This document provides examples of ways to build relationships in a classroom setting such as a gem jar, filling buckets, star of the week, and book nook. It also lists rules for students to follow that are safe, respectful, and responsible and mentions using pictures to help teach the rules.
Here are some things we’ve done in Newton to build relationships… Physical Examples and pictures *Gem Jar – Children vote on a fun reward Ex. – pajama party Children work toward the goal to fill the jar. Add pictures of Tricky Tuesday *Star of the week –*Class mascot*Bucket Notes home
Children are encouraged to use this as a private space to manage emotions.
-Review often.. Use these words in everything you do “You are being so respectful when you hand the blocks to your friend”
-When teaching rules/expectations – show pictures of examples of what these rules might look like
