Are You an Intentional Teacher?

By: Debbie Hasbrook, M.Ed.

I often heard my staff ask the question, “How can I keep them busy?” So they thought of arts and craft ideas, books to read, toys to buy, activities that might engage the children. Is this you? I know I've had those days as well. 

I want to challenge you to think bigger!

Be intentional

When deciding what to do, think of what the children

• will learn or experience.

How will it influence their

• behavior,
• cognitive function,
• ability to discover and learn from their own experience?

Use the developmental guidelines to see what they are ready to do. Use your observations to find out what the children are interested in and provide experiences that are relevant.

Above all, have fun with the children.

Happy Lesson Planning!

About the author: Debbie Hasbrook is a full time trainer with Successful Solutions Training in Child Development.  Debbie has worked with children and families for 37 years. In that time she has been a home provider, teacher, director, Regional and State conference presenter and Adjunct faculty at a number of colleges in Washington State. Her education includes a Master of Education, Montessori Preschool Degree and several certifications. Debbie is independently approved through the Washington Dept. of Early Learning as an advanced trainer, which qualifies her to provide Washington STARS and CDA Training.  In addition, Debbie is an approved Master Trainer in Oregon for the Core Body of Knowledge training.

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