21 TIPS FOR TEACHERS TO FOSTER A CONNECTION WITH A CHILD
According to the National Center on Quality Teaching and Learning, there are at least 21 ways to foster a connection with a child. These are:
- Ask questions.
- Give warm greetings and good-byes.
- Laugh together.
- Play.
- Listen.
- Validate feelings.
- Encourage effort.
- Give affection.
- Share in activities.
- Provide support.
- Remember what a child tells you.
- Let the child take the lead.
- Encourage friendships.
- Share personal stories.
- Create special handshakes.
- Listen to a child’s favorite music.
- Incorporate the child’s interest.
- Get on the floor.
- Give classroom jobs.
- Maintain eye contact.
- Call home for GOOD behavior.
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