Sometimes it is difficult for students to know how to get along with one another. They can exclude each other or be unkind. Sometimes a student makes a mistake and it's difficult to know how to forgive them and still be friends with them. We share two wordless picture books that will help navigate how to respond to these situations.

Takeaways

• Wordless picture books can be powerful tools for teaching empathy.
• Books like I Walk With Vanessa and I Forgive Alex help students understand social dynamics.
• Narrating social situations allows students to reflect on their own experiences.
• Empathy and understanding are crucial in creating a supportive classroom environment.
• Teachers can use these books to address real-life problems students face.
• Students can learn to predict and problem-solve social situations through storytelling.
• The books encourage students to think about their roles in social interactions.
• Using wordless books helps students of all ages engage with complex social issues.

Links

• I Walk With Vanessa: LINK to YouTube read aloud video.
• I Forgive Alex: LINK to YouTube read aloud video.
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Tricky behaviors happen in all classrooms. When we have a plan for how to respond, we are able to relax and focus our attention on the the act of teaching. We share a simple framework to respond to tricky behaviors. It is called the OWL Framework and it helps us stay rooted in connecting to students and keeping our attention on learning. This is Sticky Hope.

Takeaways

• Tricky behavior is common in classrooms and requires proactive strategies.
• The OWL framework helps manage behavior: Open to connection, Work to de-escalate, Return to learning.
• Connection over correction fosters a supportive learning environment.
• Teachers' biases can impact their interactions with students.
• Proximity can help de-escalate situations.
• Practicing regulation tools with students prepares them for moments of dysregulation.
• Returning to learning quickly after de-escalation is crucial.
• It's important to maintain a calm and kind demeanor in challenging situations.
• The OWL framework is a practical tool for managing classroom behavior.

Download the O.W.L. Framework by clicking on this link: https://stickyhope.com/35-a-simple-framework-to-respond-to-tricky-behaviors/