{"id":1496337,"date":"2024-01-03T05:57:00","date_gmt":"2024-01-03T11:57:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/?p=1496337"},"modified":"2024-01-03T16:26:34","modified_gmt":"2024-01-03T22:26:34","slug":"incentives-for-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/incentives-for-kids\/","title":{"rendered":"102 Rewards and Incentives for Kids That Really Work"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n<p>We all love rewards, and kids are no exception. Sometimes it seems like kids will work for anything\u2014stickers, high-fives, movie days. The trick with incentives is to have a lot of options and know how to use them. Here\u2019s our list of 102 incentives that motivate kids to work, behave, and cooperate, as well as how to use them to teach children what they should do. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Jump to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-use\">How To Use Incentives<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#sticker-charts\">Sticker Charts<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#behaviors\">Behaviors To Incentivize<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#bribes\">Are Incentives Just Bribes?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#intangible\">Intangible Incentive Ideas<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#group\">Group Incentive Ideas<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#tangible\">Tangible Incentive Ideas<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#elementary\">Elementary Incentive Ideas<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#middle-school\">Middle School Incentive Ideas<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#high-school\">High School Incentive Ideas<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#home\">Incentive Ideas Parents Can Use at Home<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-use\">How To Use Incentives <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The thing about rewards, or incentives, is that they work best when they are used strategically. When you set up a reward, first, make receiving the reward contingent with demonstrating a specific skill. So, if you want all students in your class to line up quickly and quietly, you may set up a reward just for that. If you want your child to put away the dishes each night, connect an incentive to that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The ultimate goal of rewarding kids is to increase behaviors that we want to see, and reduce behaviors we don\u2019t want. That means rewarding the behavior you want as often as possible, and ignoring behavior you don\u2019t want (we know, easier said than done). And when you give a reward, pair it with authentic praise. When kids know that you\u2019re proud of them, that goes a long way to reinforcing a behavior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best incentives are small and quick\u2014think a high-five or sticker. As kids get older, they can work for rewards over a longer period of time. Then, they can earn an incentive using a sticker chart like the ones below, or by filling a jar with marbles (when the jar is full they get their reward). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"sticker-charts\">Sticker Chart Options <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The nice thing about sticker charts is that kids can learn to control them. So, when they do the task you want\u2014complete their morning routine, or pick up 10 toys, for example\u2014they can fill in a sticker and get an immediate boost even as they work toward a longer goal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"679\" height=\"690\" title=\"sticker-chart\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sticker-chart.jpg\" alt=\"sticker chart for an incentive for kids \" class=\"wp-image-1496339\" style=\"width:800px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sticker-chart.jpg 679w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sticker-chart-400x406.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sticker-chart-120x122.jpg 120w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sticker-chart-50x50.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 679px) 100vw, 679px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Amazon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This sticker chart is a great way to provide positive reinforcement throughout the day. Kids can earn stickers on the chart and turn the chart in when it\u2019s full for a reward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Buy it: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Colorful-Reward-Sticker-Behavior-Classroom\/dp\/B0BTWJ9Q37?crid=3L449LCBJI6IY&amp;keywords=sticker%2Bchart&amp;qid=1702853251&amp;sprefix=sticker%2Bchart%2Caps%2C144&amp;sr=8-2-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&amp;th=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=wear03e-20&amp;linkId=2948895f6bbb4476cb2cea152181036e&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Sticker Chart<\/a> at Amazon<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"679\" height=\"679\" title=\"themed-sticker-chart\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/themed-sticker-chart.jpg\" alt=\"sticker chart with a theme for a reward for kids \" class=\"wp-image-1496340\" style=\"width:800px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/themed-sticker-chart.jpg 679w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/themed-sticker-chart-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/themed-sticker-chart-122x122.jpg 122w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/themed-sticker-chart-50x50.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 679px) 100vw, 679px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Amazon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s another sticker chart, this one with cute themes, for students to track progress towards a larger goal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Buy it: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Sticker-Incentive-Classroom-Stickers-Teaching\/dp\/B0BKPLH38P?crid=3L449LCBJI6IY&amp;keywords=sticker+chart&amp;qid=1702853312&amp;sprefix=sticker+chart%2Caps%2C144&amp;sr=8-8&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=wear03e-20&amp;linkId=b87f5220702560c043ae943e0f3cc5fc&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Themed Sticker Charts<\/a> at Amazon<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"296\" title=\"personalized-reward-jar\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/personalized-reward-jar.webp\" alt=\"personalized sticker jar for reward for kids \" class=\"wp-image-1496341\" style=\"width:799px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/personalized-reward-jar.