Should the teachers do this?
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Assigning a 'Friend of the week' can be a wonderful way to help a new student adjust to their environment, particularly if the child is introverted or shy. This approach can make them feel welcomed and help them to start building connections. Furthermore, this can also instill a sense of empathy and compassion in other students, teaching them to be inclusive and welcoming.
However, it's also important to remember that genuine friendships can't be forced. Teachers can certainly create opportunities for friendships to form and provide support, but they should also respect children's autonomy in choosing their friends. Moreover, it's essential for teachers to ensure that such programs don't lead to feelings of exclusion or pressure among the students.
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You're correct, I guess I mixed Mary Grace's wish with her being assigned a friend.Josephe-Anne wrote: ↑27 May 2023, 02:51 I believe it was actually Donny who was assigned a "Friend of the Week." Mary Grace's teacher asked Penelope to show Mary Grace around the school. There are pros and cons to this intervention. On the positive side, it helps new students to get adjusted and make new friends more easily. However, some may argue for a "tough love" approach so that the children can develop their social skills and figure things out on their own. If I were a teacher, I might wait a week or two and see if the new student is adjusting well, if not, then I would intervene like the teachers did in this story.
Thank you for pointing it out and I really agree with what you've said.
I think making friends comes naturally but some help is always welcome. If we're meant to be friends we'll be and if not then we'll break apart.
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Yes, indeed.Kavita Shah wrote: ↑28 May 2023, 12:00You're correct, I guess I mixed Mary Grace's wish with her being assigned a friend.Josephe-Anne wrote: ↑27 May 2023, 02:51 I believe it was actually Donny who was assigned a "Friend of the Week." Mary Grace's teacher asked Penelope to show Mary Grace around the school. There are pros and cons to this intervention. On the positive side, it helps new students to get adjusted and make new friends more easily. However, some may argue for a "tough love" approach so that the children can develop their social skills and figure things out on their own. If I were a teacher, I might wait a week or two and see if the new student is adjusting well, if not, then I would intervene like the teachers did in this story.
Thank you for pointing it out and I really agree with what you've said.
I think making friends comes naturally but some help is always welcome. If we're meant to be friends we'll be and if not then we'll break apart.
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I totally agree. Children won't become friends simply by trying to force them to be. But introductions are always helpful!Shally Z wrote: ↑08 May 2023, 06:20 I think it's fine for teachers to introduce the kids to others in the class especially if they're shy. It might even make the classroom more welcoming for them. But whether or not they end up as friends is up to the children. You never know which personalities will blend together and which ones will clash...
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I agree! If this was tried at a high school or junior high I don't believe it would work out well. But with children that are younger it might depending on the kids.Sharill R wrote: ↑31 May 2023, 02:51 When children are still young, an activity like this would be quite useful. If the teacher makes it a fun activity and not just something imposed on the students, I would think it would be quite successful. As children grow older, it may not be quite as successful.
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I agree with you too Laney - introductions are really good to make you feel more comfortable in a new environmentLaney K wrote: ↑03 Jun 2023, 06:05I totally agree. Children won't become friends simply by trying to force them to be. But introductions are always helpful!Shally Z wrote: ↑08 May 2023, 06:20 I think it's fine for teachers to introduce the kids to others in the class especially if they're shy. It might even make the classroom more welcoming for them. But whether or not they end up as friends is up to the children. You never know which personalities will blend together and which ones will clash...
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