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The Four Parts of Each Morning Meeting Greeting - As we sit in a circle, each child hears his or her name spoken by a classmate in friendly and cheerful manner. Sharing - Next, a few students share some interesting news followed by a conversation with the class. This helps students listen carefully, think about what they hear, formulate good questions, and learn about each other. When children share, they have a chance to feel that their ideas are valued and that the other children care. Activity - After sharing, there is an activity for the whole class. We might sing, recite a poem, or play a math game. The activity time helps the class feel united as a group, reinforces academic skills, and helps the children learn how to cooperate and solve problems. News and Announcements - Finally, we read the news and announcements chart, which helps students think about the day ahead. Sometimes, we also use this time to review and practice a reading, punctuation, or math skill. When Morning Meeting is over, we are truly ready to start the day!
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