High-Five Brainstorm

Instructions for Groups:
1. Gather in small teams of 3–4.
2. Choose one of the category cards below.
3. On chart paper, brainstorm and list five specific behaviors** that match your category and help our classroom thrive.
4. Be ready to share your top 2–3 behaviors with the class.

Category Cards:

1. Safety
Prompt: Behaviors that help everyone stay safe at school. (e.g., walking quietly in the hall)

2. Respect
Prompt: Behaviors that show respect for people and property. (e.g., using kind words)

3. Responsibility
Prompt: Behaviors that show you take ownership of your learning and belongings. (e.g., bringing materials to class)

4. Kindness
Prompt: Behaviors that spread kindness and support others. (e.g., offering help)

5. Teamwork
Prompt: Behaviors that help us work well together. (e.g., listening to teammates)

6. Engagement
Prompt: Behaviors that show you’re actively involved in learning. (e.g., asking thoughtful questions)

Behavior Boomerang Role-Play

In this activity, students practice noticing and reinforcing positive behaviors in real-life classroom scenarios.

Instructions:
1. Form pairs and choose one scenario card below.
2. Student A acts out the positive behavior described.
3. Student B responds using PBIS-aligned reinforcement: specific praise (“Great job…!”), a high-five, thumbs-up, or encouraging language.
4. Observers (if available) note whether the reinforcement was clear, specific, and supportive.
5. After 2–3 minutes, swap roles or pick a new scenario.

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## Scenario Cards

1. Hallway Helpers
You’re walking to a special class when you notice a friend quietly holding the door open for a classmate. Role-play giving specific praise and a gesture of recognition.

2. Caring Crayon Crew
During art time, a peer notices someone’s crayons scattered. They gently collect and return them. Practice praising them by name and explaining why their action matters.

3. Focused Friends
Working in a small group, a teammate keeps eyes on the speaker and takes notes. Reinforce their engagement and teamwork skills.

4. Cleanup Champions
After science, a student calmly organizes materials and wipes the table without being asked. Model how to highlight their responsibility and caring attitude.

5. Peer Tutor Power
A classmate patiently explains a tricky math problem to you. Show how to reinforce their kindness and clarity with both words and a positive gesture.

6. Inside-Voice Innovators
During a transition, someone uses an appropriate indoor voice instead of shouting. Practice acknowledging their self-control and thoughtfulness.

7. Respectful Readers
While a classmate is reading aloud, you notice another student listening quietly and maintaining eye contact. Role-play praising their respect and listening skills.

8. On-Time Stars
Everyone arrives on time for music class, and one student greets the teacher with a smile. Reinforce their punctuality and positive attitude.

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Reflection: After role-plays, discuss:
- Which reinforcement statements felt most motivating?
- How did specific praise impact your partner?
- How can we use these techniques daily to spark success?

Success Snapshot Exit Ticket

1. I commit to using this PBIS strategy in our classroom:
   
   
   
   

2. This strategy will improve our classroom climate by: