Kidz R Great!

BY THE JET-NW

Kids are great because they are not so critical

Kids are hard because it is like daycare on snow

Kids are great because you get to act silly

Kids are hard because they don’t stay focused

Kids are great because they keep you young

Kids are hard because they wear you out

The list goes on and on. Here are some quick thoughts to keep in mind

when you recharge for this years kids on snow!

Be nice and have fun.

If things aren’t working give it a minute then move on

If more than one kid loses focus, change the activity

Talk and move in quick succession

Let everybody participate all the time

Avoid lines

Accept variation of your idea based on their understanding

Roll with it, don’t be a stickler for the .rules.

Find a new way to say the same thing

Be a participant not just the .teacher.

Games should be quick and easy to describe and play

Praise hustle, improvement and good attitude

Motivate in a positive way to build self esteem

Play with a purpose

Always encourage good skills and movement patterns

Don’t rely on the crutch (edgie wedgie) to teach good skills

Start each lesson with a smile and good attitude

Oh, and always consider the safety factor

Kids are great because pulling a sleigh is a sought after activity and there is always one kid that figures out the best position!