They were intrigued and watched attentively as I gave the first direction: “Rub your fingers together.”Īfter we were doing the same motion together for 10 seconds or so, I gave a new instruction. We sat in a circle and I asked the boys to listen to my instructions because we were going to “make” something together. At least two children is probably best for the activity. This is a great Group Activity – it requires little or no materials and would be suitable for more than a couple kids, perfect for the classroom as well. Here is a simple game to introduce these concepts and show what can happen when we do listen and follow directions. There is a lot to choose from, and intentionally deciding what to listen to and when is an important habit to create (namely, for our children, listening to the adults who are giving instructions for their own good and safety). ![]() To our children, to our own thoughts, to what other people are saying, or to the noise around us. ![]() If you have ever tried to explain something to a child who only wants to tell you about their latest make-believe game, I’m sure you know what I’m talking about.Įven as adults we have the power of choosing when we are going to listen. We are born to listen (remember how beautifully babies stare up and listen to your voice?) however it seems as we grow up and more thoughts enter our heads, we have to learn to balance thinking and listening.
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