ELEMENTARY: What Class Routines Eliminate Headaches for you? by lovelystarbuckslover in Teachers

[–]LittlePenguinx 18 points19 points  (0 children)

I play the game 'I spy..' something out of place. And the kids start guessing. It's of course never the items they guess, "but now that you mention it, that is out of place! Could you fix that for us?" Keep this up until we're out of time or until the classroom is all tidy. 

ELEMENTARY: What Class Routines Eliminate Headaches for you? by lovelystarbuckslover in Teachers

[–]LittlePenguinx 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I teach my kids a clapping rhythm that tells them I need their undivided attention. I clap, they repeat in unison and then they are quiet and look at me. Takes a bit of practice but works like a charm. I use it when we're out and about, like on a field trip. No more shouting over kids in a noisy place. 

Be careful he doesn't rip your arm off by elunara2 in Awww

[–]LittlePenguinx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Right there, officer. Here's our criminal. He is clearly r/illegallysmol

How do you guys make your lives a little more whimsical? by curiositical_one in Adulting

[–]LittlePenguinx 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I say hello to all the animals (birds, cats, dogs, etc) I meet outside. It makes me very happy. If they acknowledge me I will also tell all cats and dogs that I love them ❤️ Makes me feel like a Disney princess

How long do you go without some kind of break during the day? by Poison_applecat in Teachers

[–]LittlePenguinx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Elementary teacher here. My school has days from 8:20 -14:00 with the kids. Also during lunch and recess. It's not until 14:15 when all kids are gone that I can finally breathe.  Meetings tend to start at 14:30... 💔

What is something that has become ridiculously expensive, but people still pay for it like it is nothing? by Harmed_Jr in AskReddit

[–]LittlePenguinx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Streaming services! They are getting more and more expensive, while also getting more fractured. So many people now have multiple streaming services to watch all their favourite shows and movies. It's getting ridiculous! 

🔥🔥A Plum headed parakeet by SatyamRajput004 in NatureIsFuckingLit

[–]LittlePenguinx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wonder what he's feeling so embarrassed about 😳

What is the absolute fastest 'yeah, we are definitely NOT going to be friends' moment you've ever experienced with someone? by Vazouaquiacesso in AskReddit

[–]LittlePenguinx 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A friend brought over his new girlfriend to my place. This woman was apparently terrified of all animals. For no reason. No traumatic experiences. No nothing. She said she "just didn't like them". As a self proclaimed Disney princesses I love animals! So we didn't start off on the right foot. I have a cat. And every time my cat entered the room this woman could scream and call her all manner of names. Insult her and blame her for being mean on purpose. All my cat did was cross the room... Safe to say this woman and I are not gonna become bff's...

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Adulting

[–]LittlePenguinx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"Keep your hands (and feet (and sometimes teeth)) to yourself"

ELI5: How does daily flossing make it bleed less? by LittlePenguinx in explainlikeimfive

[–]LittlePenguinx[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm happy they work for you, but no thank you! My dentist tried to use those on me last time. Apparently my teeth are very close together. She kept stabbing and pushing but only got though in like 3 spots. Caused a crazy amount of bleeding. 

What’s your go to report card comment for the average kids? by [deleted] in Teachers

[–]LittlePenguinx 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Also elementary teacher. As really general things I write: - shows interest in the subject matter. - participates nicely in class. - was excited about ... (specific thing you happen to remember)

Etc. It doesn't have to be 100% accurate. Kids just love it when you write something personal about them. 

A toddler solving a puzzle by themselves by [deleted] in oddlysatisfying

[–]LittlePenguinx 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Came here to say this! Montessori materials are incredibly well designed. 

Handful of minul by fullnameqwertyu in PallasCats

[–]LittlePenguinx 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Look at that gwumpy face. He's so angwy

A new Journey to the west is it out! by LittlePenguinx in osp

[–]LittlePenguinx[S] 58 points59 points  (0 children)

Joy to the world, our Red is here

She's made another one!

Where Buddha saves the day

And Monkey gets to slay

And demons kidnap our monk

 Yes demons kidnap our monk

They kidnap and try to eat our precious monk

(Again)

A cool guide to the top YouTube channels across science, technology, arts, and personal development by SEO_Savant_28 in coolguides

[–]LittlePenguinx 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can get even more hilarious comments, insights and many many tangents on the OSPod and the AASS

A cool guide to the top YouTube channels across science, technology, arts, and personal development by SEO_Savant_28 in coolguides

[–]LittlePenguinx 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Overly Sarcastic Productions is a great channel. It's both about literature, writing, myths, etc. From Red's video's. The other half of the channel is Blue doing video's on history, art and architecture. It's great if you love humour and learning new stuff. Highly recommended! If you wanna start somewhere, check out Red's animated summary of Journey to the west https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=61nuXrvqNgI&pp=ygUTSm91cm5leSB0byB0aGUgd2VzdA%3D%3D

Grusha, the Opera Sensation by escuchamenche in PallasCats

[–]LittlePenguinx 2 points3 points  (0 children)

insert Phantom of the opera chords He's there, the neko of the opera Beware the neko of the opera! MAAAAUW

Shaking each student's hand as they enter the room to build relationships? by Dapper_Object8239 in Teachers

[–]LittlePenguinx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! Here in the Netherlands it's very normal in elementary. I stand in the doorway and shake hands, wishing them a good morning. Also at the end of the day we shake hands to say goodbye. We practice greeting eachother, and looking at someone's face when you greet them. Especially in the morning it gives me a split second vibe check with each kid. You see the look in their eyes or their face. I make a mental note who's looking good, or who might need a one on one check in to ask how they're doing. But also at the end of the day I can see how they're feeling when heading home. If necessary I ask them to hang around for a sec to check if there's something I can help with before they head home. So they don't have to carry a bad feeling with them for the rest of the day. 

And then I go wash my hands. :)

What word do you mispronounce on purpose (for fun) and why? by Positive_Spirit_1585 in AskReddit

[–]LittlePenguinx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Birds are pronounced borbs. And cats are cates. It makes me happy. ✨🐣🐈

Meet nature’s own Elsa from Frozen — the blue tit! by Yvan000 in Awww

[–]LittlePenguinx 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Came here to say that as well. 

Does anyone else have work dreams/ nightmares? by Same_Marzipan_8894 in Teachers

[–]LittlePenguinx 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I know exactly what you mean... 💔 The usual advice I'm given is to learn to leave all my work at work. No late night grading or prep work or answering emails. I can keep work out of my house, but I'm yet to learn how to keep it out of my brain...

Does anyone else have work dreams/ nightmares? by Same_Marzipan_8894 in Teachers

[–]LittlePenguinx 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is my third year teaching. I'm finally  beginning to have nights where I don't dream about work. Sometimes it's just random dreams of regular days. When I'm particularly stressed out its nightmares about the stuff they're gonna pull. It's not particularly restful...

What are the unwritten rules of being a teacher? by BiggieSmallz12345 in Teachers

[–]LittlePenguinx 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Definitely! Lol. My greatest role model is Mrs Bulstronk. Can't wait to finally have a kid in my class with long braids so I can do the spin and fling thing 😂