CARES: Self-Control

January's theme is Self-Control.  Kindergartners usually have a blast trying to see if they could keep from jumping up to pop bubbles or avoid eating one marshmallow to earn 2!  

First graders are talking about self control in problem solving.  We measured problems as green, yellow and red lights and then discussed whether some reactions match the size of a problem.

In 2, we're talking about self control in regards to Frustration & Peer Pressure.  Wagner finds himself in a tough spot when some of his classmates are encouraging him to make a bad choice.  He doesn't want to be left out, but he wants to do the right thing too.  Can he use self control and keep from going with the pressure?

3rd & 4th graders are looking at self -control with big emotions.  We talked about what happens in our brains when we are faced with stress or fear or frustration and why it's hard to be in control. But, we also talked about how our amazing bodies give us signals to warn us so we have time to make choices that help us stay in control.

5th graders are looking at self control and how it plays into their work habits - controlling distractions and setting priorities to meet responsibilities.