Morning+Circle

Morning message with activity

 * As kids come in, work on it as they settle in
 * Connect to Reflection Journal / Do Now activity
 * Connect to learning targets
 * What makes a good reflection? (models, criteria)

Sharing

 * what makes good sharing? how long?
 * what makes good questions?
 * open-ended

Song / Recitation / Poetry / Game

 * Alliteration
 * fun poems
 * poems related to curriculum

Alliterations/Speech Exercises SPEECH EXERCISES.doc

Collect and make visible songs and activities (lists of games, greetings, etc.) so kids can take over more "During Morning Circle I can..."
 * Come to the rug with empty hands.
 * Sit on my spot with my legs crossed.
 * Keep my hands and body to myself.
 * Look at the speaker to give feedback that I am listening.
 * Raise my hand to speak.
 * Remind my friends to listen using a silent signal.
 * Greet my friends with a friendly voice and face.
 * Try out games, songs, and activities.

"During good sharing we..."

Handshakes:
 * butterfly
 * salmon
 * turkey
 * turtle
 * lumberjack
 * milking a cow (milkshake)

resource: __A Journey Through Time in Verse and Rhyme__, collected by Heather Thomas