Henry is a 4 year old boy who goes to ______ in the _____ Group classroom. He likes lots of things at school.
He likes building with blocks.
He likes telling stories to his friends.
He likes getting squeezy hugs from teachers.
He likes playing with _______.
Henry really likes it when people are talking and playing with him. He really likes it when they pay attention to him. It makes him mad when people ignore him.
There are many different ways to get attention. Some ways are useful and work. Some ways are NOT useful and make problems.
Making silly noises and bumping teachers’ words can make problems. It does not work.
Asking a teacher to read a story works.
Throwing toys can make problems. It does not work.
Inviting someone to build with blocks during choice time works.
Building with blocks during circle time can make problems.
Having special time with someone works.
What are other ways of asking for attention that work? What are your ideas?
Henry can get special time and attention with teachers. Henry can choose ways that work.