Graffiti Walls are a perfect way to display vocabulary words and concepts. You can illustrate the words or have the students do it during their vocabulary blocks.
The Graffiti Wall includes vocabulary words, illustrations, and examples of various concepts being explored in the classroom.
The “Pump Up The Volume” chart is an effective way to promote cooperative learning in the classroom. Students are placed into groups or “crews” for the year. As they exhibit positive behavior and work cooperatively during lessons, activities, and projects, they earn points.
The points are represented by colors on an equalizer. Each bar represents 20 points. Once a crew reaches the top of the “Pump Up the Volume” chart (500 points), they get to bang on the “Bangin’ Boombox”!
Another example of the “Bangin’ Boombox” that can be purchased at Party City.
Relationship Agreements are perfect for building relationships and having a common understanding of the expectations in the classroom. Classroom duties and a visual display of the crews’ tally marks should also be showcased.
Drums are typically used for calling students to the “Cypher”, or circle. They have also been used for student performances and played during Flocabulary songs. These vinyl record rugs are used for stations and interactive group work.
Another display of the Relationship Agreements, which should typically be positioned in the classroom that allows for updates throughout the year.