It's so important to help kids maintain a positive frame of mind when they make a transition. Parents can do this as students return to the typical school year by asking questions about their child's day. When questions are framed positively, kids often respond positively, This creates a focus on "what was good" today and helps kids review their day. Here are a few sample questions: 

1. What made you smile today?
2. Tell me something that you did today that made you happy.
3. How did you help a friend/ your teacher today?
4. Tell me one thing that you really worked hard on today.
5. We all make mistakes. Tell me one thing that you learned from a mistake today.
6. What did you play at recess?

 

  

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