Praise Stems and Scripts by Angela Anthony

aanthony17 — 2024-11-15 15:40:59 UTC

I can see that you are thinking so hard. You used the [lesson strategy] and made notes for the important parts. That’s what good [mathematicians/readers/writers/ researchers] do! When you do this, it helps you to process difficult questions to find a way to get started. (Modified from linked Edutopia article)

aanthony17 — 2024-11-15 15:42:38 UTC

I see that you made a mistake here and crossed it out before you found another way to [solve/communicate]. Sometimes [mathematicians/writers/readers/researchers] have to try ways that don’t work to get to a strategy that does. When you aren’t afraid to make mistakes, it helps you to take risks and build grit to accomplish great things. I admire that quality! (Modified from linked Edutopia article)

aanthony17 — 2024-11-15 15:43:41 UTC

Wow, [student name]! I noticed you got a little overwhelmed by this problem, but you got up and took a walk, then came back and got right to work. When you do that, it sends oxygen to your brain and helps you think more clearly. That’s a great strategy for when you get overwhelmed. I use that strategy sometimes too! (from linked Edutopia article)

aanthony17 — 2024-11-15 15:45:35 UTC

Thank you for your comment when you asked/stated, [insert student statement or question] in this week’s reading. I hope you noticed how the discussion was electric after that. Your question prompted the class to rethink the topic from a different perspective. You got everyone to think differently!

aanthony17 — 2024-11-15 15:46:21 UTC

The extra time you put into researching the opposing side of this debate topic helped to prepare you to rebut the other team’s claims. You methodically addressed each of their statements and referred to specific articles and studies in refuting those statements. The effort you put into your preparation paid off in your strong rebuttal.

aanthony17 — 2024-11-15 15:54:01 UTC

I know you prefer to work on your own most of the time, and I want to compliment you on how well you cooperated with your group on [assignment/activity]. I noticed you offering ideas, listening to your peers, and coming to a consensus together. By working together in this way, you came up with the best way to present your findings.

aanthony17 — 2024-11-15 15:54:25 UTC

The statement you chose for the theme of your book was surprising! Your explanation illuminated examples that supported that theme and helped me to understand your point of view. By pointing out multiple instances in the story when your theme guided character actions, you made a convincing claim that it influenced the overall story arch.