Read alouds are an excellent way to begin a lesson or to initiate conversations with students about topics that may be tricky to talk about as a group. Read alouds show students that these issues and feelings are so common that someone actually wrote a book about them. They don't have to be afraid to share how they feel!
After reading Decibella and Her 6 Inch Voice by Julia Cook, students can illustrate their own weaknesses and describe how they will change that into a strength.
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UGH!
So this weekend, I am...
Oh, this weekend I am going to the lake with my family. I am so excited!
This weekend I am visiting my cousins in New York. What about you guys?
Deep breath, wait until Sarah is done talking.
One of my weaknesses is that I often have a hard time waiting my turn to talk in social conversations. I get so excited to chime in that I interrupt a lot.
One thing I can do to manage this is to take a few deep breaths when I want to interrupt. That will help me remember to slow down and wait my turn.