Thumbs Up! Thumbs Down! Jar

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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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