Download - The Leader in Me: Introducing and Applying the 7 Habits in Preschool Based on the work Stephen Covey
The Leader in Me:
Introducing and Applying the 7 Habits in Preschool
Based on the work Stephen Covey
Starting with the Roots…Building a Strong Foundation
We start at the roots and will spend most of preschool learning about these habits!
Habit #1Be
Proactive
What does it mean to be PROACTIVE?
PROACTIVE students make a choice about how they react to the things that happen. They stay calm and don’t react impulsively
Preschoolers can’t do that!! What are you
thinking!!!
Preschoolers can’t do that!! What are you
thinking!!!YES they can!! If we work
together to teach them proactive skills! It takes a
group effort to make it work!!!
YES they can!! If we work together to teach them
proactive skills! It takes a group effort to make it
work!!!
What does being PROACTIVE
look like at school? Choosing activities to work on
independently or with a friend
Listening and following directions during group and independent work
Working appropriately with classroom materials
Cleaning up when asked the first time
Trying their best on every activity
Taking turns with favorite activities
Using words to express feelings when upset or frustrated
Putting toys away without mom and dad asking Sitting appropriately at the table with family for meals Brushing teeth independently Helping pick out clothes for school and getting dressed
independently Helping make a grocery list Asking for help with difficult tasks Using words to express feelings and frustrations
What does being PROACTIVE
look like at home?
Why is this important in preschool?
We are working on appropriate interactions to develop friendships and cooperative learning through:
Independence
Shows social cooperation
Applies social problem solving skills
Connecting Habit #1 to EC Standards
Health/Mental Wellness Standard 1: Demonstrates health/mental wellness in individual and cooperative social environments.
Benchmark 1.1: Demonstrates independent behavior.
Benchmark 1.2: Shows social cooperation.
Social Studies Standard 1: Demonstrates basic understanding of the world in which he/she lives.
Benchmark 1.4: Recognizes and/or follows rules within the home, school and community.
Habit #2Begin with the End in Mind
What does it mean to
Begin with the End in Mind?
When students Begin with the End in Mind they make a plan and set goals.
“I am an important part of my classroom. I look for ways to be a
good citizen.”
“I am an important part of my classroom. I look for ways to be a
good citizen.”
What does Beginning with the End in Mind look like at school?
What do I want to learn about?o Project work
Making a plan at center timeoWhat do I want to
accomplish?oWhere do I want to work?
What does Beginning with the End in Mind look like at home?
Setting a personal goal:o Learning to put my shoes on
the correct feeto Learning to getting dressed
by myselfo Learning to tie my shoes
without help
Why is this important in preschool?
We want students to start thinking about where they want to go in their future and how they will get there. This starts with small simple steps but can lead to major decisions in life.
Problem solving skills
Showing a sense of purpose
Connecting Habit #2 to EC Standards
Health/Mental Wellness Standard 1: Demonstrates health/mental wellness in individual and cooperative social environments.
Benchmark 1.3: Applies social problem solving skills.
Benchmark 1.4: Shows a sense of purpose (future-hopefulness)
Habit #3Put First Things First
What does it mean to
Put First Things First?
Students spend time on things that are most important. Learning about priorities and making a plan.
“Put First Things First, work first then play.”
“Put First Things First, work first then play.”
What does Putting First Things First
look like at school?
Putting personal items away in locker before starting the day.
Washing hands before eating lunch.
Finishing one project before starting a new project.
Cleaning up materials before moving on to another activity.
What does Putting First Things First look like at home?
Doing what mom or dad asked me to do before doing what I want to do.
Cleaning up my room before playing outside.
Finishing my dinner before eating dessert.
A Quick Overview:
Habits 4-7
Habit #4Think Win-Win
Every preschool child can find success in the
classroom individually and as a group. When there are problems or disagreements
we can work together to find a solution that makes
everyone happy. We all can win!
Habit #5Seek First to
Understand, Then to Be Understood
Listening with your eyes and ears! People say a lot with their body language and facial expressions.
Students learn lots about body language and facial expressions
through our Second Step Curriculum!
Habit #6Synergize
We are all better when we work
together!
Habit #7Sharpen the
SawTake time to have fun and play!
Students take care of their body by eating right, exercising, and
getting enough sleep. Students take care of their spirit by spending time with family and
friends.
Resources:This slide show was created
using the following resources and is based on slide shows by Rebecca Radicchi.
1.The Seven Habits for Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey
2.The Seven Habits for Highly Effective Kids by Sean Covey
3. The Seven Habits for Highly Effective Teens by Sean Covey