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“My lunch is better than yours!” “I don’t like my drawing. Johnny can draw much nicer than I can.” “It’s not fair that math is harder for me than it is for Katie!” We elementary teachers often hear proclamations of this nature. While friendly competition can be healthy and motivating, unwise comparisons too often lead to unkind words and discouragement. I have been the mediator in many childish debates. I have been the encourager for students who were harboring an unhealthy self-image becau
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