I was shopping at a local school supply store the other morning, checking out all of the cool new products and supplies (there are still great deals to be had), when I realized that the room seemed quieter than normal. There were less people studying the shelves. This trend continued as I drove to work, windows down and radio off.
Has anybody else noticed how quiet things have gotten? With all of our children back in school, the world almost seems like a different place during the day. Playful shouts and full swimming pools have been swapped for ringing bells and packed classrooms.
The first week of school is always an exciting time. There’s so much important work to be done: teacher/student introductions, class rules and expectations, first lessons, and more. It’s a time to set the tone for the school year, an opportunity to establish an environment that will allow your class to grow and learn together. And, of course, it’s an extremely fun time!
We would really like to hear how your first weeks are going. How are you setting the right mood for the coming months? What activities have you used to get things going? Any insanely fun stories to share? Write your stories and ideas in the comments section below!
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