The ability to build healthy relationships and communicate clearly, cooperate and collaborate effectively, and resolve conflicts.
When we start the year, some of my students don't really know how to be a student. They really do need practice in listening and communicating with each other. The best way to boost relationship skills in my room is by giving them time to play and be kids so that they can work through their conflicts in a healthy way. I am always listening or watching if they need me to intervene but allowing them to work through things is so important. I also try to encourage this through center time when I need them to work in small groups on their own. They love being able to help each other or to go to their peers when they need something.
When we start the year, some of my students don't really know how to be a student. They really do need practice in listening and communicating with each other. The best way to boost relationship skills in my room is by giving them time to play and be kids so that they can work through their conflicts in a healthy way. I am always listening or watching if they need me to intervene but allowing them to work through things is so important. I also try to encourage this through center time when I need them to work in small groups on their own. They love being able to help each other or to go to their peers when they need something.