Our time here at CGTP goes by very quickly. We need to use every minute up the best that we can. I have noticed that many students are ready to start their homework right away, which is wonderful, but instead of jumping right into completing a homework assignment, challenge your student to a "Do Now" activity. A "Do Now" activity is an engaging task ready for them the minute they sit down. Before you talk about how your week is going, or when their next spelling test is, challenge them to a short activity that they can complete independently and successfully. The activity should take no longer than a few minutes, but make sure it applies to something they are learning in school, or something you have talked about before. Here are some examples of some "Do Now" activities:
*Correct the grammar of 3 silly sentences
*See how many ways studetns can produce the sum of 25
*Write a math problem and have your student illustrate it
*Give clues about a favorite TV show or movie and have your student guess what the answer is, then switch and you be the guesser while your student comes up with the clues.
*Write mis-spelled spelling words on notecards and hide them around the classroom. Let your student find the words and correct them.
This is not required by any means, but just a way for you to connect with your student the minute they enter their classroom, a way to get their minds stimulated, so that you can ensure the rest of your evening will be successful and engaging. Check out the weekly Tabletop News for more quick and fun activities for everyone!
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