Participating in class discussions from "summary" of First Grade, Here I Come! by Tony Johnston
In our classroom, we all take turns sharing our thoughts and ideas. When it's time to discuss something, we make sure everyone has a chance to speak. We listen carefully to what our classmates say, and we show respect by not interrupting. Sometimes we raise our hands to share our own thoughts, and other times we wait our turn to speak. Participating in class discussions is an important way for us to learn from each other. We can hear different perspectives and gain new insights. It helps us to think more deeply about the topics we are learning about. When we participate in discussions, we become active participants in our own learning. We can ask questions, make connections, and share ...
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