Lesson Plan
Ticket Economy Overview
Introduce K-5 students to the Golden Ticket token economy by explaining earning and redemption processes, designing personal tickets, and understanding reward values.
Teaching this system sets clear behavioral expectations, reinforces positive actions, and motivates students with tangible privileges in a fun, structured way.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Classroom Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Explain the Token Economy
10 minutes
Step 3
Model Ticket Earning
10 minutes
Step 4
Design Your Ticket Activity
10 minutes
Step 5
Review Redemption Options
10 minutes
Step 6
Reflection and Closing
5 minutes
Slide Deck
The Golden Ticket System
What Is a Token Economy?
How to Earn Golden Tickets
Example Scenarios
Collecting & Redeeming Tickets
Questions & Next Steps
Activity
Project Guide
Rubric
Journal
