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Nature’s Gym
Just like a superhero, I got the call yesterday morning. Two teachers were sick at my It was also a lot of fun. My favorite was nap time. Getting to rub the backs of the restless little ones... There is nothing more satisfying than knowing YOU helped get a little one off to a well-earned nap. Even though I’ve only worked one day, I do have some sage words of advice to share (I know, you’re all stunned!) ~ Crocs are the best kid shoe ever invented. PLEASE don’t send your child to school in shoes that tie till they know how to put them back on themselves. I have never spent so much time putting shoes back on kids in my life! If they all wore crocs, there wouldn’t be a problem! It was also very hot and the crocs are light and comfy. Socks and tennies? Not so much. ~Pack Tupperware that your kid can open (or foods that they can open). Those little single string cheeses? Open them at home and put them in a little wax baggie or non-zip bag. This not only will make your child feel more independent, but will save the teachers a ton of time from having to open 20kids food items all at the same time. There were a lot of containers that even I had a hard time getting open! I can't imagine a 3yo being able to do it alone. ~Teach them how to wash hands. IF little ones wash their hands, all they do is get them wet. I remember learning to sing the alphabet while I washed. ~Your kid isn’t alone. I was interested to see just how many kids pick their nose and eat their boogers. Let’s just say it’s more than you would expect. ~Good manners go a long way. When you’re dealing with so many kids at once hearing yet another one scream “I WANT IT!” or “GIMMIE” gets old. The child I hear say “Can I please…” will for sure get my attention first, and a compliment back on their good manners. Like Batman perched on a roof, I now await my next call that a teacher is sick and they need me, or not. 10 comments from 6 users
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posted by
MiaMama
on Aug 5, 2008 at 01:39 PM
Wow! I'm exhausted just reading about your day! Kids are a total workout for sure!
posted by
creatress
on Aug 5, 2008 at 01:49 PM
Yeah, 8 hours was pretty long for my first day. I can honsetly say that I really liked it and miss it today. They called today and begged me to work full time. I was very flattered, but told them I'm happy subing for now. Now way could I do that full time. Hats off to teachers and parents who do (like John and Kate on TV). I'm recovering today and getting my house in order.
posted by
hmoeckli
on Aug 5, 2008 at 02:02 PM
I just got this really cool image of you standing on top of a building, making a super-hero pose, with a cape. So like Batman, will there be a sign projected into the air when they need you? :)
posted by
creatress
on Aug 5, 2008 at 03:20 PM
Hmm... what would my sign be?
posted by
hmoeckli
on Aug 5, 2008 at 08:22 PM
I'm not sure, but something pretty... :)
posted by
AmandaS
on Aug 5, 2008 at 09:45 PM
That is great. Let me know if you need anything on preschool curriculum and activity ideas. I have, literally, boxes of books in my garage. BTW, I think your sign should be an abstract Rosie the Riveter. posted by
creatress
on Aug 6, 2008 at 02:32 PM
Oooo Rosie, I like that. Good one. As I'm not the lead teacher, I'm out of having to come up with any curriculum. I do have a HUGE art project lesson planner binder I can bring in. I'm working full time (just for next week) and am a little nervous about it. 8-4 m-f. I can't tell you the last time I pulled that kind of schedule. I'd better start taking Airborne! posted by
ThatTripletMom
on Aug 6, 2008 at 05:01 PM
Good luck! I do miss those days. Although I was a lead and did have to come up with lesson plans.I'm planning my kids' 6th birthday party. They get to invite 2 friends each. I'm having it at a park. My MIL asked (with trepidation) if I needed her to be there; if the parents were dropping off kids and leaving. The funny part is I told her that it was no big deal if I was alone, with 9 kids I'd be under ratios! LOL! posted by
lmkoster99
on Aug 6, 2008 at 05:55 PM
I love your words of wisdom! Unfortunately, I would be the mom that packs the individual cheesesticks!! I wouldn't have thought anything of it!! It's funny......I got so tired of putting my child's shoes on, that I finally bought a pair of Crocs yesterday. Wow! Today my day was easier & he thinks they are the greatest!! You see, I received your telepathic message yesterday!! Your advice is already coming in handy!! :)
posted by
creatress
on Aug 6, 2008 at 11:33 PM
lmkoster99 , that's so funny that you bought Crocs yesterday! What a funny coincidence. We found them years ago and they're the best kid/beach shoe ever invented. Adore them. And yeah, talk about easy and comfy! Thanks for the compliment. ThatTripletMom , that's totally funny. I would be ok with 9 too. But being a triplet mom, that's another story. You go mommy! I hope the party is wonderful.
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