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

by Claire E. Hallinan

In this straight forward, practical book, Claire E. Hallinan, an elementary classroom teacher and author of the bestselling Gift of Gratitude offers a revolutionary approach to building intentional relationships with six simple steps that define unique categories of relationships, self-awareness, strategies to make connections, and foster children’s achievement, leading to confident, successful children. The author explains—and makes it accessible—when teachers notice their own frustration, children’s struggle transforms as a powerful learning tool. Using the “I notice” statement allows us to see ourselves as mindful observers and mentors without harsh judgement on children. The “I notice” statement creates more opportunities to acknowledge the present moment which lead children’s curiosity and trust towards teachers/coaches.



Complete with the comprehensive weekly activity journals for building relationships that help achieve children’s academic/athletic goals of their own terms. I Notice shows you how to cultivate your self-awareness so that our instructions reflect on young learners’ performance with empathy. Children want to listen to someone who notices and listens to them. Overcoming challenges is up to well-established relationships between teacher/coaches and children.

Genres: Education

70 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 25, 2018

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.