Mrs. Riemenschneider's Classroom: Week 6: Walkathon!

Sunday, September 18, 2022

Week 6: Walkathon!

By: Lucas and Skyler Z.

This week we worked on texture burgers for art. Both P.E. times we

had this week we did kickball. On friday (today) we are going to do the

walkathon supporting Kimber Cares [An organization by Mrs.

Graham(a previous Zion teacher)]. Some of the students said that

mac&cheese was their favorite lunch this week. For chapel donations

we are at $1,500. Our goal is to hit $3000 to buy coats for Bethlehem.

From Mrs. R. -

Midquarter is upon us this coming Monday. It’s amazing how well students have

transitioned into our school routine! I am loving this class and the fun discussions coming

in every subject. “Making Friends” was our 2nd step topic as we practiced empathy and

listening skills in giving advice to kids struggling with making friends. We've been acting in

Soc. Studies and securing our knowledge of the basic math operations as we apply that

knowledge to decimials. And I loved to see the enthusiasm for our walkathon project. All of

the students did a fantastic job with running/walking as well as getting the word out about

the Kimber Cares mission. Thank you for all of your support!

Parenting Corner: Encouraging GRIT in our kids (taken from Love and Logic:Instiders Club)

True achievement comes through struggle and perseverance, which is the key to building grit. There is no doubt that kids who develop grit through experience will lead happier and more productive lives than those who don’t. Listed below are few “grit stealers” with corresponding “grit builders.”

Grit Stealer:  Micromanage or rescue your kids.
Grit Builder:  Allow your kids to make affordable mistakes and live with the consequences.

Grit Stealer:  Constantly tell them that they are bright, gifted, or exceptionally talented.
Grit Builder:  Celebrate effort, hard work, and perseverance.

Grit Stealer:  Immediately gratify their desires.
Grit Builder:  Let them wait for what they want.

Grit Stealer:  Talk badly about yourself.
Grit Builder:  Show your kids that you maintain a positive attitude when you make mistakes.

Grit Stealer:  Model perfectionism
Grit Builder:  Let them see you make mistakes.

Grit Stealer:  Try to always keep them happy. Give them the impression that life should never be upsetting or stressful.
Grit Builder:  Allow them to experience a natural and full range of emotions. Show that you care by expressing empathy.

Teaching perseverance isn’t complicated. It requires a willingness to allow kids to experience healthy challenges as they grow. It also requires that we let them to see that they have what it takes to cope with life’s challenges. https://www.loveandlogic.com/