Ballet Day!

If you want your kids to learn a behavior or good habit you have to visit it over & over with them even when you don't think they're paying attention they are! I'm constantly telling Gigi what I expect of her as far as her behavior is concerned. I say the same thing so many times I begin to annoy myself!  For example, since Gigi began taking dance lessons last summer I would remind her before each class to listen to the teacher, do what the teacher does, leave your star on the ground, and when your tap shoes go on no running around. These were all Gigi specific needs. Her behavior in all of these areas have improved drastically over the months. So I wonder is she just getting older and able to focus more or is there a chance that's she's actually doing what I asked of her?  Most likely she's just growing up but that doesn't mean she's not paying attention to my words. This morning after arriving at dance I sat her down on the bench to put her ballet shoes on & without any prompting from me she began reciting the rules, "listen to your teacher, leave your star on the ground..." Even when it doesn't seem like they're listening they are. Your words are very powerful be careful how you use them with your children...they will remember them!