--- title: Teachstone's Affiliate Trainer Blog | Pre-K description: Pre-K | --- [![teachstone](https://info.teachstone.com/hs-fs/file-2536557792-png/teachstone-image/teachstone-logo-small.png "teachstone")](http://teachstone.com/) - [myCLASS Login](http://home.teachstone.com/) - [English](https://home.teachstone.com/logins/login) - [Español](https://home.teachstone.com/es/logins/login) # Teachstone's Affiliate Trainer Blog ## [CLASS Is Like a House](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/class-is-like-a-house) 28 Aug 2017 by [Meghan Cornwell](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/author/meghan-cornwell) [![](https://info.teachstone.com/hubfs/House.jpg)](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/class-is-like-a-house) I recently heard about a great analogy about the CLASS tool and I had to share it. I can’t take credit for the idea. Affiliate Trainer, Teresa Bockes, originated the concept, and I loved it the minute I heard it: **CLASS is like a house.** Let’s build a house step-by-step to learn more about this metaphor. Topics: [Pre-K](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/topic/pre-k), [Trainer Tips](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/topic/trainer-tips) [Read More](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/class-is-like-a-house) ## [CLASS is More than Open-Ended Questions](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/class-tool-is-more-than-open-ended-questions-0) 22 Jun 2017 by [Jacquelynn Jauregui](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/author/jacquelynn-jauregui) [![](https://info.teachstone.com/hubfs/cake.jpg)](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/class-tool-is-more-than-open-ended-questions-0) Do you find that when you train teachers or coaches on CLASS, all they want to talk about is open-ended questions? When trainees hear *CLASS tool,* often the first thought that comes to their mind is asking children open-ended questions. And while asking “how” and “why” questions is extremely important in helping to foster and support language and concept development, we cannot have effective interactions with these questions alone. There is so much more to the CLASS tool! Topics: [Pre-K](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/topic/pre-k), [K-12](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/topic/k-12), [Infant and Toddler](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/topic/infant-and-toddler) [Read More](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/class-tool-is-more-than-open-ended-questions-0) ## [What Emotional Support Interactions Happen during Mealtime?](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/what-emotional-support-interactions-happen-during-mealtime) 22 Nov 2016 by [Mary-Margaret Gardiner](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/author/mary-margaret-gardiner) [![](https://info.teachstone.com/hubfs/cafeteria-girl-322399-edited.jpg)](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/what-emotional-support-interactions-happen-during-mealtime) We often hear people asking about conducting CLASS observations during mealtimes. What kinds of interactions can be observed while children are just eating? Turns out—there are many examples of high-quality interactions during breakfast or lunch. Let's focus first on the Emotional Support CLASS domain.  Topics: [Pre-K](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/topic/pre-k), [K-12](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/topic/k-12), [Infant and Toddler](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/topic/infant-and-toddler) [Read More](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/what-emotional-support-interactions-happen-during-mealtime) ## [The Most Underutilized Page in the CLASS Manual](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/the-most-underutilized-page-in-the-class-manual) 15 Nov 2016 by [Mary-Margaret Gardiner](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/author/mary-margaret-gardiner) [![](https://info.teachstone.com/hs-fs/file-2550109240-png/blog-attachments/CLASS-Manual_small.png)](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/the-most-underutilized-page-in-the-class-manual) The Scoring Summary Sheet can offer observers and coaches a lot of insight on what's happening in a classroom during a typical day. Located on page 18 of the Pre-K CLASS Manual, Figure 2.2 shows how to create a summary of all six observational cycles. It also allows coaches to ask data-backed, specific questions like, "What's happening during small group that may be affecting a teacher's behavior management interactions?"  Topics: [Pre-K](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/topic/pre-k) [Read More](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/the-most-underutilized-page-in-the-class-manual) ## [How Do You Code Teacher Sensitivity if You Don’t See Any Problems?](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/how-do-you-code-teacher-sensitivity-if-you-dont-see-any-problems) 26 Sep 2016 by [Sarah Hadden](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/author/sarah-hadden) [![](https://info.teachstone.com/hubfs/social-suggested-images/teacher-sensitivity.jpg)](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/how-do-you-code-teacher-sensitivity-if-you-dont-see-any-problems) We recently received an email from an observer who had just completed his K-3 recertification and had some difficulty with Teacher Sensitivity. He stated that he was uncertain how to code the indicator of Addresses Proble­­ms if the students do not appear to have difficulties. He wondered if he needed to be more attentive to minor signs of awareness and responsiveness. If you've ever wondered that yourself or have had a trainee ask you that question, read on to see our response.  Topics: [Pre-K](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/topic/pre-k), [K-12](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/topic/k-12) [Read More](https://info.teachstone.com/affiliateblog/how-do-you-code-teacher-sensitivity-if-you-dont-see-any-problems) 1 ### Want to receive blog updates by email? #### Be in the know. Stay connected to Teachstone with our most recent blog posts that apply to you–featuring articles, tips, and updates on trainings. ### Get these blog posts in your inbox! 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