In this video, teacher Janna Cochrane demonstrates the importance of building relationships with elementary school students through a simple yet powerful strategy - greeting students at the classroom door. By warmly welcoming each student into the classroom, Janna sets a positive tone for the day and shows her affection for each child. This practice not only helps create a welcoming and inclusive learning environment but also fosters a sense of connection and belonging among students. Watch as Janna models how a small gesture can make a big impact on building strong relationships with young learners.

Demonstrating Affection Playlist

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Elementary School

Using DNA

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Understanding Students' Backgrounds and Interests Using DNA

In this engaging video, Tom Hierck, an experienced elementary school teacher, shares his innovative strategy for building relationships with students by using DNA. By understanding students' backgrounds and interests through genetic markers, Hierck is able to ...

Strand: Building Relationships

Element: Understanding Students

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Elementary School

Using STORY

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Understanding Students' Backgrounds and Interests Using STORY

Join Tom Hierck as he dives into the powerful strategy of Using STORY to build relationships with elementary school students. In this video, Tom explains how understanding students' backgrounds and interests is crucial in creating a supportive and inclusive cl...

Strand: Building Relationships

Element: Understanding Students

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Elementary School

Greeting Students in School

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Showing Affection for Students by Greeting Them at the Classroom Door

In this video, teacher Janna Cochrane demonstrates the importance of building relationships with elementary school students through a simple yet powerful strategy - greeting students at the classroom door. By warmly welcoming each student into the classroom, J...

Strand: Building Relationships

Element: Demonstrating Affection

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Elementary School

Classroom Jobs

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Showing Affection for Students by Assigning Class Jobs

In this heartwarming video, teacher Janna Cochrane demonstrates the importance of building relationships with her elementary school students by assigning class jobs as a strategy to show affection. By giving each student a specific role within the classroom, J...

Strand: Building Relationships

Element: Demonstrating Affection

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Elementary School

Greeting Students at the Door

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Showing Affection for Students by Greeting Them at the Classroom Door

In this heartwarming video led by teacher Michael McWilliams, viewers will witness the powerful impact of a simple yet meaningful strategy: Greeting Students at the Door. As part of the Building Relationships strand, Michael showcases the importance of demonst...

Strand: Building Relationships

Element: Demonstrating Affection

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Elementary School

Using Humor

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Showing Affection for Students by Using Humor

In this video, teacher Chris Beamer demonstrates the importance of showing affection for students by using humor as a strategy to build relationships. With an audience of elementary school students in mind, Chris engages his students in a playful and lighthear...

Strand: Building Relationships

Element: Demonstrating Affection

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Elementary School

Greeting Students in Public

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Showing Affection for Students by Greeting Students by Name in Public

In this video, Samantha Harden, a dedicated elementary school teacher, demonstrates the importance of showing affection for students by greeting them by name in public. Through her strategy of greeting students in public settings, Harden emphasizes the signifi...

Strand: Building Relationships

Element: Demonstrating Affection

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Elementary School

School Publications

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Understanding Students' Backgrounds and Interests With School Publications

In this informative video led by teacher Michael McWilliams, he discusses the strategy of utilizing school publications to better understand students' backgrounds and interests. By incorporating this approach under the strand of Building Relationships, McWilli...

Strand: Building Relationships

Element: Understanding Students