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HAND SIGNALS IN THE CLASSROOM
This kit includes:
-an overview of the system
-5 printable posters prelabeled with signal meanings
-5 additional wordless cards so you can add your own meaning for each signal
-a template to double mount for added color to match your room, a title poster
Please visit my blogTHE CLUTTER-FREE CLASSROOMfor daily tips and photos to organize and manage your classroom.
Using hand signals in the classroom will help to create a learning environment with minimal distraction. I've been using them for as long as I can remember and they are an essential part of my classroom management system.
The students communicate their basic needs using five numbered hand signals. This eliminates the need to interrupt the class while allowing me to be aware of the location of each student at all times.
I ask that they do not request to get a drink or use the bathroom (unless it is an emergency) during read alouds, whole group instruction, or when they are working in a small group with me so that they do not miss part of a lesson. It is important to discuss what an actual emergency entails or you will have your friends claiming that it is always an emergency. The majority of my instruction is done in the form of shorter mini-lessons so this is never a problem.
By using the hand signals, students are able to let me know what they need by holding up a specific number of fingers. I am able to simply look at them and nod to acknowledge their request. I can do this without stopping what I am doing. This is important as I am frequently working with other students.
In the past I have experimented with simply allowing them to move around as needed, but there were always a few students who took advantage of that. They would get off task and wander the room to get a drink or a tissue to avoid working on something. This then distracted others from their work. The hand signals are an added step to prevent off task behaviors. Knowing that I am aware of their actions eliminates impulsive behaviors associated with wandering.
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HAND SIGNALS IN THE CLASSROOM
This kit includes:
-an overview of the system
-5 printable posters prelabeled with signal meanings
-5 additional wordless cards so you can add your own meaning for each signal
-a template to double mount for added color to match your room, a title poster
Please visit my blogTHE CLUTTER-FREE CLASSROOMfor daily tips and photos to organize and manage your classroom.
Using hand signals in the classroom will help to create a learning environment with minimal distraction. I've been using them for as long as I can remember and they are an essential part of my classroom management system.
The students communicate their basic needs using five numbered hand signals. This eliminates the need to interrupt the class while allowing me to be aware of the location of each student at all times.
I ask that they do not request to get a drink or use the bathroom (unless it is an emergency) during read alouds, whole group instruction, or when they are working in a small group with me so that they do not miss part of a lesson. It is important to discuss what an actual emergency entails or you will have your friends claiming that it is always an emergency. The majority of my instruction is done in the form of shorter mini-lessons so this is never a problem.
By using the hand signals, students are able to let me know what they need by holding up a specific number of fingers. I am able to simply look at them and nod to acknowledge their request. I can do this without stopping what I am doing. This is important as I am frequently working with other students.
In the past I have experimented with simply allowing them to move around as needed, but there were always a few students who took advantage of that. They would get off task and wander the room to get a drink or a tissue to avoid working on something. This then distracted others from their work. The hand signals are an added step to prevent off task behaviors. Knowing that I am aware of their actions eliminates impulsive behaviors associated with wandering.
You may also be interested in my other top-selling products for. . .
CLASSROOM / TEACHER ORGANIZATION
The Clutter-Free Guide to Organizing and Managing Your Classroom#1 Best Selling Product
The Ultimate Teacher Organization Binder (Includes Grade Book & Plan Book)
The Absolute Best Way to End the Day With a Spotless and Organized Classroom
Organize Your Meeting Notes
Organize Your To Do Lists
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT
Teaching Procedures and Routines
Managing Math Workshop/Guided Math
Managing Reader Workshop/Guided Reading
Creative Ways to Get Your Students' Attention
Planning and Managing a Stress-Free Field Trip
Using Hand Signals to Create an Effective Learning Environment
Managing Student Assignments
Using Hand Signals During Group Lessons
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anmarshall12
Great for m classroom!
May 19, 2013 
harrietturner59
Love all your resources
May 18, 2013
hmason206
Thank you.
May 16, 2013
ajablonski
This has worked out so well!
May 13, 2013
stccey
Excited to use!
May 9, 2013
Tim Schneider
Awesome idea! Thanks!
May 8, 2013
chowell9
love it!
May 8, 2013
mgriffy79
Great idea, thank you!
May 7, 2013
TLCABCs123s
Great classroom management idea
May 6, 2013
staceyraejo
Thanks for the blank templates too!
April 30, 2013
jejobin
thanks!
April 30, 2013
hdraehn
thanks!!!
April 28, 2013
kellirorr
great
April 26, 2013
earleywisa
Love these!
April 25, 2013
jomarieac
Such a simple, but great idea!
