Tip #8 from 365 Teacher Secrets for Parents - Life is full of learning
Today's tip for parents (from two talented teachers) comes from 365 Teacher Secrets for Parents by Cindy McKinley Alder and Patti Trombly (yes, those are the two talented teachers). #8 Life is Full of Learning The work can wait while you show the child the rainbow, But the rainbow won’t wait while you do the work. ~Patricia Clafford Everywhere you go and everything you do with your child is an opportunity for learning. Of course, you do not want everything you say and do to become a lesson, but just being aware of the endless opportunities can broaden your child’s view of the world. A good teacher will bring all of the classroom lessons to life by showing how they apply to the real world. You can do this, too. Here are some examples: ● Ask your child questions about gas when you’re filling up the tank. ● Read signs together while driving somewhere. ● Predict and...