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From Freundlichteaching's YouTube channel, a 6-minute math carpet lesson using a dozen whole-brain activities.

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Whole Brain Teaching:  Grade 1 Classroom

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Whole Brain Teaching in first grade classroom.

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From teachingchannel.org, this video shows a few different hand signals.

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Discussion and Supporting Materials

Thought starters

1. How do these silent signals promote active listening and participation?

2. Which silent signals could be adapted for use across subject areas?

3. How did Ms. Saul respond to the needs of her class to create a dual-purpose silent cheer?

Teachers

English Language Arts Math Science Social Studies Arts / 3 / Teacher

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Third grade teacher Jen Saul uses a variety of silent signals to encourage participation and engagement in math. Jen has signals to show agreement, thinking, answers, and appreciation. After thinking about the needs of her students, Jen developed silent cheers as a way to show excitement and to relieve disappointment over not being called on.

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From teachingchannel.org, this teacher shows students how to position themselves in learning positions - a variation of SLANT.

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Learning positions can help students become better listeners, and tells teachers when students are ready for active listening. Watch a few aspects of learning positions, and ways to reinforce this tip with students.

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Transition and Attention Getting Songs/Games

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Transition and Attention Getting Songs/Games

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From teachingchannel.org, this teacher showcases several different songs and games in just three minutes.

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Getting the attention of young students in Pre K, Kindergarten or elementary school is difficult, especially if the class is large. Here are a variety of attention getting games to use with young students.

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From teachingchannel.org, this 1-minute video gives you a few quick ideas for attention-getting signals!

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Using a number of attention getting signals is an effective way to help get students to focus. By incorporating learning topics, like rhyming, you can reinforce topics as well.