Getting the Teacher's Attention
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Getting the Teacher's Attention | |
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Practical Life - Grace and Courtesy | |
Level | Pre-Primary Primary |
Age | 2.5 |
Prerequisites | none |
Materials | none |
The purpose of this activity is to show the the child how to politely get the attention of a teacher who is working with another child.
Presentation
- Invite the child: "I would like to show you how to wait for the teacher."
- Approach an adult who is working individually or with a child.
- Place your hand gently on the adult's shoulder and wait until he or she turns to look at you.
- Say, "Excuse me, may I....": demonstrate asking a question.
- Listen carefully to the adult's response.
- Say, "Thank you." before you turn and walk away.
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Points of Interest
Teacher, attention
Control of Error
If teacher gives attention
Variations and Extensions
Show the child how to wait for a peer who is working.