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/personalized-reward-jar-124x122.webp 124w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/personalized-reward-jar-50x50.webp 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Amazon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Get a personalized reward jar to use in the classroom or at home. When the jar is filled, the child earns a larger reward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Buy it: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Personalized-Training-Classroom-Responsibility-Management\/dp\/B0CG8XKH3P?crid=2VW85ZH4GH67I&amp;keywords=reward%2Bjar&amp;qid=1702853369&amp;sprefix=reward%2Bja%2Caps%2C136&amp;sr=8-3-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&amp;th=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=wear03e-20&amp;linkId=f529bf2997bc9293364307c718147a70&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Personalized Reward Jar<\/a> at Amazon<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"behaviors\">What behaviors should be rewarded? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s important to reward behaviors that the children actually have control over. Things they can do\u2014brushing their teeth, putting their dishes in the sink, completing a morning routine\u2014or qualities they can demonstrate, like effort, resilience, trying hard, and being flexible. You can also focus on behaviors that your child is learning (taking feedback, apologizing, sharing) and reward those.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"bribes\">Are incentives just bribes? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No. Bribery is when you give a child something in exchange for them doing something they don\u2019t want to do (I\u2019ll give you a candy if you empty the dishwasher). Bribes often come out of frustration when you&#8217;re at your wit&#8217;s end and just want the kid to do what you say.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, a reward is set up ahead of time and is given when your child does something you ask them to do. For example, a child cleans their room or a class of students all line up without talking. This shows kids that you value that behavior and want to see more of it. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Big List of Incentives for Kids <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s our list of incentives that kids will love and that cover you for experiences, little gifts, and stickers &#8230; so many stickers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"intangible\">Intangible Incentives for Kids <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all incentives have to be things. Praise and recognition go a long way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"431\" title=\"bulletin-board\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bulletin-board-1.jpeg\" alt=\"bulletin board celebrating student work \" class=\"wp-image-1496346\" style=\"width:800px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bulletin-board-1.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bulletin-board-1-400x265.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bulletin-board-1-184x122.jpeg 184w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bulletin-board-1-50x33.jpeg 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.teachercreated.com\/blog\/2015\/09\/how-to-create-the-ultimate-student-work-bulletin-board\/\">Teacher Created\/bulletin board <\/a>via teachercreated.com <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Praise a student on the all-school announcements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pull the student aside and praise them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create a bulletin board and post work where students see it and share why each piece of work is on the board.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Call home with a positive comment, or send a positive note home.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Permit students to sit anywhere in the classroom.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide a student with extra gym or recess time with another class.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let a student choose which music to listen to.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Give out a \u201cfree homework pass.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/praise-students-nonverbal\/\">6 Ways To Praise Students Without Saying a Word<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"group\">Group Incentives for Kids<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Students can work as a class to earn these incentives. Use a marble jar or other visual to show students how close they are to earning their reward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Free seating day\u2014everyone gets to choose their seat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have class outside.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Allow extra recess time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Give free time at the end of the day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have a dance party.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Play a game.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have Fun Friday activities. (Get <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/fun-friday-activities\/\">lots of ideas for Fun Friday<\/a> here.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" title=\"movie-afternoon\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/movie-afternoon-1-800x600.jpg\" alt=\"kids watching a movie for an incentive \" class=\"wp-image-1496348\" style=\"width:800px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/movie-afternoon-1-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/movie-afternoon-1-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/movie-afternoon-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/movie-afternoon-1-163x122.jpg 163w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/movie-afternoon-1-50x38.jpg 50w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/movie-afternoon-1.