Turn the classroom into a
special place
special place
What is a motivational quote?
A motivational quote is an inspiring sentence posted on the wall to encourage students.
Name a fun classroom game
Dartboard quiz, team competition, or grammar challenge games.
Where can you take students?
To a quiet park, schoolyard, tourist site, or library.
What is the purpose of a suggestion box?
It's a box where students can submit ideas or feedback to improve the classroom.
One way to make the classroom inviting?
Add decorations, flowers, colors, or let students give input via a suggestion box
What is a reward system?
Give points for completing tasks or winning small competitions.
What is a sensory walk?
A walk where students focus on sights, smells, sounds, and write about their experience.
How often should motivational quotes be changed?
Every week, and ask students to share their opinions before changing it.
What is a role model activity?
A role model activity involves students researching a person, making a poster, and presenting it.
How to gamify homework?
Create a list of tasks, assign point values, and let students track their scores.
What should students do during the walk?
Observe surroundings and write what they noticed using all five senses.
What is the goal of gamification?
To increase fun, focus, and motivation through challenge and reward.
What can students help decorate with?
Flowers, posters, art, motivational quotes, or colorful objects.
Example of a chance element in class
Rock-paper-scissors, random name draws, or mystery bonus points.
What’s a good outdoor reading follow-up?
Have a group discussion on how they felt and whether their reading spot was a good choice.
What makes someone a good role model?
Someone who inspires them; they explain why in posters and presentations.
Name a responsibility you can rotate
Cleaning the board, arranging desks, taking out the trash – rotated among students.
What is self-scoring and why is it useful?
Students reward or penalize themselves for behaviors (e.g., lose points for phone use) – builds honesty and responsibility.
How to plan real interviews with English speakers?
Teach greetings and conversation starters; plan questions; practice asking for permission to film.
How can color be used effectively in classroom setup?
Colors influence mood – warm, bright tones make the room feel welcoming and lively.