Thumbs Up! Thumbs Down! Jar

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.




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!