I Notice: A Step-by-Step Guide to Transform Student Potential Through Building Intentional Relationships

by Claire E. Hallinan

Teachers and coaches get frustrated when their students don't perform at their best. "How many times have I told you?" "You are lazy!" These phrases don't help students improve their performance; they don't ease the teacher's frustration either. Instead, they create a distance between the teacher and their students.

Rather than blame others when we cannot control a situation, we should focus on learning how to manage it by noticing ourselves. To be aware of our inner experiences (emotions and thoughts) helps us to connect to ourselves and to control our impulses. That is when we can intentionally establish relationships with our learners.

In I Notice, you will find:


Claire Hallinan's 6-Step Method that shifts your thinking patterns by using "I notice" statements, How non-judgmental observations will consequently increase the students' desire to connect with their teacher, How to monitor your progress using the provided worksheets, and Small and simple daily routines that transform your relationships with youth. I Notice equips readers with the key to uncovering the relationship with young learners that has been stuck at a certain level.

With intentional relationships, students will perform beyond their perceived abilities.

I Notice teaches you how to be aware of present moments.

I Notice enhances your communication pathways with students in addition to your already existing good intentions. When the communication pathway is mindfully established between the teacher and students, young learners will soar to success.

Genres: Education

102 pages, Paperback

Published June 22, 2019

About the author

Claire E. Hallinan, MAEd, was born in Japan and currently lives with her family in Washington. Claire has a passion for making sense of the world, building relationships, and inspiring people to find happiness in themselves. She is a writer, an entrepreneur, a Mindful Schools Certified Mindfulness Instructor, and a National Board Certified Teacher. Claire’s books include her memoir, Gift of Gratitude: Lessons from the Classroom, and relationship-building book, I Notice: Step-by-Step Guide to Transform Student Potential Through Building Intentional Relationships. Claire also co-authored with her daughter The Championslip: A Young Gymnast’s Guide to Become a Fearless Champion on Her Own Terms. Her first children’s book, My Breath Loves Me, is an award-winning finalist in the Children’s Mind/Body/Spirit category of the 2019 International Book Awards and has been translated in Japanese.
Connect with Claire:
claire.e.hallinan@gmail.com
https://claireehallinan.wordpress.com

Reviews

[Crystal · Rating 5 out of 5]

With I Notice, Claire Hallinan encourages teachers/coaches to approach their charges in a manner that is observational rather than judgmental. Whether you think about it or not, how you say something can sometimes have more impact than what you say. Inspired from her own experiences in the field, Claire offers valuable insight on how you can build positive relationships through language. In this sense, she has written a book of universal value. All relationships in life—whether it’s with your neighbor, your co-worker, family members, or the family doctor—rely on communication. I Notice might be geared toward teachers/coaches, but anyone can benefit from its contents. Information is presented in an easy-to-understand format, and Claire incorporates real-life examples to enhance understanding. The reader will also find worksheets at the back of the book for putting their newfound knowledge into practice. Recommended for anyone wants to work on their interpersonal skills.

[Tracy Challis · Rating 4 out of 5]

Important info

This book had nothing earth-shakingly new, but it was a good reminder about the importance of building relationships with students, and how words can create connection or cause students to shut down. I am going to try the meditation techniques with my homeroom class. It is something I have thought about, but not yet tried. This was a good book for me to read before the beginning of the year. It had excellent advice.

[Michelle Plumb · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love the change towards authentic talk!

This book helped me to improve the positive relationship that I have with my students. I am loving using "I noticed", the kids automatically monitor their own behavior.

[Kristen]

Best tip for guiding students toward necessary change:

"When you make negative “I notice” comments, describe in as much detail as you can in a short sentence without any judgments, and then ask the child if they agree."

[Katrina Taylor · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful!

Its got tons of information. It truly teaches you as you are teaching your student too. Great work! It's amazing!

[Renee Calvo · Rating 5 out of 5]

I Noticed

It seems so simple, yet it makes sense that a disruptive student is just wanting someone to notice. I noticed..I noticed.

[Lisa Wells · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a good introduction to new teachers or parents, but didn't expand my thinking or repertoire.

[Javier Paule · Rating 4 out of 5]

Me ha inspirado a cambiar mi vocabulario a la hora de hablar con los alumnos.
Muchos tips.