Reading this chapter takes me back to the drama class I had in high school. I wish my high school instructor had used the tactics that Esquith points out in this chapter. Play-acting can really make a positive impact on students, especially if you use the approaches that Esquith talks about. I really like the audio lessons that Esquith discusses. I think this would be one great way to prepare students to take the stage. Music and dance is a great way to put on easier programs, and the students get a great experience and accomplished feelings through these types of programs. I know with my own children, who are in kindergarten, walk away from a music and dance program with a lot of enthusiasm and high energy. This demonstrates that programs do make positive impacts.
Like Esquith, the thought of teaching overwhelms me, but I quickly put the thoughts of giving up away. I try not to focus on the downside of teacher’s jobs, but only on the reality of the outcome for the students. After all the students is my main focus and reasoning for becoming a teacher, and I hope to never lose sight of that.
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