April 20, 2013
elipalmer
lOVE THESE
April 17, 2013
cwike
Haven't been able to download and open yet.
April 16, 2013
Theresa Alvarez
This is so helpful in the classroom :)
April 14, 2013
arleneabs
super!
April 13, 2013
allisonb377
Love your blog! Cant wait to use these hand signals in my first grade class next year!
April 10, 2013
hgriffith
I was looking for something to help me minimize the ongoing low-level class disturbances that distract my students. I have used these signs for a week now and the students like the ease of communication, and I like that there are fewer distractions/disruptions during class. These are a great idea.
April 8, 2013
TamK
Neat idea but my kids think 2 fingers means have to go poop!!!!
April 7, 2013
scudderbunch5
I use something similiar in my classroom now. However, the added picture clues should help with my first graders!! I can't wait to get them on the wall!
April 6, 2013
AmyinTH
Started at the beginning of the year with this procedure. Wonderful!
March 25, 2013
melissasoto123
We've used these daily for the whole year. Thank you for your work!!!
March 23, 2013
ldreeves
A nice addition to my classroom management. Thanks
March 21, 2013
lindareisenhofer
Made cute, thank you!
March 21, 2013
Elaine Hogan
Use these all year, but they are BEST for testing!
March 17, 2013
Nharrison
nice
March 17, 2013
KellyWhitley
I use these in my class all the time. So glad to finally find a good visual for them.
March 16, 2013
lilspotteddog
Will be very useful.
March 10, 2013
ncolavita
Love that valuable class time instruction is not wasted anymore by me answering the question "Can I use the bathroom?" :-)
March 7, 2013
Pixie (TpT Seller)
I wish that I would be able to edit the requests. For example, I don't require my students to ask to get a tissue so it would be nice to use that number for another request.
March 6, 2013
Jacqueline Remillard (TpT Seller)
Very helpful tool. Looks good, too! Easy to see and read.
March 3, 2013
vemphis
This is an awesome classroom management tool!
February 27, 2013
linda12450
These signs have helped us minimize the talking in our classroom! Thanks! Linda
February 26, 2013
Mom2Teach2
You are a genius-bless you
February 24, 2013
olg1
useful tool
February 24, 2013
melrose208
Just in time!!
February 23, 2013
moralesd
Another great product.
February 21, 2013
StephCar310
Great
February 20, 2013
missbathomas
Loved the ones at the end you could customize. I like to use the number three for water (it looks like a W)
February 19, 2013
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Monica Gadson
I apologize if this is a repeat question but it was taking me a long time to find it...Is it possible for you to rearrange the numbers and their corresponding symbols and possibly switch out one (I do not use the pencil signal)? I wanted to ask before I buy this awesome product.
July 12, 2012
Clutter-Free Classroom (TpT Seller)
Thanks for your interest. I had updated the file when I released the video to now also include blank templates so you can choose your own hand signals. Enjoy the summer! :) Jodi from <b><a href="http://www.cfclassroom.com">THE CLUTTER-FREE CLASSROOM</a></b>
July 13, 2012
rdpega
I love the font you are using for these - if I am changing the words on my signs, am I able to somehow use the same font?
June 26, 2012
Clutter-Free Classroom (TpT Seller)
Sure thing. It's Elise and is available from Kevin and Amanda. :) Jodi
June 26, 2012
cailyn01
I use hand signals but mine are a bit different. Can I get this as a word document or a format that I can change it up to meet my needs?
June 26, 2012
Clutter-Free Classroom (TpT Seller)
Hi, Thanks for your interest. It wasn't created in word, but there are blank cards included. My recommendation is to open the file and add a text box in the blank space. An alternative option is print the cards and then rereun them through the printer with the words in a word document. Take Care, Jodi
June 26, 2012
mscarnell
Am curious - can I edit the words inside the circles to better fit my needs?
April 2, 2012
Clutter-Free Classroom (TpT Seller)
Hi, Thanks for your interest. It's a locked PDF so it can't be edited, but I'll work on adding a blank version. I was actually planning to make a video of how this is used in my classroom today so the timing is perfect! Stay tuned to my blog www.CFClassroom.com or follow my store to see when it's ready! Take Care, Jodi
April 3, 2012
mscarnell
Am curious - can I edit the words inside the circles to better fit my needs?
April 2, 2012
Clutter-Free Classroom (TpT Seller)
Hi, Thanks for your interest. It's a locked PDF so it can't be edited, but I'll work on adding a blank version. I was actually planning to make a video of how this is used in my classroom today so the timing is perfect! Stay tuned to my blog www.CFClassroom.com or follow my store to see when it's ready! Take Care, Jodi
April 3, 2012
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