It's official ~ school is IN!
I wanted to share a few things I've updated around the room as well as my classroom rules. Last year I started using Whole Brain Teaching rules and this year I decided to update them to my specific needs.
#1 - Raise your Hand for Permission to Speak
#2 - Speak Quietly
#3 - Clean Up After Yourself
#4 - Make Good Choices
I have one set posted on the wall and one small set on a ring hanging on my teaching easel so I can reference them with the K-2 crowd on the carpet. I use hand motions and make sure the kids repeat the rules every time they come to class.
Click for the google doc links of the letter and 1/2 size paper rules.
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~ Kristin
AW Yay! I made a pencil sign just like that a couple of years ago and it's been all over Pinterest. Glad people are finding it helpful!!!
ReplyDeleteWOW! I just pinned this whole page. Thanks so much for the inspriation!
ReplyDeleteNic Hahn, MiniMatisse.blogspot.com
What is silent start? They have to start working silently?
ReplyDeleteYes, after materials are distributed, I turn on the timer for 5 minutes of silent or mostly quiet working time. They are WAY more focused on beginning this way.
DeleteReally like the silent start idea! Thank you! BTW, I can view the freebie (Whole Brain Art Room Rules), but I'm unable to print or edit. When I go to print, it shows a blank page.
ReplyDeleteRequested permission from you on Google. :)
Sorry it took me a while to get back to you on this - I've been on vacation without technology :)
ReplyDeleteI changed the setting - not sure why it was set wrong. Please try it now and let me know!
Thanks for looking!