Welcome back to Christmas in July: 25 Days of Free Back-to-School Resources!
Today’s gift is one of my favorite ways to bring more joy and motivation into the classroom—because rewarding what’s going well is just as important as managing what’s not.
Let’s be honest—classroom life can get chaotic. But shifting your focus toward positive reinforcement makes a huge impact.
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Why This Freebie Matters
Classroom research (and real-life experience!) shows that positive behavior systems are more effective than constantly correcting missteps. These tools help you:
- Reinforce the good behaviors you want to see more of
- Motivate your class to work together toward common goals
- Encourage individual effort and personal growth
- Build a culture of encouragement, progress, and celebration
Even small rewards can lead to big shifts in classroom energy and student confidence. 🎉
What’s Inside Today’s Freebie
🎁 Gift #1: Free Class Reward Ideas Sheet
A printable resource full of fun, simple class reward ideas that don’t cost much (or anything!). Great to pull out when you need fresh motivation.
✅ A Free Class Reward Ideas sheet
🎁 Gift #2: Brownie Points + Class Goal Incentive Chart
One of my absolute favorites! Use this editable chart to track class-wide positive behavior (like quiet hallway walks, great sub reports, etc.). When the tray fills up—reward time! 🍫
✅ Class Reward Incentive Resource: Brownie Points and Class Goal
These systems work beautifully with Class Dojo, sticker charts, or just good old paper and pencil. Keep it fun, consistent, and student-centered.
Sneak Peek: What’s Coming Tomorrow?
✨ Tomorrow’s gifts focus on everyday behavior systems and tools to support students with more challenging behaviors. Because consistency + compassion = success.
Still coming your way this month:
- 🏆 Whole Class Incentive Charts
- 🧰 Emergency Sub Binder
- 🧠 SEL Tools + Calm Down Corner Resources
- 📂 Editable Classroom Forms
- …and more to make your year smooth and joyful!
Let’s Make This Year Better—Together!
Whether you’re easing back in or already knee-deep in prep mode, these 25 freebies are here to lighten your load and bring a little magic to your planning.
🎁 Check out the full list of freebies here
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Enjoy!
Prima from Little Yellow Star 🌟
💌 P.S. Know a teacher friend who could use a little Christmas in July magic? Share this post and invite them to join the fun—we’re better together!
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