Sometimes I forget that AB will be turning two. She seems older somehow and I expect her to be doing things that she isn't ready for. When I was teaching, I had very high expectations for students and they knew that. And yes, for the most part, they met my expectations. But AB is different. She isn't a third or fourth grader, she is an almost two year old. Has she already exceeded anything I thought a one year old should be doing. I don't need to push her into knowing more. And I need to remember that. For the record, I guess I don't "push" her. But I do need to scale things down a bit. I almost feel like I can't help it. Here she is, counting objects to nine. BUT maybe I should make sure she completely masters that before I try to build on that.
These are just some thoughts that I've been having. Note to self: enjoy where she is right now. There is plenty of time to expand on a concept. Have fun!
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