Check Yourself!
What should my ears be doing?
Listening.
If I want my teacher's attention, what should I do?
Raise my hand!
If I need help, what should I do?
Raise my hand and ask for help!
If I feel upset, what should I do?
Ask for space/time or ask to talk it out.
If something we are learning is really tough, what should I do?
What should my eyes be doing?
Watching
If you want to ask or answer a question, what should you do?
Raise my hand.
Where should my school supplies be?
Next to me and ready for class!
When someone else is sharing, what should I be doing?
Listening and keeping my voice off.
If something seems REALLY tough, should I just give up?
No!! It is okay if it is tough! It is okay to make mistakes! Keep practicing and you can do anything!
What is my voice doing?
It is off.
If I need to go to the bathroom or get a drink of water, what should I do?
Raise my hand and ask first.
What does "be assertive" mean?
Asking for help when I need it!
Even if I'm very mad, should I still be nice to everyone?
Yes! Even when our feelings are big we should not take it out on someone else. Ask for help!
I'm confused about what I should be doing. How can I fix that problem?
Be assertive and ask for help! Everyone needs help sometimes!
What is my body doing?
Being still.
Should my video camera be on or off?
On!
Should I have all of my books, folders and supplies with me EVERY day?
Yes! We need ALL of our supplies to learn!
What does "giving a compliment" mean?
Telling something nice to someone. For example, "I like your drawing- you did a great job!"
If I make a mistake, will I get in trouble?
No way! Everyone makes mistakes and mistakes are how we learn and grow!
What is my brain doing?
Being focused.
Where should I stay during class?
My learning spot!
What does "staying on task" mean?
Doing my work and not letting myself get distracted.
If I'm raising my hand but the teacher hasn't called on me yet- what should I do?
Be patient! Please keep waiting quietly until you are called on. Sometimes the teacher can't call on you right away.
Even if I didn't finish, should I still show my work?
Yes! Try your best and show what you have so far. It is okay if you weren't sure how to finish.