You know the best part of school when you were a kid was the gold stickers. Bringing a gold sticker home on an essay or test was also the best moment for your parents. Something about getting a sticker on your paper made it special and made you feel special as well. Who doesn't love recognition? And now as a teacher, you want to share that reward with your students. Awards and incentives are a great way to get your kids to study and do their best. It's been proven to be helpful; if the kids have something to work towards they will work harder at their studies.
Stickers
* '''Stars''': Stars are the most popular choice. Gold stars are classic, but different colors can be used for different things, instead of typical grading systems.
* '''Smiley Faces''': Want your children to feel good? Smiley faces will put a smile on their face too!
* '''Medals and Ribbons'''': Stickers can be in the shape of medals and ribbons, often exclaiming "Good Job!" or "Congratulations!"
* ''''Animal Stickers''': You don't have to get award specific stickers. Animals are always popular with kids and a great way to deviate from the traditional.
Certificates and Other Ideas
* '''Incentive Charts''': Get your kids working towards a goal. Incentive charts can track their work in various subjects, like reading or mathematics.
* '''Achievement Certificate'''': When your student does reach their goal, award them with a hand written certificate.
* '''Award Pencils''': Give out pencils for awards that your kids can use during school and show off!
* '''Stamps''': If you don't want to use stickers, stamps are a great idea too! They come in different designs or encouraging sayings.
* '''No Homework Coupons''': Want to give away a prize for winning a trivia challenge, or another educational game? No homework coupons are a great incentive for the winner so they won't have homework tonight.
* '''Bookmarks''': Another useful incentive are bookmarks proclaiming how awesome your students are!
