December Reward Buddy - Christmas Tree

The December Reward Buddy - Christmas Tree is a useful classroom management resource for lower elementary teachers to encourage positive behavior. As students demonstrate good behavior, they can earn pieces of a Christmas tree to work toward a reward. To implement, first read a relevant book to introduce the concept. Next, discuss how positive behavior earns tree pieces and what rewards might motivate students. Then print, laminate if desired, display tree pieces prominently, and distribute as earned. When complete, follow through on the agreed upon reward. With clear expectations and incentives, this creative strategy fosters student investment in meeting classroom goals. Adapt for individual, small group, or whole class rewards. This versatile resource supplements lower elementary classroom management plans.