What we focus on is what we get. On my observations at sites, a place where I often see growth needed is to focus more on the positive.
Such a simple thing, right? But so often we forget to do it!
When a child/children are doing exactly what you hope for them to do – sitting nicely, using thinking skills, touching gently, carrying on a conversation… whatever it is- support that by noticing and commenting.
Can you challenge yourself to notice each child doing something great and saying so?
Both the Environment Rating Scale and the CLASS assessments will be looking for this. Boost your score by focusing on the positive (and you’ll most likely get lots more positive behaviors from the children!)
