Lesson Plan
Vibe Boost Introduction
Guide K-2 students through a fun introduction to a positive reinforcement system using cheerful posters, praise cards, and digital badges.
Establishes clear behavior expectations, celebrates positive actions, and fosters a vibrant, supportive classroom community.
Audience
K-2nd Grade Class
Time
15 minutes
Approach
Engaging visuals and interactive activities.
Materials
- Happy Vibes Gallery, - Badge Creation Station, - Joy Jump, and - Morning Cheer
Prep
Teacher Preparation
5 minutes
- Print and arrange posters and praise cards from Happy Vibes Gallery
- Prepare badge templates and digital preview at Badge Creation Station
- Clear a small area for the Joy Jump game
- Load warm-up slides in Morning Cheer
- Review digital badge distribution process
Step 1
Morning Cheer Warm-Up
2 minutes
- Launch the Morning Cheer slides
- Invite students to greet each other with a high-five or wave
- Ask one student to share something they’re excited about today
Step 2
Poster and Praise Intro
5 minutes
- Display the Happy Vibes Gallery
- Point out each poster and explain the positive behavior it celebrates (e.g., sharing, kindness)
- Introduce praise cards and show how to give one when classmates demonstrate these behaviors
Step 3
Badge System Overview
4 minutes
- Show sample badges at the Badge Creation Station
- Explain how students earn badges when they collect praise cards
- Demonstrate the digital badge display and how it will be shared on the classroom board
Step 4
Joy Jump Celebration
3 minutes
- Play the Joy Jump game: each time a student jumps, they earn an imaginary badge token
- Encourage jumping together to celebrate positive actions
- Highlight teamwork and cheering for classmates
Step 5
Wrap-Up
1 minute
- Recap the three reinforcement tools: posters, praise cards, badges
- Encourage students to look for positive behaviors all day
- Praise the class for their enthusiasm and readiness to earn badges
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Slide Deck
Welcome to the Happy Vibes Gallery!
These posters will celebrate our positive behaviors and make our classroom a joyful place.
Use a cheerful tone. Introduce the Happy Vibes Gallery. Explain that these posters will help us celebrate good behaviors and create a happy classroom.
Sharing Smiles
When we share materials and smiles, we show we care about our friends.
Discuss how sharing makes everyone feel included. Ask students to give examples of sharing.
Kindness Counts
Using kind words and helping others makes everyone feel happy.
Talk about kind words and actions. Encourage students to share one kind action they did recently.
Teamwork Triumph
Working together helps us solve problems and have fun!
Emphasize teamwork. Invite a pair of students to show how they can work together.
Listening Ears
When we listen carefully to our teacher and friends, we learn and help others.
Highlight listening skills. Have students practice listening quietly.
You’re a Vibe Booster!
Remember these behaviors and earn praise cards and badges every day!
Wrap up the gallery. Celebrate that they are vibe boosters. Remind students to look at these posters daily and earn praise cards and badges.
Activity
Badge Creation Station
Objective: Give K-2 students a hands-on opportunity to design and decorate their own positive behavior badges using simple arts-and-crafts materials.
Time: 10 minutes
Materials:
- Badge template sheets (circles or fun shapes)
- Colored markers and crayons
- Stickers (stars, hearts, smiley faces)
- Glue sticks and tape
- Pre-cut yarn or ribbon loops (for hanging)
- Optional: glitter glue or foam decorations
Teacher Preparation (5 minutes):
- Place a copy of the badge templates, a set of markers, stickers, and glue sticks at each small table.
- Pre-cut strings or ribbons for students to attach to finished badges.
- Lay out an example of a decorated badge as a model on a visual display area.
Activity Steps:
- Distribute Badge Templates (1 minute)
- Give each student one badge template and a ribbon loop.
- Show the example badge and point out simple design choices (colors, stickers).
- Design and Decorate (6 minutes)
- Encourage students to write or draw one positive behavior word on their badge (e.g., “Kind,” “Helpful,” “Teamwork”).
- Let them color the border and background with markers or crayons.
- Invite them to add stickers or foam shapes to make the badge sparkle.
- Teacher circulates to praise creativity and reinforce the behavior word they chose.
- Attach and Display (3 minutes)
- Help students attach the ribbon loop with tape or glue.
- Invite each student to share their badge with the class: say the behavior word and hold up the badge.
- Display completed badges on a classroom “Wall of Vibes” or a badge tree.
Follow-Up:
- Throughout the week, award these handmade badges when students demonstrate that positive behavior.
- Rotate new templates or introduce themed badge designs (e.g., friendship, listening) to keep the station fresh.
Warm Up
Morning Cheer
Time: 2 minutes
Materials: Loaded slides or a poster display for Morning Cheer
Steps:
- Display a bright title slide: “Good Morning, Vibe Boosters!”
- Invite each student to greet two classmates with a high-five or wave.
- Ask one or two students to share something they’re excited about today.
- Lead the class in a quick “Happy Vibes!” chant as everyone claps together.
Transition: “Great job, everyone! Now let’s learn how we’ll celebrate our positive behaviors with posters, praise cards, and badges.”
Game
Joy Jump
Objective: Engage K-2 students in a short, active celebration of positive behaviors through joyful jumps.
Time: 3 minutes
Materials:
- Open classroom space
- Optional upbeat music (if available)
Activity Steps:
- Spread out so each student has room to jump.
- Teacher calls out a positive behavior (e.g., “You helped a friend!”).
- Students respond with one big, joyful jump.
- After landing, they cheer quietly and listen for the next behavior.
Teacher Tips:
- Count imaginary badge tokens aloud to build excitement.
- Encourage claps or cheers after each jump.
- Model a high-energy jump to get students excited.
Variations:
- Freeze Jump: Play music, then pause and call a behavior – students freeze mid-jump until the music resumes.
- Team Jump: Students form pairs or small groups; each group jumps together to build teamwork.
Follow-Up:
- Track total jumps on a chart and award a class badge when a milestone is reached.
- Use jumps as a quick transition reward throughout the day.