What I'm Learning From My Students

I teach English language arts and social studies.

And table manners.

And problem solving.

And respect.

And empathy.

And self esteem.

And persistence. 

And positivity.

Guess which "lesson plans" are on my mind the most.

When I go home in the evenings, I'm not critiquing my interactive read aloud, close reads, or group projects as much as I'm reflecting on how I talked my students through conflicts and frustration.  In turn, I reflect on how I handle conflicts and frustration in my own life.  Am I setting the best example I can through my words as well as my actions?