Hats Off to Guided Reading

This past week has been a great one in my classroom, all because of hats.  I have a collection of wacky hats and headbands in my classroom (bought from various pharmacies, Claire's, and Cracker Barrell).  I wear these during guided reading.  My hats are a reminder to my students that I am teaching a small group and should not be bothered unless they are experiencing one of the "4 B's"--that is, that they are bleeding, broken, bruised, or barfing!!!  Anything else can wait, or they are more than welcome to write me a note which I can respond to without stopping my discussions with my students.  They also no that once my hat comes off, I am fair game and can answer questions.  It sounds silly I know.....but it works!