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Today at circle time I introduced a new activity. Each child drew a slip of paper and then we decided “thumbs up” or “thumbs down”. I’m trying to reinforce good manners, the rules, and using better words, etc.
Thumbs Up! Thumbs Down! Jar

This went over *very* well and the kids contributed to the conversation with suggestions and examples. My plan is to keep adding to the jar as I see things we need to address as things come up. The plastic jar was about $2.00 from Jo-Ann Fabrics.
I also added things like “Give Stacy hugs.” “Asking for help in the bathroom if you need it.”
Before going out to play, we reviewed the rules:
“Throwing snow at friends” Thumbs up? or thumbs down?
“Sharing swings?”
“Playing with everyone?”
“Pushing?”
“Having fun?”
I hope this continues to be as positive as it is today!
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Julie
Friday 6th of May 2016
Good afternoon, I would like to use your idea. Do I need permission? It will work great in my class. Thank you!
Stacy
Friday 6th of May 2016
You are welcome to use this in your classroom. Thanks for asking!
Julie
Friday 6th of May 2016
I am going to use your idea in my class. DO I need permission?
Stacy
Friday 6th of May 2016
You are welcome to use this in your classroom. Thanks for asking!
Books4Learning
Friday 15th of April 2016
Great activity!
Jana
Friday 13th of November 2015
Would love a copy of this as well! :-) We are talking about feelings and emotions right now in my classroom! Thanks!