Acknowledging Great Ideas
Teacher: It’s OK to ask for help. You’re doing it. You’re doing it, Rory.
Child: [Inaudible]
Teacher: Hey, Riley.
Riley: What?
Teacher: Remember your idea to put the tape on there? It worked. [Chuckling] Your idea worked! Look! She did it, and she took it off, and there’s her teddy bear.
Girl: [Chuckles] That’s good, Kelly.
Teacher: It worked. It is.
Woman: [In distance] Can you put this on the table?
Girl: Look.
Teacher: It’s a good idea. You had a good idea, Riley.
Woman: [In distance] Elizabeth.
Teacher: Hey, a finger bump for your idea. Boop!
Girl: Hey.
Recognizing and celebrating children’s ideas nurture their self-esteem, encourage a positive attitude, and foster critical thinking skills. By acknowledging children’s ideas, educators demonstrate respect for their thoughts and build children’s confidence. How does the educator contribute to this child’s confidence?
