Three Lobstering Tips for the Classroom
Some might say I failed today. I took the kayak out to catch lobsters, but came home with an empty bag. John Dewey says it best;
"Failure is instructive. The person who really thinks, learns quite as much from his failures as from his successes."
Here are three lessons learned from my hunt that can be transferred into the classroom.
MAKE A LIST - Every new activity requires equipment or gear.
What lists help you stay organized?
ANCHOR YOURSELF - Carry a small anchor to stay grounded when the strong winds and currents want to take you off-course.
What anchors you in the classroom when gusty winds blow? Can you find your breath?
LEARN KNOT TYING SKILLS - This water survival skill helps coordination and challenges the brain to think in new ways while increasing focus.
Add knot tying to your SEL lesson while using the book, Breathe and Stretch on the Beach. During Friends Eating Oyster Pose, allow partners to practice tying a knot. See instruction video below.
