Exercise 8. Read and translate the text on some strategies that kindergarten teachers use to build positive relationships with parents. Fill in the gaps with the words: Students’ successes; warmly; communication methods; family members; creating solutions; empathetically; conversations; concerns 1. Greet them ___: Ensure that at least 90% of your encounters with parents are positive, warm, and friendly. 2. Learn their names: Demonstrate an interest in knowing each student’s ___. 3. Listen to parents: Show genuine interest in what parents have to say about their child and their ___. 4. Share good news: Celebrate ___ and share positive observations with parents regularly. 5. Communicate frequently: Keep parents informed about what’s happening in the classroom through varied ___ like emails or phone calls. 6. Be collaborative: Work together with parents, showing that you appreciate their child’s uniqueness and strengths, and involve them in ___ when issues arise. 7. Set boundaries together: Establish clear boundaries for ___, ensuring that both parties can speak openly and respectfully. 8. Approach conversations with empathy: Consider the perspective of parents, especially when discussing challenging topics, and use “I” statements to express ___.