2.3 Quiet Thinkers and Observers

<p><span style="font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;">Shyness is often misunderstood because it is not one emotion, but a mixture of fear, tension, apprehension, or embarrassment. Shy children seem to lack confidence and are self-conscious especially in new surroundings or when they are the center of attention. Changes in the environment and school pressures are also factors that affect a child’s demeanor.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;">It is noteworthy that shyness is not necessarily a negative attribute. Many shy children exhibit an ability to please and think for themselves. Being reserved can also be a worthy personality trait. It is when shyness is severe that educators need to be concerned.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Join Bryan in the Lounge as he and education writer Leah Davies (@Kellybearbooks) converse about students who are quiet thinkers and observers. She also manages</span> <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/redirect?q=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kellybear.com&v=ZniYlHgTMsY&event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqazFEYjNGV2xZSVRoLUF4YkRwUjhYanJDWnNQQXxBQ3Jtc0tuNG5wZV9lNzV2azdCWXNWSVE5c3pQRm0wLU1XYUFycXp3dUtycHdVS2c5bGliVDZ4MXUtWnJ1OGhlWXhreDJxVThIX05rbHZ5VUhFQkgwZ3QwQnZqRHZjUWtFdVBPN1NMMVJPSGhGSXh5SXdoZU9GZw%3D%3D"> <span style= "font-weight: 400;">http://www.kellybear.com</span></a></span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt;">What strategies help you in reaching your quiet and shy students?</span></p> <p><br /> <br /></p>