Teach students responsibility by having them keep a checklist of things which they are responsible for doing during the course of a week. This could include both school responsibilities as well as home responsibilities. Students can start with a few and add more as the need arises.

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I have taught for 36 years at the 3rd, 5th, and 6th grade levels. Fifth grade is my first love. I teach all major subject areas. In addition to my regular classroom duties, I have taught in a Basic Skills summer school program for many years as well as taught workshops to co-workers in whole language and technology. My other duties at school include being "Teacher in Charge" and Student Council advisor.
