I.

Observation 2:

a. Guidance

II. Grade:

a. Kindergarten

III. Students:

a. 9 girls, 8 boys

IV. Setting:

a. Kindergarten classroom at The Learning Gate

b. Ages: 5-6 years old classroom, 17 students, 1 head teacher, 1 teacher aid

V. Pre-Observation:

a. At first, I didnt quite understand how to do an observation on guidance and

actually what to look for when Im in the classroom. I decided to do some

research on guidance in a classroom. I came upon a few articles about talk about

guidance in a kindergarten setting. In other words, guidance is just a fancy word

for feelings, emotions and how the children can be in the classroom. After doing

my research, I truly believed that I was ready to do my observation on guidance.

VI. Analysis:

a. My first thought was to approach Mrs. Sharon about my observation to see if she

had some input on guidance in the classroom. She explained that at this age, the

children arent really aware that other children have feelings. Some children are

sensitive and other children are not as sensitive. Her lesson that day was about

teamwork and how to get along with their classmates. She went on to explain that

when they work as a team, then the classroom can run smoothly. Her first project
 was to teach the kids how to be respectful. She explained that everyone needs

their space respected and she did a scenario with them. Johnny had a toy and

Rebecca took the toy from him, and Johnny got upset. Thats when Mrs. Sharon

explained how you need to respect other people property or toys if they had it

first. The children were all puzzled until she pulled a worksheet out that showed

feelings and faces. For example, a smiley face shows happy and they had to

recognize the different emotions then color it in.

VII. Recommendations:

a. If I had to teach my children about guidance, I would probably use puppets to

show them how it feels to hurt one another. I would make a skit about how the

puppets were mean to one specific puppet and now she is sad. This will engage

the children and actually allow them to see the puppets get upset. I believe that

they will understand it more as it is a tough topic to explain to children. Another

way to show guidance is explaining to them how they should be kind to their

friends and everyone should get along in the classroom.

VIII. Post Observation:

a. When I first learned about the topic for guidance, I was a little confused on how

to understand to teach guidance to the children. After I did my research, I

understand why its important for young children to learn about respect and being

nice to your friends. This observation has helped me learn how important

guidance is at such a young age. I believe that the younger the children know,

then there will be less bullying and certain things could be avoided. I have seen
 children be mean and get angry at their friends but I dont think they realize how

hurtful they can be.

IX. Citations:

Sanchez, D., & Dorian, D. (2011). Planning for Positive Guidance: Powerful Interactions Make a

Difference | National Association for the Education of Young Children | NAEYC TYC | Teaching

Young Children Magazine.

Retrieved from http://www.naeyc.org/tyc/article/planning-for-positive-guidance