Why doesn’t the teacher put more emphasis on being obedient like sitting still and walking in a straight line?
We are teaching children to develop self-control and to not merely respond to an autocratic teaching philosophy. When it is necessary for your child’s safety, teachers have children at A Place to Grow under control. Teachers require from children only those developmentally appropriate behaviors which enhance learning. Young children learn best when actively involved. Therefore requiring them to sit still for long periods of time does not help learning and is physically inappropriate. Children can learn to be thoughtful of others as they move from place to place without requiring them to walk in a straight line. The goal of self-discipline is well worth the time and effort.
