38. Bringing Cooperation Into the Classroom with Cara from Transforming the Toddler Years

Kindergarten Cafe Podcast

In today’s episode, I have Cara from @core4parenting here to discuss the importance of the four C's in managing conflicts in the classroom and nurturing teacher-student relationships. We emphasize mutual respect, open communication, and honesty to build strong connections with students, encouraging collaborative problem-solving for impactful learning experiences. It's vital for educators to model desired behaviors, engage students in addressing challenges, and nurture intrinsic motivation through intentional interactions. The four C's - staying calm, connecting, collaborating, compromising, and (bonus) committing to solutions - provide a framework for positive classroom dynamics and holistic student development. Cara's insights highlight the significance of equipping students with social and emotional tools for navigating various contexts and her dedication to early childhood learning reflects the importance of setting a strong foundation for academic and social growth.

In this episode we share:

• The Four C's of Teacher-Student Relationships
• Building Trust through Promises Kept
• Collaborating with Students for Solutions
• The Importance of Compromise in Classroom Dynamics
• Motivating Students Intrinsically through Collaborative Problem-Solving

Connect with Cara:

• Transforming the Toddler Years Podcast
• Instagram - @core4parenting
• Website - www.caratyrrell.com

Connect with Zeba:

• Instagram - @kindergartencafe
• Facebook - @kindergartencafe
• Website - www.kindergartencafe.org
• Tik Tok - @kindergartencafe

Mentioned in this episode:

Trixie the Thoughtful Turtle

Learn more about the newest Caring Critters book: Trixie the Thoughtful Turtle https://www.kindergartencafe.org/trixie/