Kids say the craziest things. From "my mom kicked a cat last night" to "my sister has a mustache" and "tomorrow is my grandma's birthday" they love to tell their teachers everything that (to them) is important in their lives.
I am assuming I am not the only person out there that is guilty of nodding and saying "o wow" as the child is trying to tell me something random in the middle of a transition or while i am doing seven things at once. I feel bad sometimes but there is just not enough time in the day as it is and the random comments just make me stressed out and off track.
So lately when it is an inappropriate time for them to tell me things, i ask them to wait until recess and then i would love to hear about whatever they have to say. But when the time comes I have really been working on listening to them while they talk to me and making meaningful comments.
I think its a great idea to start the year by explaining that there are times during the day that are not appropriate times to share stories. But then give two or three times during the day that are good times to share. For example at recess or after lunch.
-Miss Hansen
They really do love to tell you everything about themselves. And....it's great when you get to listen. I agree, there is not enough time in the day. If only their parents knew everything they told us.....
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