Looking for practical ways to help young children develop patience? Check out this insightful Edutopia article on strategies for teaching patience in the classroom. It's a great read for anyone working with infants, toddlers, or preschoolers!
What stands out about these strategies is how well they align with high-quality teacher-child interactions, like those emphasized in the CLASS tool.
🌟 Emotional Support: The article highlights the importance of acknowledging children's feelings and modeling calm responses - a key part of fostering emotional resilience.
🧡 Classroom Organization: Predictable routines and visual cues help children understand expectations and practice waiting, supporting self-regulation and independence.
🧠 Instructional Support: Using playful activities to teach patience provides opportunities for rich conversations, problem-solving, and cognitive growth.
How do you encourage patience in your classroom? Have you tried any of the strategies mentioned in the article? Have you read that Mo Willems book? It's a favorite in my house!
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Liz Savage
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