Tips for weekly progress

1. Keep your weekly goal visible and top of mind.

Write your goal somewhere you’ll see it often.

Try posting it:

• Near your classroom sign‑in/out sheet.
• On a clipboard you carry.
• On a sticky note by your lesson plans.

When you talk about your goal (and celebrate progress!) it becomes more meaningful and motivating.

Take a moment to ask: When did I work toward my goal today? What got in the way?

2. During busy times, focus on quick, intentional interactions.

Things like arrivals, transitions, diaper changes, can make a classroom feel busy. But even the busiest moments offer opportunities for interactions!

• Greet each child by name and make one connection:
  "Hi, Beth! I’m glad you’re here! What did you notice on your way in today?”

• Narrate what’s happening:
  “We’re walking to the carpet. I see you stepping carefully!”

• Encourage peer-to-peer conversation:
  “Genna tried something new — has anyone else tried a new food lately?”

3. Take advantage of activities where one-on-one interactions are standard.

• Toileting, clothing changes, hand washing, zipping jackets, tying shoes...etc.
• These little moments may be short, but there's always enough time for a quick conversation.