Relationship Reflection

Two of my favorite quotes that summarize what play represented in my childhood are as follows: -Play gives children a chance to practice what they are learning. -Fred Rogers -Children need the freedom and time to play. Play is not a luxury. Play is a necessity.- Kay Redfield Jamison Some of the play items that I played with are listed below. Let's Go Fishing Game      As a child my cousins, friends, and neighbors played a large role in my childhood play time. They would come over to my house on the week end and play with me. I was the only child and had a lot of toys that entertained every child who came in contact with them. I feel that play today in the home environment is the same as it was when I was a child. I think that it is different in the school setting, because teachers and parents do not allow children to play because they are not aware of the benefits of playing. As a child playing was a way for me to socialize and interact with children my age....

    Relationships are important to me because they make me feel confident in my ability to do well in school. I am more likely to share ideas in class and contribute actively to class activities. I currently have positive relationships with my family and friends. My family and friends play an important part in my life by motivating me to succeed in school. As a teacher in the early childhood profession I realize that it is important to have a close academic relationship with my students because it contributes to academic success. Having warm, sensitive relationships help children to feel emotionally secure to learn.