Behavior Boost

lflores

Tier 2

Lesson Plan

Behavior Boost Blueprint

Through six 30-minute small-group sessions, students will learn five structured routines, employ visual cues, and self-monitor behavior to build consistent on-task habits. By lesson end, students will apply routines independently, track progress using charts, and demonstrate improved engagement.

Consistent routines and visual cues help 2nd graders with attention and self-regulation, reducing off-task behavior. This lesson series supports students needing extra structure, fostering independence, increasing engagement, and boosting classroom success.

Audience

2nd Grade Small Group

Time

6 sessions, 30 minutes each

Approach

Structured routines with visual cues and self-checks

Materials

Focused Five Routines Slide Deck, My Daily Check-In Chart Worksheet, and Routine Relay Race Game

Prep

Prepare Materials

15 minutes

Review the Focused Five Routines Slide Deck and familiarize yourself with each routine.
Print or photocopy enough My Daily Check-In Chart Worksheets for each student for six days.
Gather and label visual cue cards for each routine (Quiet Start, Attention Partner, Task Trot, Focused Fingers, Team Cheers).
Set up stations and props needed for the Routine Relay Race Game.
Prepare a behavior tracking board or chart to display daily group progress.

Step 1

Session 1: Introduce Quiet Start

30 minutes

Objective: Teach students the "Quiet Start" routine to transition calmly into small-group time.
Materials: Focused Five Routines Slide Deck; Quiet Start cue card displayed at group table.
Routine: Model Quiet Start by silently gathering materials and taking a deep breath before beginning activities.
Visual Cues: Show and discuss the Quiet Start cue card; post near the table.
Check-In: Students complete the first box on their My Daily Check-In Chart Worksheet.
Intervention: Use proximity, quiet verbal prompts, and praise when students follow the routine.

Step 2

Session 2: Teach Attention Partner

30 minutes

Objective: Introduce "Attention Partner" to reinforce listening and turn-taking.
Materials: Focused Five Routines Slide Deck; Attention Partner cue cards.
Routine: Pair students to practice giving and taking turns speaking, making eye contact.
Visual Cues: Display Attention Partner card; demonstrate partner stance.
Check-In: Students mark their effort and note any moments they needed a reminder on their chart.
Intervention: Offer guided feedback, model partner interactions, and reinforce with stickers.

Step 3

Session 3: Teach Task Trot

30 minutes

Objective: Practice "Task Trot" for efficient material transitions.
Materials: Focused Five Routines Slide Deck; Task Trot cue card.
Routine: Time students moving from circle to seats/materials, aiming for a smooth, quiet transition.
Visual Cues: Post the Task Trot card near transition points.
Check-In: Students color the transition box on their chart green/yellow/red based on success.
Intervention: Provide countdowns, model steps, and offer verbal cues for off-task behavior.

Step 4

Session 4: Teach Focused Fingers

30 minutes

Objective: Introduce "Focused Fingers" to maintain attention during independent work.
Materials: Focused Five Routines Slide Deck; Focused Fingers cue card.
Routine: Model hands-up pause, scanning area, then diving into work quietly.
Visual Cues: Display Focused Fingers card at each workspace.
Check-In: Students rate their focus level and note any distractions on their chart.
Intervention: Use nonverbal signals (e.g., tapping card), offer brief encouragement, and redirect as needed.

Step 5

Session 5: Teach Team Cheers

30 minutes

Objective: Build positive group reinforcement with "Team Cheers."
Materials: Focused Five Routines Slide Deck; Team Cheers cue card.
Routine: When a group meets a goal, they choose a cheer from the deck to celebrate positively.
Visual Cues: Post the Team Cheers card; prepare simple cheer examples.
Check-In: Students note one positive moment on their chart.
Intervention: Prompt specific praise, guide students to focus on progress rather than mistakes.

Step 6

Session 6: Review & Routine Relay Race

30 minutes

Objective: Reinforce all five routines through the Routine Relay Race Game.
Materials: Routine Relay Race Game; all five visual cue cards.
Routine: In teams, students race through stations practicing each routine; earn points for correct execution.
Visual Cues: Display relevant cue card at each station.
Check-In: Complete final box on the chart; reflect on favorite routine and areas for growth.
Intervention: Offer immediate feedback during the race, celebrate successes with Team Cheers.
Wrap-Up: Gather as a group, review progress on behavior tracking board, set goal for next week.

Slide Deck

Focused Five Routines

Building Consistent Behavioral Habits

Use these five routines across six sessions to help 2nd graders stay on task and engaged.

Welcome teachers! This slide deck introduces the “Focused Five” behavioral routines. Use these slides to present each routine’s purpose, model examples, guide student practice, and prompt reflection.

Session Objectives

Introduce five structured routines for smooth transitions, attention, and group reinforcement.
Provide visual cues and modeling for each routine.
Guide students through practice prompts and self-checks.
Reflect on successes and set goals for improvement.

Highlight what students will learn and why it matters.

Routine 1: Quiet Start

Definition: A calm transition into small-group time.

Visual Cue: Cue card showing a child breathing deeply and gathering tools.

Model: Teacher silently gathers materials and takes one slow deep breath.

Practice Prompt: “Let’s all practice our Quiet Start—breathe in, gather, and look ready.”

Explain Quiet Start. Show a photo of a student quietly gathering materials and taking a breath.

Routine 2: Attention Partner

Definition: Engage with a partner by listening and taking turns speaking.

