Classroom Rewards

One thing I make sure to always push hard in the beginning of the year is my reward system. This year, I tried Class Dojo which I absolutely loved and so did my students. Each week if they still had an "A" for citizenship I would give them some sort of treat. Some weeks I would give candy, pencils, treasure box picks, or one of my favorites (because it costs me absolutely nothing!) is my classroom coupons.

I am always trying to think of new coupons and whipping them up on the computer quickly or writing them on a post-it note (Yes, sadly I have done this before) isn't always the best method. I finally sat down and made some really fun and modern classroom coupons.

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Reviewing for ELA Tests

Although I love teaching new curriculum, having review days are something fun and fresh for everyone. I used to have students write topics on index cards or use white boards to hold up for activities (quick formative assessments). But I have found that I:

1. Couldn't read their handwriting (too small, messy, etc.)
2. The cards lasted through one activity or the boards were stained forever.
3. It wasn't as quick to read the responses given because they were written in many different "fonts".

I decided to spend some time creating little cards that I could print on heavier paper and have the option to laminate (ahh, the lamination machine!). I knew I could either collect them after the activity or have students keep them in plastic bags for a follow-up lesson. My students love getting their special little cards to use during review activities as well. Something new and exciting!

One of the topics I used them for was "Types of Sentences". Students were given a card with a type of sentence on each one. I would post a sentence on the board/overhead. They were not allowed to show a neighbor or me the card they selected until I said the magic word/sound. I would either countdown verbally, yell "Review", or blow the train whistle in my classroom. Students loved the excitement of it, and it really showed me who needed extra help. I would then go over the answer with the entire class.

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{FREEBIE}

for literary genre review cards. Enjoy!

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{FREEBIE} Alert!

Along with being winter, I know my students tend to miss more school. It is overwhelming when 4 kids are absent in one day and you're trying to figure out what they have missed and all organization seems to go out the window! You're always thinking, "Why can't they just all come to school!"

I have created a {FREEBIE} for your viewing on my Teachers Pay Teachers store. The product includes a back/front sheet to send home with students. The front includes all subject areas for an elementary teacher. The back side serves as a check-off list for student/parent organization to make sure nothing was forgotten. There is also a section for teacher notes and parent notes. This makes for great communication between parent/teacher.

The last few documents are just for the teacher. They look very similar to student sheets, except it is used as a check-off sheet and notes to keep organized in case it is "one of those days".

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