Calling Names

Hey Everyone,

Just a quick thought. As I work with a child labeled “hyperactive” I wonder why we continue to call our children names. We so often teach children not to call each other names but we still do!!

Really, does this name calling offer any kind of encouragement, help or support to families? It doesn’t. It adds stress and worry. Do we need to do that as educators?

When speaking to a parent just get right to your suggestions for helping the child. If the child has trouble completing a task help the family set up a schedule, or break down the task into more manageable parts. We teach to help, to support, to connect, to love---not to call names.

Thanks for listening!
Nina