What kinds of invitations do we send to our children?
"Come on in, let me show you what to do"
"Come on in, and do whatever you want"
"Come on in, am I am here to support you"
Each type of invitation gets a different type of child. Most of the time, these invitations are unconscious...
This presentation will explore each type of invitation and its effect on children's development. Recognizing that the goal of the teachers and parents is to send invitations that value children's needs and creates a climate of belonging.
Objectives:
* Review what are "real" choices
* Analyze how to allow children to have power and control of their learning
* Practice strategies that support feelings of belonging