Field Experience Week 2!

Observations:
This week I observed more and saw how close Ms. Hite is with her students and how they all have nicknames. I also observed that she has a rocking chair and that each day a different kid had it rather than having a regular chair. I need to ask why there is a rocking chair but I think it is probably as a special reward for the students.
Learning Experiences:
This week I was able to work in small groups with students working on math worksheets that they did not finish or do well on because they get pulled out during their math time for speech, reading or various other tasks. I really liked working with the students in small groups, at first I think they were very timid about working with me. I tried not to stare at them while they were coming up with an answer because I knew that would make them nervous. I also learned that having the students say the steps out loud helped them retain their knowledge better.
Reflections:
This experience is making myself certain that I want to go in to pediatric nursing because I like helping kids. If I didn't go into nursing I would go into education.
Stories to Share:
This week my student, Marissa gave me a bracelet that she made for  me. It really made my day especially cause I wasn't feeling good and because it was such a sweet gesture. It was a very unexpected surprise but it was a good one.