One of my favorite things about Mr. Rogers was his ability to dialogue with kids. On “Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood,” he would always propose thoughtful, open-ended questions to kids. He would ask intentional questions, then express genuine interest in their answers. Mr. Rogers would often engage in vulnerable storytelling that helped the viewers understand the larger concept he had in mind. And most importantly, he would always remain calm. It’s important to dialogue with the kid

“How are you feeling today?” A simple, yet powerful, question. Sometimes we can go through an entire day without being asked or asking ourselves this question. As a teacher, when I ask my students how they’re feeling, they are given the opportunity for self-assessment. When kids assess their own emotions, they are more likely to effectively manage stress, control impulses, and achieve goals. An emotional check-in also forges a stronger rapport between teacher and student, or