"You Bet Your Homework Over the Break" is what greeted the students today above our Scoreboard. The last thing in the world the kids want is homework over a great week long Thanksgiving break. Of course I told them what this meant and they were so focused that the day felt like the middle of September! Focused learning on a day that can typically make kids crazy! I saw many a classroom today a bit helter skelter...but not us, because the motivating power of the scoreboard!
The next time you need to have the kids focused, break out this version for just this special occasion. You may be surprised how focused they can get...while having an intensely fun time!
Great idea!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea! I plan on using this before spring break and long weekends. It might even be good for some Fridays!
ReplyDeleteThanks,
Sacha
http://luria-learning.blogspot.com/2012/01/responding-to-student-mistakes.html