I came into a class the other day - it was time to start, but the room was mostly empty. That day they were performing a script I had assigned last week. I didn't expect them to be ready. I thought they would have forgotten and I'd have to use the class period to explain again and have the students practice. Annoyed, I set up my things and soon the students came pouring in from the hallway.
They were wearing capes, crowns, and princess dresses.
"We're ready!"
It was so cute.
Things seem to be working this year. Of my 200+ students, I only have three problem students - and all three I've negotiated a sticker chart program. I still have a hard time believing it is working, they seem to old to be rewarded by smiley face stickers.
But positive reinforcement goes a long way.
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