Another project off my “to-do” list! I’m steadily making some progress, which is good, because I have less than a month to go!
I had pinned this a million years ago from Mel D. at Seusstastic Classroom Inspirations and kept coming back to it. As I would go on my “errands” and see things that would be perfect for a traditional treasure box in the Dollar Spot or bargain aisle, I kept trying to decide what I wanted to do in terms of rewards in my classroom.
During my student teaching, I tried both approaches. I used a treasure box in one placement, and rewards like these in the other. The kids responded the most positively to the rewards that, I felt, meant something. That’s not to say treasure boxes aren’t valuable or important if that’s what works for your classroom — I think it’s important to do what works for you and your students! These kiddos, however, really liked the additional classroom privileges and duties that they could earn.
I’ve been brainstorming for a few weeks now — off and on — what rewards I could possibly implement. I came up with 12 to start with, knowing that I’ll likely tweak them once I get to know my kiddos and what they value the most:
The reward I’m most excited about my students earning and redeeming is definitely the “be an expert” reward. I look forward to collaborating with students on a mini-lesson that they’ll teach to their peers… I definitely think that will be a big hit and something valued by all my kiddos!
This system is within my “Be Oz-Some” behavior plan, so of course I had to make a label to that effect! I’m planning on creating a quick log for me to check off what reward a student chooses, and then write when they redeem it — that way I have some data about what’s working and what isn’t.
I would love for you to head on over and pick these up for FREE in my TPT store if you think they would be useful in your classroom! Not every reward will fit your style or classroom system, but I hope that a few will — and of course, there’s two labels to choose from too. (When I create my reward log, I’ll post that as a Google Doc freebie as well.)
I was thinking to myself before I got to the bottom of the post how much I wanted this & then I saw it was a freebie! Thank you so much! This is such a cute idea. 🙂
Lisa
Learning Is Something to Treasure
You're very welcome! I wouldn't have felt right about now offering it as a freebie, since my pinspiration was a freebie in the first place!
I was seeing it and saying the same thing, "So glad this is a FREEBIE!" I'm loving how your products are rainbow themed!!!!! Your planner is on my wishlist. Keep up the AWESOME stuff!
✰Amber
Sparkles , Smiles, and Student Teaching
You're so very welcome — I'm glad it's useful!
What a great idea. I think I am going to use this with my Economy. I'm hoping that some of them will fit into my classroom store. Thanks so much sharing. Glad I came by today. 🙂
I'm not sure if you know this but your word verifier is on. Sometimes it is hard to read those letters and numbers to write them down correctly. Just an FYI. 🙂
Mrs. Flickinger's Butterfly Oasis
It is on?! URGH. I never ever see it when I reply, so I didn't realize that! Buggers.
I love the colorful cards you made!!! Thanks so much for sharing and I will see ya at the Va blogger get together!
Andrea
One Teacher's Take
I'm super excited about it! See ya there!
I have been trying to think of new rewards to add to my collection already. thanks for some more ideas and the freebie!
Jessica
Apples and Papers
You're very welcome!
What a great idea! Thanks for sharing!
Hooty
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You're very welcome!
Sarah,
I'm totally LOVING this! After I post here I will be heading over to your TpT to download… any chance I could get you to change the AWESOME to "Super!" for me??? So, I have to tell you that I went to see The Dark Knight Rises and during the previews they showed the preview for the movie OZ and I immediately thought of you! I can't wait to see it! Did you know that that movie was coming out, cause I had no idea! Also, I just posted a freebie on my blog for Daily 5/Daily Action! Word Work that you can use with your spelling words… go check it out cause I put a surprise in the packet just for YOU! 🙂
http://www.theteachingbug.blogspot.com
Duh, of course I'll change it! 🙂
I'm seriously so so so so so excited about that movie. BEYOND. Mostly because I know there will be merchandise that comes out of it, and I'm actually planning on going to my local movie theater NOW to talk to the manager about getting any displays for my classroom.
I saw the surprise earlier and I am TOTALLY excited to use it with my kiddos! Thanks for thinking of me!
I'm so glad I found your blog. This will be my 7th year teaching but my first year in 2nd. I've been in 3rd for the past 6. I don't have an Oz theme (so cute) but rainbow colors! Everything in my room is colorful! Can't wait to get some of your stuff!
Allison
It's my first year in second grade too!!
2nd Grade Teacher
The Sweetest Thing
Thanks for sharing!!!
I'm new to blogging and am glad I found yours! Check mine out 🙂
2nd Grade Teacher
The Sweetest Thing