Raise Your Hand Up High!

I had the pleasure of being in Stef Carpenter's class this morning.  Stef's mini-lesson focused on the need to raise your hand before speaking. She introduced the lesson with a great  Sesame Street video, Raise Your Hand.  This short video emphasizes the importance of raising your hand with a catchy tune and some friendly reminders. Stef's discussion included reminders of being patient, waiting your turn to be heard as well as nicely reminding your table mates to "Raise Your Hand Up High!"  The students were engaged and excited as they sang along to the catchy song.  Stef should the video twice.  The second viewing was more purposeful.  What are the muppets teaching us?  Why is this important?

Short video clips can be an effective tool in the classroom.  You can organize YouTube videos for your lessons in your YouTube Account.  Curate frequently used content, open circle or SEL videos in folders with two clicks.

For future quick and easy access to your videos:

1. Under the YouTube Video, select "Add-to"
2. Select the appropriate folder or create a new folder

 

Thanks so much, Stef!  You are awesome!