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From Amy Laura Dombro, Judy Jablon and Charlotte Stetson, authors of the book, Powerful Interactions: How to Connect with Children to Extend Their Learning:

"Imagine your personal energy is filling an 8-ounce cup. Whatever your day’s activities, whether you try waking up earlier or staying up later, you only have 8 ounces. That’s all you get...

Get into the habit of paying attention to how much energy is in your cup. If you feel like it's getting low, seek out energizers – people and situations – and pour yourself a few ounces."

Here's one idea the authors share: "Create an energy exchange. Find ways for the members of your team to energize one another, which contributes to the energy of the whole group.

• Take turns bringing in flowers for each classroom, or for the break room.
• Alternate bringing in healthy, tasty snacks to share one day each week.
• Share responsibilities for dealing with stress. Take turns shadowing that child who needs extra close supervision, the toddler who bites or the 5-year-old who hits."

In their inspiring book, Powerful Interactions: How to Connect with Children to Extend Their Learning, authors Amy Laura Dombro, Judy Jablon and Charlotte Stetson provide a multitude of ideas for creating positive, life-affirming connections with children. This reflective guide contains everything you need to understand what Powerful Interactions are, how to make them happen, and why they are so important in increasing children's learning and your effectiveness as a teacher.

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