Today, one of the kids was pouting and speeding along the way to needing some serious discipline. And I just didn't want to go there. I mean, it's way more fun to play than be in timeout all the time, isn't it? So I pulled out one of the songs I taught them. If you're happy and you know it. I can't believe I am admitting this in public, but I said this is the sweetest, most annoying voice I could find, "If you're happy and you know it, SMILE! If you're happy and you know it, SMILE!"
And it worked. The kid became happy and bounded off and was heard singing that song for an hour or so.
Bryan said, "That helped?!"
Don't try this at home.
:) hey whatever works.....go with it!
ReplyDeleteI recall the opposite happening with that song, but Amber's right! You go with whatever works!
ReplyDeleteWhat!? No eye rolls! Clearly you have something this mama doesnt! Abby
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