First and second graders recently participated in class guidance lessons covering the topic of tattling. We explored the book A Bad Case of Tattle Tongue by Julia Cook. Second graders were surveyed to test their knowledge and understanding of tattling v. reporting both before and after the lesson. Baker second graders scored 77% on the pre-test and 91% on the tattling post-test. These students know the following tattle rules:
1. Be a Danger Ranger - If a person or animal is in danger, you must report!
2. Be a Problem Solver - If the problem involves you, take charge and try hard to solve it yourself first.
3. Now or Later? - Is the problem a "NOW" problem or a "NOT NOW" problem? Can your problem be solved at a later time?
4. M.Y.O.B (Mind Your Own Beeswax!) - If the problem is not dangerous and it does not involve you...DO NOT TATTLE!