BINGO!

Bingo is a motivational tool that I use with my students. Each grade 2 classroom has a bingo grid hanging on the wall. When a student is caught working diligently, helping a friend, listening attentively, etc., they are rewarded with their name being written in a square on the grid. Not only does the student get rewarded, but it serves as a reminder to those who are not following expectations to get back on track. At the end of the English period on Fridays, I hold a bingo raffle. A letter and number are pulled from a bag and if that square is occupied by a name, that student wins the prize of the week. Some prizes include wearing their slippers to school, choosing to sit at the teacher's desk for a period, choosing a prize from the treasure box, or having me write a note home about all of their positive accomplishments. Congratulations to this week's winners: India from M. Lachapelle's room, and Benjamin from Mme. Domingue's room!