Sometimes we all need to do something to feel a little bit special. A few years ago I had a group of kids who were always quick to get a joke and loved jumping on any fun bandwagon!
Our librarian had given me a little plastic tiara as a joke, and I was wearing it during our Russia unit as we discussed the last royal family. (Ok, I admit to enjoying the tiara just a bit) As I walked – no, glided – through the halls, my kids were really getting into the act. There was bowing and scraping and some fanning going on that day!
During the course of discussion with my homeroom, we decided that since they were “my” kids and I am royalty, then they must be, too!
The next day we caused quite a stir in the hall on the way to breakfast. Every student – boys and girls – in my class had a crown, a tiara, a sash, gaudy fake jewels, or scepters! We floated into the cafeteria where we raised our pinkies as we drank our cartons of milk, we practiced the “royal” wave and “hair flicking”, and just generally had a good time!
The best part of this day was that every student in that class was, for a day, a prince or a princess! The kids really made sure no one was left out, and everyone was very good natured and kind!
I still have the picture of my royal class on my filing cabinet where I can see it every day! They remind me that all my kids deserve the royal treatment! They remind me that all children are princes and princesses – it is our jobs as teachers, administrators, and parents to be sure all our little royal ones feel as special as they truly are!
Christine Moore currently holds a degree from Howard Payne University and is actively working toward a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction. Married with four children, Christine teaches 6th grade reading in Brownwood and has been working in education at various levels for the past 14 years. Her husband, Jeremy, owns a local company that specializes in web design, custom computer builds, and on-location repair called DreamSoft Design at www.dreamsoftdesign.com. Christine welcomes your questions and comments and would love to hear from you!