This week we have been discussing expected and unexpected group behavior. We are working out how to be social detectives and read the people around us to see how we impact them. Are most people glad that we are here? We are looking at mindful practices that help us be in the moment, and focus on what needs to be done right here right now. We revisited the I WANT VERSES WE NEED. I want statements are useful at home and when you are doing your own thing. When you spend time at school you are in a groups situation that function best with a We need focus. When you do things that sprawl or lie down when your class is gathered at the carpet you are using an I want thought pattern, If you switch to the We need thought pattern it will be easy to see that there is not enough room for 20+ people to lie down. You will probably even see that other people might feel like laying down too, but are choosing to sit up and conserve space to be fair and considerate. This makes group situations pleasant and comfortable.
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BROOKE
9/21/2015 04:23:14 pm
thanks mrs.purkiss for the great presantain today I had lots of fun learning about the mindfullness in class
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Emily
9/21/2015 07:57:12 pm
Hi Mis Purkiss I am in Grade 5 and I LOVE the video that you showed us.
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Sam
10/6/2015 04:21:58 pm
You are the best teacher ever!!!!!!!
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Shannon
10/15/2015 08:55:31 am
I Love PowerHour. I am almost done my bunny project.
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AuthorI am Lauren Purkiss, teacher at Prince of Wales School. I work out of Room 10 as Lead teacher for the Bridges Program as well as a Learning Leader for the school population. I have three children of my own, two boys ages 24 and 21, as well as my daughter, 16. My passion is to support our reluctant learners and their families. My door is always open. Come for a visit anytime. Archives
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