Tip #41 from Teacher Secrets for Parents (McKinley & Trombly) - Dealing with Stress
Today's tip for parents from two talented teachers comes from 365 Teacher Secrets for Parents by Cindy McKinley Alder and Patti Trombly. #41 R.E.F.R.E.S.H. Breathe…Deep ~The Snuggle Fabric Softener Bear Stress is not just something adults feel. Children can become stressed, too. Just think of what your child is expected to do every day. In one day, she learns new ideas and concepts in as much as six different subjects. When one subject is finished, it’s put away, and the next subject is pulled out. She must switch gears within minutes, multiple times a day. In between the academics, there is the stress of getting along with classmates. On the playground, during lunch, or at recess, social interactions, both positive and negative, take place every day. How many times has your child come home and complained about what another student said or did that may have hurt her feelings? Teach ...