Hiya,
I did this question as a professional discussion with my tutor and i talked about an activity i did with the children at christmas when i was being observed, I'd set up the creative table up with different coloured glitters, different coloured and shaped tinsel etc for the children to make christmas cards for their parents. Out of 8 children in the setting only 1 wanted to do the activity. After the session I reflected on the activity, and thought about what i could of done to get the other children interested and involved ie having more things to decorate, having more choices of materials etc. I was disappointed that only one child wanted to do the activity i had prepare especially as i was being observed by my tutor.
The next week when i had the same children, still focusing on the xmas theme, we had been given a little red post box and i said to the children that i was going to write a letter to santa and post it in the box. The activity went brilliant all the children were involved in either drawing a picture or doing their version of a letter. One child wanted me to write the words for chocolates, perfume etc and he tried to copy the letters which was fantastic. The children put their letters in an envelope and posted them. Again when the session was over and i had time to reflect on the afternoon my placement supervisor came over and said how pleased she was with what i had done and thanked me very much. I felt really good and it gave me the incentive to try something different next week.
Having reflection identifies weaknesses and this is a positive thing, since informed practitioners can take steps to develop their practice. They can feel good about improving their work performance. Focusing on strengths and achievements can increase confidence and self-esteem.
Hope this gives you an idea, gud luk
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