Today my little greeted me with a smile and a giant hug! She seemed much more excited and talkative than last week. In the cafeteria, I told her I had brought a surprise with me: my computer! I showed her some pictures of my family and horses, and we also took some funny photos with the photobooth program! We both could not stop laughing! After a while, I could tell she was getting ansy. We made a trip to the library and found a quiet place to read a couple of books she had for homework. She read both of the books outoud, and though she had some difficulty with the larger words, she was able to sound them out and eventually say them correctly. This was a great opportunity to help her with her words and see what reading level she is at. She said she doesn't like "long" books, so hopefully in the next couple of weeks I can help her discover a love for reading longer books and possibly start reading a chapter book together.
After reading for almost forty-five minutes, we headed back to the cafeteria. I proposed the idea of keeping a journal where we would both have a notebook to write in throughout the week. Each Wednesday, we would be able to read through each others and ask each other questions about our week. She loved the idea! We now each have a notebook, and I hope this ongoing activity will help her open up more and gain more trust in me. This Wednesday was a huge growing step for both my little and myself. Something clicked; I realized that I have a purpose in getting to know my little and that this will be a successful experience. It is extremely important to come each Wednesday with confidence and a positive attitude.
Because she loves art, next time we may do an art project with paint or watercolors. I also want to know what she thinks of school. I have been asking her how her day has been, but we have not talked about her likes and dislikes. After knowing this, I can maybe find activities to help spark interest in the subject areas she is least comfortable with. I will also bring some M&M's for an icebreaker game!
Until next time. . .
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Nice work. You are making great efforts to know what your little likes and need to do. That computer program is hilarious! I have a distorted picture of me on my office door.
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