Croskey’s Corner: Forgiveness

When educators gather to discuss having babies, like the rest of the world, the conversation turns to prospective names. But, if you have been in education for a while, like me, you may have run into what I call the “name disqualification game.” Teacher A says, “I was...

Forgiveness In School

Forgiveness In School vs. bitterness Releasing feelings of resentment To practice Forgiveness, I will: be quick to forgive apologize and ask for forgiveness let go of hurts not seek revenge respond kindly to those who hurt me Become a Subscriber Forgiveness and Mental...

Patient Like A Bird

Patient Like A Bird Birds In a Nest – Download Here Patient Like A Bird Momma Birds have much patience when it comes to sitting on her eggs to hatch them. Many go for long periods of time without food and water while they wait for the baby birds to hatch. Ask...

Patience Pays Off

Patience Pays Off Patience Pays Off Savings Use the idea of saving money to illustrate the importance of patience. For younger students, use a simple example of saving 50 cents a week to buy a special item. This could also appear as a math question on a test or...

A Knotty Situation

A Knotty Situation A Knotty Situation Have you ever had to untangle a necklace, or hair ties, rope or Christmas lights? If you have, then you can do today’s activity! Divide students into groups of 6 or 8 (must be an even number). Arrange each group in a tight...