One of the things that I find to be helpful is getting to know each student from the parent's perspective. Each little person in your room is somebody's greatest love. Parents have a wealth of information about their children that can be helpful when you're developing relationships.
During the first days of school, I give parents a homework assignment. I ask them to tell me all about their child in a million words or less.
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Why a million? That give parents the opportunity to write as much as the need or want! You'll really enjoy reading the letters that make their way in.
Best wishes for a great school year and I hope to see you here at Learning Lab again soon!
I love the "Million Words or Less" assignment. I'll definitely be using that in my classroom!
ReplyDeleteSo nice to be a part of this with all of you!
Smiles,
Rachel
Mrs O Knows
I like your "Million words or less" - I do something similar but in more of a question / answer type format.. I might try this idea this year!! Thank you! Great giveaway too ~ Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE this assignment! Thanks so much for the freebie! Nice to "hop" with you!
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