Visual Cue: Two stick figures facing each other with ears and mouth icons.

Model: Student A shares idea, Student B nods and repeats key word.

Practice Prompt: “Turn to your partner. Take turns answering: What’s our first step?”

Introduce Attention Partner. Demonstrate eye contact and respectful voice level.

Routine 3: Task Trot

Definition: Move efficiently and quietly between tasks or locations.

Visual Cue: Footprints leading to a chair and desk.

Model: Teacher times a smooth, silent walk to the work area in 5 seconds.

Practice Prompt: “Let’s see if we can beat 5 seconds quietly. Ready, set, go!”

Present Task Trot. Use transition timing activity.

Routine 4: Focused Fingers

Definition: Pause with hands up, scan your area, then start work quietly.

Visual Cue: Raised finger icon next to a pencil.

Model: Teacher raises hand, looks around, then begins writing.

Practice Prompt: “Raise your Focused Finger, scan, and begin your worksheet.”

Explain Focused Fingers. Show students hands-on posture for work time.

Routine 5: Team Cheers

Definition: Celebrate group achievements with a quick cheer.

Visual Cue: Group of children raising hands and cheering.

Model: “When we finish our reading, we’ll do the ‘High-Five Hooray!’”

Practice Prompt: “Let’s choose a cheer for when everyone completes the puzzle!”

Show Team Cheers examples and emphasize positive reinforcement.

Reflection & Practice

Which routine helped you stay focused today?
What visual cue reminded you to use a routine?
How can we improve our transitions and teamwork tomorrow?

Invite students to share one success and one goal.

Guide students in reflecting on routines and planning next steps.

Worksheet

My Daily Check-In Chart

Name: _________________________ Week of: _______________

Routine	Day 1	Day 2	Day 3	Day 4	Day 5	Day 6
Quiet Start	☺︎ 😐 ☹︎	☺︎ 😐 ☹︎	☺︎ 😐 ☹︎	☺︎ 😐 ☹︎	☺︎ 😐 ☹︎	☺︎ 😐 ☹︎
Attention Partner	☺︎ 😐 ☹︎	☺︎ 😐 ☹︎	☺︎ 😐 ☹︎	☺︎ 😐 ☹︎	☺︎ 😐 ☹︎	☺︎ 😐 ☹︎
Task Trot	☺︎ 😐 ☹︎	☺︎ 😐 ☹︎	☺︎ 😐 ☹︎	☺︎ 😐 ☹︎	☺︎ 😐 ☹︎	☺︎ 😐 ☹︎
Focused Fingers	☺︎ 😐 ☹︎	☺︎ 😐 ☹︎	☺︎ 😐 ☹︎	☺︎ 😐 ☹︎	☺︎ 😐 ☹︎	☺︎ 😐 ☹︎
Team Cheers	☺︎ 😐 ☹︎	☺︎ 😐 ☹︎	☺︎ 😐 ☹︎	☺︎ 😐 ☹︎	☺︎ 😐 ☹︎	☺︎ 😐 ☹︎

Daily Reflection

What went well today?

What was challenging today?

Goal for Tomorrow

Game

Routine Relay Race

Overview: A relay race with five stations, each designed for students to practice one of the Focused Five routines. Teams earn points for correct execution and speed, reinforcing on-task habits in a fun, active format.

Materials

Five visual cue cards (Quiet Start, Attention Partner, Task Trot, Focused Fingers, Team Cheers)
Station signs numbered 1–5
Stopwatches or countdown timers
Clipboards with station checklists (one per station)
Team tokens or flags (one per team)

Setup Diagram

Room Layout (circular or linear around the room):

[Start Line] → Station 1 (Quiet Start) → Station 2 (Attention Partner) → Station 3 (Task Trot) → Station 4 (Focused Fingers) → Station 5 (Team Cheers) → Finish Line

• Space stations evenly so teams don’t crowd one another.
• Place the corresponding visual cue card and checklist at each station.

Instructions

Divide students into teams of 3–4. Give each team a token/flag.
Teams line up behind the Start Line.
On “Go!”, each team’s first runner races to Station 1.
At Station 1, the student performs the Quiet Start routine (gather materials silently, take a breath). A teacher or helper uses the station checklist to verify correct steps.
Once complete, the student tags the next teammate, who runs to Station 2 to practice Attention Partner: they pair with a helper or peer, make eye contact, and take turns speaking one short sentence.
Continue until all five stations are completed. At Station 5, Team Cheers, the student leads the group in a quick cheer.
After cheering, the student races to the Finish Line and hands the token to their next runner (if multiple laps) or returns to their team’s spot if only one lap.
Once every team member has completed all stations, tally points from each station.

Scoring Rubric

Performance	Points	Criteria
Correct execution	2	Student completes the routine smoothly without reminders.
Partial execution	1	Student completes routine but needs one verbal cue.
Incorrect/no attempt	0	Student completes incorrectly or needs multiple prompts.

• Record points on each station’s clipboard checklist.
• Total possible points per team: 5 stations × 2 points = 10 points.

Debrief & Reflection

Gather students and review scores: Which station was easiest? Which was challenging?
Ask: “How did using our routines help you move and work more smoothly?”
Set a goal: e.g., “Tomorrow, let’s try to get two 2’s at each station!”

Link back to routines: After the race, display each visual cue card and invite volunteers to demonstrate the routine correctly one more time to reinforce learning.

Have fun boosting behavior with the Routine Relay Race!