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Life Rules

Once upon a time, in a colorful classroom, Ms. Berry wrote on the board, 'Life Rules'.

Introduction, classroom setting, Kind teacher, glasses, green eyes, short curly hair writing on board.

The children gathered around, curious. Zoe asked, 'What are life rules, Ms. Berry?'

Curious girl, brown skin, dark eyes, pigtails questioning, kids curious, Kind teacher, glasses, green eyes, short curly hair about to explain.

Ms. Berry smiled, 'Life rules help us be happy and kind. Rule one: Share with others.'

Kind teacher, glasses, green eyes, short curly hair explaining the first life rule, kids attentive.

Tommy shared his crayons, and Mia felt happy. 'It feels good to share,' she said.

Generous boy, freckled face, blue eyes, red cap sharing, Cheerful girl, olive skin, brown eyes, ponytail's positive reaction, classroom environment.

'Rule two: Always say please and thank you,' Ms. Berry continued, as kids listened.

Kind teacher, glasses, green eyes, short curly hair introduces second rule, children listening.

When Ben said 'please', he got a sticker. He thanked Ms. Berry with a big smile.

Polite boy, blonde hair, hazel eyes, striped shirt uses manners, gets sticker, positive reinforcement.

'Rule three: Take turns,' said Ms. Berry. 'Everyone deserves a chance to play.'

Third rule about taking turns, emphasizes fairness.

During recess, Emma waited patiently for her turn on the swing. Everyone cheered!

Patient girl, tan skin, green eyes, overalls taking turns on swing, classmates supportive, playground scene.

'Be kind to each other,' Ms. Berry added. 'That’s rule four. We must treat others well.'

Fourth rule about kindness, Kind teacher, glasses, green eyes, short curly hair encouraging empathy.

Sam helped Leo when he fell down. 'Thank you, Sam!' said Leo, feeling grateful.

Example of kindness, Helpful boy, brown skin, black eyes, sporty attire helps Grateful boy, pale skin, blue eyes, glasses, friendship moment.

'And our last rule, rule five: Always try your best,' Ms. Berry concluded.

Final rule about effort, Kind teacher, glasses, green eyes, short curly hair proud, kids understanding.

The children worked hard on their drawings, feeling proud. 'Great job,' Ms. Berry praised.

Children applying final rule to task, feeling accomplishment.

Reflection Questions

  • How did Mia feel when Tommy shared with her and why do you think it's important to share?
  • How do you think the playground experience would have been different if Emma hadn't taken turns?
  • Why is it important to try your best and how did Ms. Berry make the children feel valued by praising them?

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