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/narrabri-p.schools.nsw.gov.au\/content\/doe\/sws\/schools\/n\/narrabri-p\/www\/news\/2021\/11\/pbl-movie-afternoon.html\">Narrabri Public Schools\/movie afternoon <\/a>via narrabri-p.schools.nsw.gov.au<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Watch a movie during lunch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Allot time to play a favorite sport.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have a dress-up or non-uniform day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eat lunch in the classroom or outside.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wear slippers for a day. (Ah! No shoes!)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tangible\">Tangible Incentives for Kids <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Small, store-bought items are good for students who require more tangible rewards, or to stock a home or school treasure box.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"679\" height=\"599\" title=\"sticky-notes\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sticky-notes.jpg\" alt=\"rainbow sticky notes \" class=\"wp-image-1496349\" style=\"width:800px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sticky-notes.jpg 679w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sticky-notes-400x353.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sticky-notes-138x122.jpg 138w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sticky-notes-50x44.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 679px) 100vw, 679px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Amazon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Star sticky notes (Buy it: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Sticky-Bright-Colorful-Sheets-Self-Sticky\/dp\/B088R5F8KV?hvadid=616863258840&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvlocint=9009970&amp;hvlocphy=1010040&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvqmt=e&amp;hvrand=8510894049446070628&amp;hvtargid=kwd-24854684092&amp;hydadcr=24658_13611734&amp;keywords=star%2Bsticky%2Bnotes&amp;qid=1702824904&amp;sr=8-1-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&amp;th=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=wear03e-20&amp;linkId=8116485e5708a4358e2e0f9c3c7c26e6&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Star Sticky Notes<\/a> at Amazon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stickers are a great, cheap incentive that you can customize for any kid. (Buy it: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Stickers-Toddlers-Different-Teachers-Scrapbooking\/dp\/B07QJFYK94?crid=2EHEI06D1LQ0W&amp;keywords=stickers&amp;qid=1702824998&amp;sprefix=stickers%2Caps%2C187&amp;sr=8-25&amp;th=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=wear03e-20&amp;linkId=8655fa2f658e8777f91ad214837dab2c&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">3D Stickers<\/a> at Amazon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Colorful pencils (Buy it: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/SKKSTATIONERY-Assorted-Colorful-Assortment-Incentives\/dp\/B07BWK9P5P?crid=1QYOYZZA9K345&amp;keywords=kid+incentive&amp;qid=1702825129&amp;sprefix=kid+incentiv%2Caps%2C139&amp;sr=8-4-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&amp;psc=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=wear03e-20&amp;linkId=a81bd4793a8f68ca825616b76dc99059&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Pencils<\/a> at Amazon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mini key chains (Buy it: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/GADMEXILY-Keychain-Classroom-Birthday-Christmas\/dp\/B0B25SFM3W?crid=1QYOYZZA9K345&amp;keywords=kid+incentive&amp;qid=1702825129&amp;sprefix=kid+incentiv%2Caps%2C139&amp;sr=8-33&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=wear03e-20&amp;linkId=b5fb94ea8f2132c828b523ad99467b0e&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Key Chains<\/a> at Amazon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tiny animal erasers (Buy it: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Erasers-Classroom-Treasure-Supplies-Kids-Party\/dp\/B09LHCLQR7?crid=1QYOYZZA9K345&amp;keywords=kid+incentive&amp;qid=1702825129&amp;sprefix=kid+incentiv%2Caps%2C139&amp;sr=8-36&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=wear03e-20&amp;linkId=6627da33d9e95f40e8cb210d0a3b11eb&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Erasers<\/a> at Amazon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fidget toys (Buy it: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Birthday-Stocking-Christmas-Assortment-Classroom\/dp\/B0BD1DQF6W?crid=1QYOYZZA9K345&amp;keywords=kid%2Bincentive&amp;qid=1702825129&amp;sprefix=kid%2Bincentiv%2Caps%2C139&amp;sr=8-38&amp;th=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=wear03e-20&amp;linkId=63f7ef789be5f7d3e5154ae65f9a6a32&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Fidget Toys<\/a> at Amazon)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"679\" height=\"679\" title=\"squishies\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/squishies.jpg\" alt=\"squishy animal toys for incentives for kids \" class=\"wp-image-1496350\" style=\"width:800px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/squishies.jpg 679w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/squishies-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/squishies-122x122.jpg 122w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/squishies-50x50.