by Fran Goldenberg
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IntroductionChildren, in times of stress, sometimes loose the ability to use words to problem solve. This acivity is designed to give a child a few minutes to "regroup" and use words that will hopefully comfort and inspire him.Click here to return to MenuAim To have a child becomes familiar with a quotation that will inspire him enough to release tension Click here to return to MenuRationale When a child is upset or in trouble, he may not want to be "talked at." By helping the child find a quote by a famous (not infamous) person, he will hopefully be able to leave the space he's in and be involved with another view. Click here to return to MenuGoals and Objectives The child will become calmer when he begins to interact with the computer lesson and the teacher. The child will think about a quotation by a famous person. The child will be inspired or intrigued by the quotation. The child will realized the benefit of stepping away from his problem until he can deal with it in a more rational manner. The child will see the teacher as a guide who can help him manage his emothions. Click here to return to MenuInstructional Plan Procedure: Steps A-G should take about 5 minutes. A. When the student comes in the teacher
asks if he would like to go on
Click here to return to MenuPre-reguisitesThere will be only one or two children at a time.The child will be over the age of 8. It would be helpful if they can read and write, though it is not a prerequisite. Click here to return to MenuSubject-MatterCharacter EducationHistory Biography Click here to return to MenuMaterials Printed evaluation sheet. Click here to return to MenuAssessment and EvaluationPrinted evaluation sheet.Child became calmer. Child was able to discuss quotation with the adult. Click here to return to MenuAppendices (optional, if needed)
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