There are three things that all young people strongly dislike. 1. Being preached at 2. Being put down by others, especially parents and teachers 3. Being yelled at
As teachers we know how difficult it can be to refrain from doing all three. When we're angry things just come out and we regret them right after the deed is done. Thank God for the phrase "I'm sorry."
We all seem to have a strong tendency to preach at our kids. And why shouldn't we? We were on the receiving end of preaching for a long time when we were kids. Now it's our turn.
The main reason why we should never preach at our students is this: It doesn't work. As much as we want them to listen and follow our words of wisdom and advice, they won't. Well friends I have found the secret to preaching without them considering it preaching. In fact they will actually enjoy it and it will do a lot to bond you to one another. "What's the secret?" I hear you asking excitedly! It's quite simple. Storytelling.
THE HAPPY TEACHER is for teachers of all grade levels and is designed to help them manage their ever increasing stress levels and boost their sagging morale. It is rooted in my belief that humour and attitude are vital to the health and well being of everyone especially educators. If you like this blog please encourage other teachers to share the fun and the laughter by joining the group. JUST INSERT YOUR EMAIL BELOW and CLICK SUBMIT
Friday, March 29, 2013
Wednesday, March 27, 2013
A Life Lesson Story For Teachers
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Storytelling is an invaluable skill for teachers, speakers and parents. We never give up our love for stories. Here is one for you to try out with your class, audience or family.
Two Merchants
In an ancient and far away city there lived two successful and
very competitive merchants who hated one another and were
constantly trying to better each other.
One night a messenger from God visited one of the merchants
and told him that he was instructed to grant him one wish and
one wish only.
There was only one condition attached to the granting of the
wish. Whatever the merchant wished for,the other merchant
would receive double his wish.
The merchant pondered his decision while the angel waited
patiently.
After a short time the merchant looked at the angel with a
slight smile on his face and said, " Make me blind in one eye."
Remember to let the story speak. Listen and ask leading questions but don't preach on the story.
For more on the art of storytelling for teachers Click Here
http://motivationalplus.com/cgi/a/t.cgi?happyteacher
Storytelling is an invaluable skill for teachers, speakers and parents. We never give up our love for stories. Here is one for you to try out with your class, audience or family.
Two Merchants
In an ancient and far away city there lived two successful and
very competitive merchants who hated one another and were
constantly trying to better each other.
One night a messenger from God visited one of the merchants
and told him that he was instructed to grant him one wish and
one wish only.
There was only one condition attached to the granting of the
wish. Whatever the merchant wished for,the other merchant
would receive double his wish.
The merchant pondered his decision while the angel waited
patiently.
After a short time the merchant looked at the angel with a
slight smile on his face and said, " Make me blind in one eye."
Remember to let the story speak. Listen and ask leading questions but don't preach on the story.
For more on the art of storytelling for teachers Click Here
Thursday, March 21, 2013
A Cartoon Every Teacher will Appreciate
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