Jaime's Reflection- Mem Fox (Ch.6)

I actually enjoyed reading Chapter Six, “Halt! Who Goes There?” I thought it was interesting that she used dialogue in this chapter. I found it easier to read and I enjoyed her wit and humor. I like the way she introduces her Four R's by relating a story to it.

In this Chapter, Mem writes about the 4 R’s: Relationships, Reality, Rejoicing in Choices and The Return of the Affective. I think the relationship between a teacher and students are very important. A teacher should try and learn about the child’s interest, fears, or goals. This will help them form a bond with one another so that the student and teacher are comfortable with each other. I think it’s also important for the child to know some things about the teacher. I really liked my fifth grade teacher and it’s probably because we did share a bond. I remember her stories she shared with us about her family and she was very open about her personal life.