Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Blocks
I have had a very chatty class so far this year. I finally decided something needs to be done. I am implementing the 3 block system. Every morning when the students walk in the load themselves with 3 blocks (which are kept in their desks). I take the blocks away as I see fit. For any behavior that is not safe, respectful, or responsible. So for example, planner is not signed, I take a block. A student is talking while he or she should be listening, I take a block. If a student cannot show me at least one block by recess, they have to stay inside. After recess, the kids reload again. If they lose their afternoon blocks as well, they get a note home in their planner. It has been working like a charm. The best part is...I have parents calling ME!!! They are totally on board and the kids respond quickly.
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Nikki, this sounds like a effective and managable strategy to use that works for the teacher and for your students.
ReplyDeleteI think that this is a great system if it works for your students. I believe that we must do something each year that works with that group of students. I did a class reward jar last year for respectful, responsible, and safe behavior. This year I have switched to students getting individual beads for things that they agreed on. At the beginning of the year, we came up with what they should get beads for, how many, and how many they have to have to earn the reward on Friday. I allow the students then on Fridays to have "Fun Friday". They get to chose their center based on the number of beads they earned for the week. I hope that this works for you and your class.
ReplyDeleteWow! It sounds like a lot of people thinking outside the box to find things that work for each group.
ReplyDeleteNice job Nikki. I will be sure to remind the kids about their blocks if need be in PE. It's nice to see that parents are following through!
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