Interactions are the exchanges in words and gestures that you have with others -- in particular, the exchanges that you as a teacher have with young children.Each day and throughout the day you have dozens of interactions with children, in groups and one-on-one. There are times when you make comments, ask questions, provide information, or give instructions. At other times, you might acknowledge a child's effort, make requests, or correct something a child says. You may give hugs or pats on the back. You likely smile, frown, point, or wave. You interact when you greet children in the morning or say good-bye at the end of the day, during whole-group experiences and small-group activities, and as children work and play, both inside and outdoors. Even during transitions and daily routines you are interacting with children. Excerpted from Powerful Interactions: How to Connect with Children to Extend Their Learning by Amy Laura Dombro, Judy Jablon, Charlotte Stetson All rights reserved by the original copyright owners. Excerpts are provided for display purposes only and may not be reproduced, reprinted or distributed without the written permission of the publisher.
