Transitional+Ideas

=Transitions are one area I did not expect to face so many issues with. The points of transition really do heavily affect the students and we have to prepare for them every day. We must acknowledge changes in schedule and go with the flow at some points.=

Songs are always great for getting the needed attention from the students. Different sounds could alert students to upcoming transitions. (Conditioning) Sparkles or stickers for smooth transitions. These can add up for prizes. Brain Break Cards - The student does what the card says to give themselves a break between transitions. Music is perfect for transitions. (Mrs. Greene) Timers and quiet signals ([|lauracandler.com]) Extra ideas for when they are "done" Anchor charts containing transition ideas GREAT list of simple attention grabbers Point system that plots teacher against students. Teacher gets points when the transition is not smooth! The kids want to compete at all times!