Sunday, June 28, 2015

Alphabet Cards {Superhero Theme}

Alphabet Cards {Superhero Theme}

The PERFECT addition to go along with a Superhero Classroom Theme. There are 26 Alphabet Cards with a superhero character for each letter of the alphabet with the exception of the letters X and Y. Finished size measures approximately 5.25”W x 8”H.
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Alphabet-Cards-Superhero-Theme-Printables-1927792
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Directions: Print on card stock, trim along the image black border, and laminate for durability.

Superhero Theme Behavior Management Toolkit

Superhero Theme Behavior Management Toolkit

Product Description: The Superhero Theme Behavior Management Toolkit is designed to promote and reinforce positive behavior in the classroom using visually engaging and interactive tools. This toolkit includes a behavior chart, monthly behavior report, reward coupons, brag tags, and “Good Behavior” certificates/postcards, all centered around a superhero theme.

Components:

  • Behavior Chart:

    • Students’ names are attached to clothespins and clipped onto the chart.
    • As behavior improves or worsens, students move their clips up or down the chart.
    • Encourages students to make good choices and provides opportunities for redemption after poor choices.
  • Monthly Behavior Report:

    • Informs parents about their child's behavior throughout the day.
    • Includes a section for teacher comments to provide detailed feedback on student behavior.
  • Reward Coupons:

    • Used as positive reinforcement for good behavior.
    • Can be customized with different rewards that students can earn.
  • Brag Tags:

    • Small tags that students can collect and display as a sign of their positive behavior.
    • Encourages a sense of pride and accomplishment.
  • “Good Behavior” Certificates/Postcards:

    • Certificates and postcards that can be awarded to students for exemplary behavior.
    • Can be sent home to share positive achievements with parents.

Pros:

  • Visual Reinforcement: The behavior chart provides a clear and visual way for students to understand and track their behavior.
  • Positive Focus: Emphasizes positive reinforcement with reward coupons, brag tags, and certificates/postcards.
  • Parental Involvement: The monthly behavior report keeps parents informed and involved in their child's behavior management.
  • Engaging Theme: The superhero theme is appealing and motivating for young students.
  • Flexible Rewards: Customizable reward coupons allow teachers to tailor incentives to their classroom’s needs.


https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Superhero-Theme-Behavior-Management-Toolkit-Behavior-Clip-Chart-1927699

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Contents:

PP. 3 - 8  Superhero Behavior Clip Chart: It is suggested to print on card stock, cut out, laminate for durability, and then assemble.

PP. 9 Individual Superhero Behavior Clip Chart: Instead of making a public display of student’s behavior, use the Individual Superhero Behavior Clip Chart. The charts can be placed in the student’s desk, cubby, in a folder, basically anywhere that is out of sight. Simply print on card stock, cut out, and laminates for durability.

PP. 10-11 (2) Types of Name Tags: Name tags fit standard size wooden clothespins (dimensions: 0.5 “ H x 0.38 “ W x 3.25 “ L.) Either print on paper and hand write name on labels OR use Adobe Acrobat to type student names. Trim on the solid black line and use Modge Podge or school glue to attach name tags to clothespins. The second set is numbered. Assign a student a number for his tag. When printing CHOOSE PAGE SCALING - NONE!

PP. 12 How Am I Doing? Monthly behavior report with emotional icons. Circle the emotional icon the student received at the end of the day. I send home the behavior report in the student’s communication folder every day. The parents initial on the line each day. At the end of the month I file their behavior report in their assessment folder for future reference.

PP. 13 How Am I Doing? Monthly behavior report using color coded Superhero. Look at the top and decide which color the student received at the end of the day and color in the star burst.

PP. 14 How Am I Doing? Monthly behavior report using number coded. Look at the top and decide which number the student received at the end of the day and write the number on the star burst.

PP. 15 The Behavior Rubric can be used to quantify student’s behavior using the following suggested measures:
• Superhero 39/40 - 40/40
• Sidekick 37/40 - 38/40
• Soaring 31/40 - 36/40
• Ready to Fly/40 - 30/40
• Danger 16/40 - 20/40
• Commander’s Choice 11/40 - 15/40
• Call Home 10/40 and below.
• Record the scores on the student’s How Am I Doing? Monthly behavior report.

PP. 16 Student Information Sheet: I keep the student information sheet, parent / guardian contact log in 3-ring binder tabbed for each student. At the end of the month I place the monthly behavior report in there as well.

PP. 17 Parent/Guardian Contact Log: (With a place for student’s name.)

PP. 18 Parent/Guardian Contact Log: (Without a place for student’s name.)

PP. 19 Mailing Postcard Template

PP. 20 – 22 “Good Behavior” Certificates and/or Postcards: To use as a certificate print on regular paper and cut out. To use as a postcard print the image on one side of the card stock and the second side use the “Mailing Postcard Template.”

PP. 23 – 25 Reward Coupons: Decide on how many points or how many days your student is on a certain level before receiving a coupon. Print on card stock, cut out, and laminate for durability to reuse.

PP. 26 Brag Tags: To use as a positive reinforcement for good behavior. Decide on how many points or how many days your student is on a certain level before receiving a brag tag. Print on card stock, laminate for durability, and cut out. Punch a hole at the top and use ribbon to make a lanyard.

PP. 27 Full Size Behavior Clip Chart: Clip chart at its actual size of 8.5" W x 58"H.

Thursday, June 25, 2015

Robert Munsch (Another Favorite Children's Author)

Here is Robert Munsch's official website. Check out his book, "Mortimer," as he reads the story aloud. His vocal expressions are hilarious. My students listened to this story during centers in the listening area and absolutely loved it!