The Berenstain Bears and the Substitute Teacher
From The Berenstain Bears · 2003
11 minPre-KK1st2ndSocial-Emotional Learning
Summary
The cubs are sure they won't like their substitute teacher and act up before class even starts. When they give her a real chance, they find she's kind and fun — a lesson in keeping an open mind.
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Discussion
The cubs are sure they won't like their substitute teacher and act up before class even starts.
- Why do the cubs decide they won't like the substitute?
- How do their feelings change during the day?
- Why is it worth giving someone a chance before deciding about them?
Quick work-a-long
Vocabulary: substitute, open mind, fair chance.
Try it: Write one thing you could do to make a new teacher or classmate feel welcome.