ways to support the skill of self talk.
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February 2019
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