I decided to head down to the arts class because the library was close to empty and most of the students were doing fun activities in the last hour of the academy. When I entered the room, I saw students drawing something on computer papers with markers, teachers observing the children, and other students playing with the train tracks on the carpet. I went over to the second table where the students were drawing and introduced myself. The children were adorable with their pure smiles, cute drawings, and talkative behaviors. There was a problem between Edith and Dabby because Edith was unwilling to share the sticker book with Dabby, so another teacher had to intervene and ask Edith to share the sticker book. I also encouraged Edith to share the sticker book because the book was the school’s property and that Dabby did not receive any stickers. It was a comforting sight to see both Edith and Dabby cooperate by sharing the sticker book, putting the stickers into their papers, and talking about the stickers. This sight reminded me of arts class in elementary school where I would talk with friends and draw something. I feel glad that I went down to the arts class because it helped me relax to see children be creative with art.
I’m glad that Edith and Dabby were able to come to an agreement! It’s critical to instill in children the importance of sharing with one another. I think you and the teacher handled the situation very appropriately as Edith was able to easily understand what she was doing was wrong and now improve upon it in the future.
This was such a fun post to read Michele! I am so glad not only did you have a good time but you were also able to think back to some of your own fun experiences in art class.