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| As we learned about powers of ten, students watched the Eames' Powers of Ten Film and then completed this page. |
It wasn't the smooth, harmonious, creative day I reach for.
There were many factors that led to this including the fact I was teaching new content which always invites the unexpected. Also, the room is ready for yet another make-over--we just haven't found that just right set-up for the program yet we're getting closer. We started a new program in the morning too--one that's a bit early and short for optimal transitions, and it's Halloween week--a week of anticipation related to trick-or-treating, costumes, and parties.
If you look deep though, the day had some high points too:
- A child I've been trying to reach had his hand up a lot.
- Another child caught me making two small math errors, which actually served the teaching/learning well since I could see his eyes light up when he realized that we all make mistakes. I congratulated the students for having the courage to speak up when a teacher makes a mistake.
- We did power through the new material, and they liked completing the Powers of Ten worksheets after watching the classic movie and discussing the numbers.
- A terrific teaching assistant was able to help a few children in need during math.
- Many students joined me in the room for lunch.
A tough day of teaching actually creates good learning. I've thought a lot about what led to our tough day, and today, I have a new plan for the rough spots.
Onward.
