Category Archives: Behavior

Kissing in School ?

Many, many, many years ago when I taught third grade, girls would complain that boys tried to kiss them at school.  These same complaints have now found their way into first grade classrooms.   Both boys and girls are trying to … Continue reading

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Behavior Affects School Progress

There is a direct correlation between a child’s school behavior and his/her ability to listen, learn, stay on task and complete their work. First graders act like first graders.  They should! These young children are only 6 and 7 years … Continue reading

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Tips From The Teacher

I completed my parent conference this week and not only did I do a lot of listening but I also did a lot of talking!  Teachers often are full of suggestions for parents to try out at home with their … Continue reading

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What To Do When Kindergartners Misbehave

Parents repeatedly ask me for guidance in dealing with their Kindergartners who are misbehaving.  Several factors could contribute to your child’s behavior issues and if the behavior issues escalate to such a stage that the inappropriate behaviors happen several times … Continue reading

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