Hectic classrooms can make following a behavior plan pretty challenging. Remembering what to do whenever the kiddo does “X” or “Y” or “Z” … not to mention “G!”, can be difficult when running a large classroom through a series of class activities. So when I created a behavior plan for a typically developing kiddo in a kindergarten classroom, I took advantage of Sasha’s idea about putting it into a flow chart! [As a supplement to the actual detailed plan ;)]
Flow Charts are easy to follow. With bright coded colors and large font, teachers can simply look up for a moment (while in the craze) and see the visual reminder of what to do next. Here are two samples of flow charts (one very simple, the other a bit more complex) I created for a kiddo who engages in off task as well as defiant behaviors. Functional assessments indicated that off-task behavior is maintained by attention, and defiance is maintained by escape from task or demands. I created each using Microsoft Word flow charts and used bright colors and large enough font for the teacher to see it from a distance. I also included the behavior definition in small print at the bottom of each chart as a reminder of what to look for and also for new teachers who might come in. I hope you guys find this super helpful!
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17 Responses
Is there a template for this visual? or do you make it in Microsoft Word? This is awesome!!
Hello! Do you have this flow chart as part of a TpT pack or is there a way to email it to me? It looks wonderful but I would need to modify it a bit for a different behavior. Thanks!
can you make a template to hang in the room as an aide for para educators?
I’m working on some for TpT! Read your mind! Should be up within the next two weeks!
Working on it now 🙂
I would love this as well! Your work is impressive!
Hi Sasha,
Were you able to make this product available for flowcharts for other behavior plans?
It’s in the works! It’s slowly but surely getting there! I hope to have it posted soon!
Any chance this template got made? It would be a big help!
I will get it made soon! I promise!
Oh, my! I love this!!! I’m in the process of developing something similar for my paras for instruction to follow the ABLLs routine and to tighten up structure in one kiddo’s day. Give him one second and it’ll turn into a 45 minute problem. 🙁
I like the visual representation and the flow system. Can’t wait to see what you’re working on.
Totally! So not worth it! Gotta keep them on task! 🙂
Sasha, I’d love to feature this idea on my website. Could I use your image of the flow chart in a blog post? I’ll credit and link to this post, as well as a link to the final product, if you’ve got it ready. Thanks!
Sure! You can absolutely use it if it is linked 🙂
Hi! Are these available yet on TPT? Thanks
Hi! Are these available on TPT yet? Thanks
Not yet! Ugh – I’m the worst! I have them started, I promise! Once I get through all of this traveling in June for PDs, it is my top priority!