So here we go!
I feel like I've been a little more -- grumpy, maybe?? harsher than I'd like?? I'm not sure what. But not the way I like with my students.
So Friday, I tried singing little made up songs to them --
you know like --- {Singing} put your books up, put your books up, come on everybody
And other ridiculously dorky songs.
And after one particularly wonderful one, a little friend said, "Mrs. Sanders, that's a catchy tune!"
Oh yes, my friends, I'm the catchy tune teacher!
I'm laughing as I type this -- I can't even remember what I was singing. But apparently, I have at least one fan!
Great job! Adding variety will help all of us get rid of the grumps. I will be singing more--thanks for the idea!
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Ya gotta read my post about bricks --lol! Sara
DeleteTry this one to the tune of the Hokey Pokey. You put your pencil up. Your put your pencil down. etc. You get the idea. That's how I signal that they need to get something out of their desks. Usually works like a charm, and they sing along of course. :)
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