- Prep the chart paper with whichever heading works for your students.
- Write out a few sticky notes that have "acceptable" and "unacceptable" behaviors on them. For this chart I color-coded the stickies (green and red) and keep them out of sight until we discussed them as a whole group.
- Ask students to give a thumbs ups or a thumbs down to indicate which section of the chart the sticky belongs on.
- In pairs (or triads) have students write down an additional behavior to be added to the chart.
- Add the red "no" slash or the green star as you and your students discuss their sticky notes.
- Add the student suggestions to the correct side.
- Display the anchor chart to remind students of acceptable and unacceptable behaviors.
Overall, this was a success! Behaviors were immediately adjusted for the better. And, I now have an additional resource in the classroom for students to refer to when the need arises. The interactive piece was a hit in my room. The students loved sharing their ideas and they added a few things that I wouldn't have thought to include.
Give it a try and let me know how it works out for you!