THE MAGIC FORMULA

Do you know "the magic formula"?  The 2nd graders do!  We spend an abundance of time and effort in working on getting along well with others and ways to handle conflicts.  One of our favorite guidance lessons focuses on learning how to use our words assertively.  The words used are "When you-------, I feel-------, and I want you to---------.  The magic is in the delivery of these sentences.  The students practice saying them confidently and firmly but never in anger.  If they can employ these skills on a regular basis just think what effective communicators they will be.  Watch the videos for a glimpse of the students role playing "the magic formula".