Best Questions to ask at the Dinner Table- This article has some questions and ideas for family dinner time! "A recent OECD report found that, around the globe, kids whose parents spend time talking to them and eating family dinners were more satisfied with life and more performed better in science."
The Family Dinner Project – We strongly believe in the benefits of family dinners, and this website shares some great tips about how to make them happen, why they’re beneficial, and some family dinner success stories. Worth reading! The post titled, “Want Kids To Be Better Readers: Have Dinner Together” is one of our favorites!
Eight Ways to Bring Mindfulness in Your Family- We spend a lot of time learning about mindfulness in the classroom. Our peace corner, mind and body time and transition breaks are just some of the mindful practices you will see in our classroom.
The Secret Power Of Play – This is a good reminder that free play is just as crucial to a well rounded education as math or literacy. This is the type of play we encourage at Rick Marcotte
Central School.
Parents, it’s time to get out of the way and let your kids just play! – There is a difference between providing highly structured play and giving children the opportunity to have free playtime. This article is important for teachers too, not just parents.
The Secret To Raising Creative Kids Is Easier Than You Think – This is a great article on “raising creative kids” and “boredom.” While it speaks to parents at home, we wonder about the implications for educators in the classroom. The article really aligns with our daily free exploration time.
Teaching Kids To Be More Independent – As Kindergarten teachers, we really encourage this kind of independence. Here are some ideas to try at home!
Seven Reasons To Not (Always) Answer Your Child’s Questions – This is another wonderful post that informs our thinking about how responses to our children’s questions can develop creative thinking skills, confidence and independence when we sometimes respond without giving an answer.
https://twitter.com/ONTSpecialNeeds/status/956613090044514305
See A Child Differently And You See A Different Child – Here's a great post that gives us something to think about!
Here are some great resources on the importance of moving in the classroom. Ask your child about the different seating options, GoNoodle breaks and self-regulation activities we use in the classroom!
Move Over, ‘Sit Still’! Why Kids Need To Move In Schools
Jump, Wiggle, Learn? Self-Regulation
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