Whole Body Listening
Do we need Whole Body Listening in:
1. Whole Group
2. Small Group
3. Independent Work
4. All of the above
4. All of the Above
True or False: I can say whatever I want because it doesn't matter.
False - Treat others how you want to be treated.
Expected or Unexpected: I talk whenever I want because getting blurt tallies is funny.
Unexpected - Blurt tallies means you lose Class Cash!
What is your conversation level in the Chill Zone?
0 / Zero
True or False: I can move around the room whenever I need to.
False - You need teacher permission first.
Do you have to be friends with everyone in class?
No - But you still need to work with them and show kindness.
Expected or Unexpected: Arrival Routine.
I come in the classroom, put my items in my cubby, and put my folder in the "Take Home" bin.
Expected - This is the first step in your day before breakfast.
How many minutes do you set the Chill Zone timer?
Two or 2
If I don't have Whole Body Listening, what will happen?
Ketchup/Blurt Chart
Expected or Unexpected: When I get a minus (-) on my point sheet, I can still have a great day.
Expected - You can always turn your day around and show expected behavior.
Should you be walking around or playing with books/stuffies in the Chill Zone?
No!
True or False:
When I am in specials or my grade level classes, I get to make my own choices.
False - I listen to Mr. Paulson, Mrs. Susic, and Mrs. LeBeau AND my specials/grade level teacher.
* They tell me the expectations and I do my work.
False - We need it all the time.
True or False: I should listen to ALL teachers (even if I don't like them)
True - ALL teachers are here to help you learn and be successful.
Expected or Unexpected: I fill out my point sheet at the end of the day or wait for Ms. Wies to do it.
Unexpected - After every subject, you need to update your point sheet
When do you use the Chill Zone?
When you feel in the yellow/red zone.
What are the 5 parts of Whole Body Listening?
1. Eyes Watching
2. Ears Listening
3. Voice Quiet
4. Body Still
5. Raise Hand
Expected or Unexpected: I only know what is next because the board tells me where to go.
Unexpected - I follow my point sheet.
(Everyone has a different schedule!)
What do you do in the Chill Zone?
- Fidgets
- Calming Cards
- Posters on Heater
- Lay on Beanbag