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 679px) 100vw, 679px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Amazon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Mochi squishy toys (Buy it: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Birthday-Squishies-Classroom-Valentine-Christmas\/dp\/B09NFG2DDX?crid=1QYOYZZA9K345&amp;keywords=kid+incentive&amp;qid=1702825129&amp;sprefix=kid+incentiv%2Caps%2C139&amp;sr=8-42&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=wear03e-20&amp;linkId=a80642bbed3282e68d8e0586c885ef82&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Squishies<\/a> at Amazon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Magnetic bookmarks (Buy it: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Bookmarks-Magnetic-Christmas-Students-Teachers\/dp\/B0B57YHGRB?crid=1QYOYZZA9K345&amp;keywords=kid%2Bincentive&amp;qid=1702825129&amp;sprefix=kid%2Bincentiv%2Caps%2C139&amp;sr=8-53&amp;th=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=wear03e-20&amp;linkId=cfb6b9e2bd06c8c6b18023ed34b5ad99&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Bookmark<\/a>s at Amazon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brag tags (Buy it: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Student-Reading-Incentives-Brag-Value\/dp\/B07PVDC9N2?crid=1QYOYZZA9K345&amp;keywords=kid+incentive&amp;qid=1702825417&amp;sprefix=kid+incentiv%2Caps%2C139&amp;sr=8-51-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGZfbmV4dA&amp;psc=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=wear03e-20&amp;linkId=be05d3cab15cb480fcbe293218b798ec&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Brag Tags<\/a> at Amazon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mini erasers (Buy it: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Erasers-Assortment-Rewards-Supplies-Filling\/dp\/B09K7GG15L?crid=1QYOYZZA9K345&amp;keywords=kid+incentive&amp;qid=1702825457&amp;sprefix=kid+incentiv%2Caps%2C139&amp;sr=8-69-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9tdGY&amp;psc=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=wear03e-20&amp;linkId=12f51c954a4b6ea70008218dfeb60204&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Mini Erasers<\/a> at Amazon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mini Play-Doh cans (Buy it: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Play-Doh-Non-Toxic-Modeling-Classroom-Exclusive\/dp\/B087N9N6HH?crid=1QYOYZZA9K345&amp;keywords=kid%2Bincentive&amp;qid=1702825457&amp;sprefix=kid%2Bincentiv%2Caps%2C139&amp;sr=8-78&amp;th=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=wear03e-20&amp;linkId=88765738f5adfb237225ed21c7a5dbf7&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Play-Doh<\/a> at Amazon)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"679\" height=\"679\" title=\"tokens\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tokens.jpg\" alt=\"tokens to use as an incentive for kids \" class=\"wp-image-1496351\" style=\"width:800px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tokens.jpg 679w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tokens-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tokens-122x122.jpg 122w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tokens-50x50.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 679px) 100vw, 679px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Amazon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>&#8220;Caught Being Good&#8221; tokens could be given out and then exchanged for a larger incentive. (Buy it: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Behavior-Incentive-Colored-Plastic-Christmas\/dp\/B09JNKHK6T?crid=1QYOYZZA9K345&amp;keywords=kid+incentive&amp;qid=1702825457&amp;sprefix=kid+incentiv%2Caps%2C139&amp;sr=8-93&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=wear03e-20&amp;linkId=163f64b256b797c006522f782007ab6b&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Tokens<\/a> at Amazon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slime (Buy it: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/ZHNEHAOKAN-Sensory-Stimulation-Stuffers-Non-Sticky\/dp\/B0BTM4HNBC?crid=1QYOYZZA9K345&amp;keywords=kid%2Bincentive&amp;qid=1702825615&amp;sprefix=kid%2Bincentiv%2Caps%2C139&amp;sr=8-118&amp;th=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=wear03e-20&amp;linkId=cb532f46faf88ae3313408c4211a0c18&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Slime<\/a> at Amazon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hatching toys (Buy it: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Hatching-Dinosaur-Birthday-Supplies-Stuffers\/dp\/B0BLXKSCXY?crid=1QYOYZZA9K345&amp;keywords=kid+incentive&amp;qid=1702825674&amp;sprefix=kid+incentiv%2Caps%2C139&amp;sr=8-98-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGZfbmV4dA&amp;psc=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=wear03e-20&amp;linkId=912aa35a65fafddecf71fbf2ad15e33a&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Hatching Dinosaur Eggs<\/a> at Amazon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mini stamp pads (Buy it: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Assorted-Self-Ink-DIFFERENT-Birthday-Classroom\/dp\/B07N34F5G5?crid=1QYOYZZA9K345&amp;keywords=kid+incentive&amp;qid=1702825674&amp;sprefix=kid+incentiv%2Caps%2C139&amp;sr=8-150&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=wear03e-20&amp;linkId=d67a95f82b23e5e964f0c379363c0b7e&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Mini Stamps<\/a> at Amazon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bubbles (Buy it: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/200-Birthday-Christmas-Valentine-Classroom\/dp\/B0B51GMSNT?crid=1QYOYZZA9K345&amp;keywords=kid%2Bincentive&amp;qid=1702825762&amp;sprefix=kid%2Bincentiv%2Caps%2C139&amp;sr=8-171&amp;th=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=wear03e-20&amp;linkId=1bcf16c5f87c1773430cc855fdd69842&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Mini Bubble Wands<\/a> at Amazon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Multi-color pens (Buy it: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Frienda-Retractable-Ballpoint-Multicolor-Colorful\/dp\/B07BF99G7B?crid=1QYOYZZA9K345&amp;keywords=kid+incentive&amp;qid=1702825839&amp;sprefix=kid+incentiv%2Caps%2C139&amp;sr=8-204-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9tdGY&amp;psc=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=wear03e-20&amp;linkId=32c92bcedc5b6a607e98ad081e075232&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Multi-Color Retractable Pens<\/a> at Amazon)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"695\" height=\"695\" title=\"backpack-pins\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/backpack-pins.jpg\" alt=\"backpack pins for an incentive for kids \" class=\"wp-image-1496352\" style=\"width:800px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/backpack-pins.jpg 695w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/backpack-pins-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/backpack-pins-122x122.jpg 122w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/backpack-pins-50x50.