Two Column Story Table: Egg Cookin’ Colin
Colin waking up in bed, rubbing his eyes: “I’m hungry” Problem | |
Mom says: “Let’s make scrambled eggs” Challenge presented: promotes family time; togetherness; love; encouragement | |
We gather the ingredients Promotes team work; listening skills; self-esteem building | |
Colin tries to break the egg but can’t. Wants to give up. Asks his mother to do it for him. Struggle ensures. The child exhibits self-doubt over abilities; fear of failure | |
Mom says: “You can do it, crack the egg one more time. You won’t hurt anything. If we make a mess, we will just clean it up and get another egg.” Colin cracks the egg again. Child is encouraged to not give up and keep trying. |
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SUCCESS!! Colin cracks his egg into the bowl. He whips the egg in satisfaction over what he has accomplished. He dumps the egg into the pan to cook. Child gains self-esteem and confidence. Learns that success comes from trying and pushing past fear. (try-try-again) | |
Colin enjoys the fruits (or eggs) of his labor. He gains self-confidence and self-esteem as he has learned a new skill and the satisfaction that comes from self-sufficiency. Lesson learned: Never give up! |