What are Rewards?
What is a reward?
Something you earn or work for to encourage good behavior
Name one way rewards can help us learn.
Increase motivation, engagement, and flexibility (ability to adapt to new situations)
What makes something a tangible reward? Give an example.
A reward you can touch or hold, and is physical/visual. Ex: toy, snack, or money
A reward always has to be a prize.
False
You helped clean up without being asked. What reward might you earn?
Praise, a sticker, money, free time, etc.
Give an example of a reward someone might earn at school.
A sticker, extra free time, praise from your teacher, money, food (incentives).
What is one reason why people like getting rewards?
Because it feels good or shows they did something right.
Is receiving a high-five a tangible or intangible reward?
Intangible
Saying "Good job" can be a reward.
True
A friend got a prize and you didn't. What's a calm way to react?
What’s the difference between a reward and a prize?
A reward happens on its own (usually resulted in a consequence or desired outcome), and a prize is something that is given/handed out (token).
Why are rewards good for building new habits?
It allows us to connect good behavior to making good choices.
Is receiving a sticker a tangible or intangible reward?
Tangible
Tangibles can include snack or toys.
True
You didn’t get the reward you wanted. How can you handle it respectfully?
Stay calm, talk to a staff member, or ask what you can do next time.
Why do some people use rewards to teach new skills?
Because they help motivate people to try, repeat, or learn new behaviors.
What might happen if someone expects a reward every time?
They may stop trying unless they receive a gift or prize, which encourages bad behavior.
If you receive praise from your teacher, would that be a tangible or intangible reward?
Intangible
Rewards never help people learn.
False
You earned a reward but someone else didn’t. How can you be a good example?
Be kind, don’t brag, and encourage them to keep trying.
Name two ways someone can feel rewarded without receiving a prize or gift?
Compliments, Feeling proud, high-fives, spending time with friends, being told "good job," etc.
Name three consequences that can happen if you are always given a reward.
It promotes dependence (relying on it to behave good), competition, and may lose value.
You were told "Great job" and given extra computer time after completing a class job. Which reward is tangible and which one is intangible?
Gaining extra computer time is a tangible reward because it's a physical experience you can do.
You should never give out rewards.
False. It depends on how and when they're used.
You want to earn a prize. What steps can you take to get it the right way?
Follow the rules, stay on task, and show positive behavior.