Second Step Social Learning Program

Second Step Social Learning Program

Yesterday we had a learning session with our Lower School Counselor Carla Maia! She taught us about good listening through the Second Step Program.

Here is some information for parents from the Second Step program:

What Is My Child Learning?

Your child is learning rules for how to be a good listener.

Why Is This Important?

Being good listeners helps children be better learners. Following the Listening Rules helps children listen and pay attention in class.

Practice at Home

Before giving directions for daily activities, such as getting ready for school, setting the table, or getting ready for bed, remind your child to use the Listening Rules. For example:

You need to use your Listening Rules now. Do the actions for each rule along with your child, then give the directions: Please put a placemat and a knife and fork on the table for each person.

Activity

Go through each of the Listening Rules with your child. Then tell your child to use these rules for this activity.

When your child is ready, read the following riddle: I’m round. I’m red. You can pick me off a tree and eat me. What am I? Have your child write or draw the answer below