Restorative Practices at Home
Restorative practices focus on having positive relationships. When we make a mistake, they ask us to take responsibility for our behavior and make amends. At the heart of restorative practices is the belief that we are all in this together. At home, this can include taking responsibility for keeping spaces clean or for the choices we make, having positive relationships with family and friends, and being respectful of those around us. Restorative practices support children in learning how to create healthy relationships and how to resolve conflicts.
Circles to Connect as a Family
What’s a circle?
Circles are a great tool for having meaningful conversations as a family. After someone decides a topic, every member of the family gets their turn to share their response without interruption. Everyone’s voice matters, and we all get to know one another a little better.
When could I do a circle?
● During meals or while preparing meals
● During car rides
● During bedtime or morning routines
● Preparing for something stressful
● Through texting
Circles Prompts for Home
1. Sweet: a good part of your day,
Sour: hard part of your day,
Service: something kind you did for someone else
2. Goal for the day
3. One thing everyone should know is...
4. One thing I am grateful for is...
5. Something I did well today was…
6. Something I saw someone else in our family do well today was…
7. I am feeling ____ about (current event) because….
8. Reflections after a test
9. Reflections after a sporting/club event or other activity
Source: Jeffco Restorative Practices