community building
january 29, 2015
the posters above are from Second Step - you can access grade 2 kits at dlc but click on the posters to enlarge
second step empathy poster
second step calm down poster
second step problem solving poster
check out this video clip in the second step website provided above - on problem solving
class activities below
A couple of other games
Tying and Untying: You will have to make two groups for this game too. Make each group stand in a circle. Each member of the group has to grab the hand of the person across him. When all have done this task, everyone will now grab the hand of any person in the circle, this will create a big knot. The leader of the group will have to help the group to untie the knot without actually helping to untie. He can take help of the members for suggestions. The group which succeeds first, wins.
Read more at Buzzle: http://www.buzzle.com/articles/leadership-activities-for-elementary-students.html
these two below goes with Crockett's lesson above
working with the parent - to be a good leader - articles below
"My 8-year-old is too bossy!"
Teach her to use her leadership qualities without losing friends
Q. My 8-year-old daughter is really bossy, not just with her younger siblings, but her friends, too. I'm afraid other kids won't like her because of it. How can I reign her in?
This is a tough one, because the last thing you want to do is squash your daughter's natural leadership qualities. This, after all, is what her bossiness is all about, right? Wanting to lead? If she were a boy, we'd probably all be applauding her for being able to rally the troops. Instead of reigning in what could turn out to be fine qualities when she grows up, teach your daughter how to use her powers for good. Explain to her the difference between a true leader and someone who is bossy; let her know that while being a leader will give her a fair amount of friendly control over others, the latter can drive away kids she may actually like. Then show her how: A true leader doesn't hoard, yell, order, threaten, or be mean to others; instead, she is fair, kind, shares, and cares about other peoples' feelings. Let her know, too, that these are also qualities we all look for in a good friend. Now she's not going to stop being bossy right away; this is only the first of many conversations. So when you hear her slipping into her old habits, pull her to the side and remind her how to lead and be nice about it. Conversely, when you catch her in the act of using her newfound skills the right way, praise her for her efforts. Soon enough, she'll be making solid friendships and influencing people -- a profound skill that will ultimately serve her well.
video clips that may or may not be useful
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