One of the joys of my work is that I get to listen to kids. As a reading and writing teacher, usually what I'm listening for and observing is how a child is processing print, whether it's reading, writing or spelling. I listen to see if a child is tentative or confident, enthusiastic or stressed out. I also listen carefully for how a child is thinking so I can teach to each particular student.
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| Shakespeare Strikes the Children--costumes and swords a must~ |
Lucky for me, the way kids think and what they say can be extremely entertaining. They don't see things through adult eyes. The world is fresh...they often say exactly what's on their minds. And kids are naturally creative and smart...Here are a few of my favorite kid comments:
Advice from Ten Year Old Students
#1 Writing:
“If you want to know a bit about my story,
watch my face as I write. I change expressions as I act out the
characters in my mind.”
#2 Scientific
Experiment:
“I tried to fly once.
It was a really bad experience.”
#3 Historical
Fact:
“Whoever invented hot chocolate is a genius.
#4 Metacognition:
“I don’t know what kettle of non-sense I’m in now.”
#5 Creativity:
“Don’t just wait at the bus stop for the Muse to pick
you up."
See what I mean? I don't give grades, but, seriously, if I did, they'd all get an A+.
