Looking for a way to encourage your students to raise their hands during group time or calendar time? I like to use this tool. I took a paper and divided it into equal squares. Every time a student raises their hand to contribute to our lesson and shows self control to wait for the teacher to call on them, I write their name in a box. It is a requirement that to get their name in the box, what they contribute to the conversation must be about out lesson. This tool helps students to recognize what behavior a teacher is seeking during calendar time.
Tip: some teachers have used this chart to also encourage students to bring back homework.
Tip: What happens when the chart is filled? That's up to you. Some teachers bring a special food treat for everyone when it is filled. Other teachers number each square, then draw a number at random from the chart. That selected student (or students) might get to pick a prize from a reward chest.
Raising hands is a great thing that needs lots of practice! =)
ReplyDeleteWe have Learning Rug Promises. I take a picture of the kiddos demonstrating them and post it where they can all see them. We also add helpful hearts to fill our bucket and that helps with raising your hand.
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