E Is For Encouragement

Today I'm up at school doing kindergarten screenings.

I can't wait to meet these little superheroes. 

Here are my two creations from yesterday.

This one was inspired by the boards {here}.

If U R Frozen, we're hAPPy to help.

Such a kick, when it all comes together and makes a great visual.

Now, it's time to get back to our book study.

I can't wait to read what Jana and Danielle have to say about

encouragement. 

There might even be a chance to win a signed copy ... just sayin' ...

This was posted online yesterday; isn't it so true?

And I found this one last week:

Click graphic for source.

When I got to this chapter, I vacillated momentarily between excellence and encouragement, but I really felt like it was important to include the word courage, that all-important antidote to fear. Fear underlies so many of the issues that I help children {and adults!} process. And yes, even superheroes need a healthy dose of encouragement and cheer.

Need some ideas and inspiration?

Let's start with Sesame Street.

*If you aren't using Dr. Jean's cheers to celebrate in your classroom, I'd encourage you do try them. You can download picture cards for your Cheer box {here}.

*Marissa has some awesome ideas for helping with courage {here}.

*Your Voice Of Encouragement has a thought-provoking post {here}.

*Alfie Kohn's Encouraging Courage article is available {here}.

Who do you know who has the gift of encouragement?

Have you thanked him or her lately?

How will you encourage someone today?