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Morning Meetings and Positive Behavior

I am going to find time in my day to have a Morning Meeting again.  I started strong at the beginning of the year, and we always have them for a bit when I track back in, but they fall by the wayside as I've been strapped for time in Math instruction.  I'm a huge believer in the Responsive Classroom model; if you're looking for more information, check out these links...

Click here for an overview of Morning Meetings, and here's a quick video on a quick and easy greeting:


Do you use Morning Meetings in your classroom?  What are your favorite parts?  How effective is it in your classroom?

Keeping with the theme of classroom management, I have a freebie for you!  33 Reasonable Rewards.  Click here to download from Google Docs.  :)

Thanks for reading, and for your comments. Happy Wednesday! ~Jen

Comments

  1. Tania4/18/2012

    I LOVE the rewards document. Great ideas! THX :)
    I tried morning meetings years ago. Since I never received proper training, I always felt akward, so I stopped. I have met many teachers who love it!
    My Second Sense

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  2. Anonymous4/18/2012

    THanks for the rewards ideas! It's great to have some fresh ideas! :)
    I don't do the morning meetings, but it is part of my plan for next year to try it!
    Marie
    www.cotesclass.blogspot.com

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  3. Casey Wiggins4/18/2012

    Thanks for the reminder about morning meetings! I feel like I have been trying to cram so much into their little brainos that I haven't been very responsive to their social needs. :/

    Casey
    Second Grade Math Maniac Blog

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