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 695px) 100vw, 695px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Amazon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Backpack pins (Buy it: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Japior-Brooches-Aesthetic-Cartoon-Backpacks\/dp\/B0C3GX9X95?crid=4FW605JSXQ4A&amp;keywords=pins&amp;qid=1702825941&amp;sprefix=pins%2Caps%2C176&amp;sr=8-3-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&amp;th=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=wear03e-20&amp;linkId=be11888d37e514c312754ce2b9aca2aa&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Enamel Pins<\/a> at Amazon) <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fun paper clips are great for older kids, who can use them to clip notes or as bookmarks. (Buy it: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Shappy-Multicolor-Creative-Bookmark-Notebook\/dp\/B01N9PS6ZM?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fun+paper+clips&amp;qid=1587052004&amp;sr=8-1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=wear03e-20&amp;linkId=0f7da338856f624b347ee0a552bebc76&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Multi-Color Paper Clips<\/a> at Amazon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rainbow pencils (Buy it: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Rainbow-Assorted-Coloring-Sketching-Stationery\/dp\/B06XDT9Y27?dchild=1&amp;keywords=colorful%2Bpencils&amp;qid=1587052216&amp;sr=8-1-spons&amp;spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFJMUJSVFRCT0FIM0EmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTA1Mjk2MjFYWk9NMVdaSVZVSVcmZW5jcnlwdGVkQWRJZD1BMDgzOTY5NzE2SjFCT1FZUVlEUlkmd2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGYmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl&amp;th=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=wear03e-20&amp;linkId=babc76b6dfcfa4013bbcedff7444dfc0&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Colorful Pencils<\/a> at Amazon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get more ideas: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/inexpensive-student-gifts\/\">Inexpensive Gifts for Students<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"elementary\">Incentives for Elementary School Kids<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Younger students love tangibles (all the stickers). They also love attention and having more freedom around the classroom. Here are incentive ideas just for the younger set.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Have an ongoing class puzzle and provide students with time to work on it as a reward.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Set up drawing or coloring time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have a special chair that students can sit in when they have earned it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have a special pen or pencil students can use when they have earned it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let kids take care of a class pet. (Here are lots of ideas for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/stuffed-animals-in-the-classroom\/\">using stuffed animals in the classroom<\/a>.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" title=\"flashlight-friday\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/flashlight-friday-1.jpeg\" alt=\"kids reading with flashlights \" class=\"wp-image-1496354\" style=\"width:800px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/flashlight-friday-1.jpeg 640w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/flashlight-friday-1-400x267.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/flashlight-friday-1-183x122.jpeg 183w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/flashlight-friday-1-50x33.jpeg 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.triedandtrueteachingtools.com\/2015\/09\/flashlight-friday-fun.html\">Tried and True Teaching Tools\/flashlight reading<\/a> via triedandtrueteachingtools.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Decorate a section of the whiteboard, and leave up their artwork for at least a day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have flashlight reading time or Flashlight Friday. (Read <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/flashlight-fridays\/\">why one teacher loves Flashlight Fridays.<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let them be line leader or be first for a day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let them eat lunch with a favorite friend.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let them run an errand for the teacher (make a special hall pass so other teachers know why they were chosen to run this errand).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"middle-school\">Incentives for Middle School Kids <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Middle schoolers still thrive off of incentives and rewards, especially ones that give them extra responsibility. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Read to a younger class.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go outside for a class.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Play music during warm-up or independent work. Have students make a playlist ahead of time so they really look forward to this.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide a list of websites students can use for free time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Late pass, homework pass, or odds pass (complete only the odd-numbered problems).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose a partner to work with.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Drop the lowest grade.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work in the hallway.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"679\" height=\"683\" title=\"prize-wheel\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/prize-wheel.jpg\" alt=\"prize wheel for an incentive for kids \" class=\"wp-image-1496356\" style=\"width:800px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/prize-wheel.jpg 679w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/prize-wheel-400x402.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/prize-wheel-121x122.jpg 121w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/prize-wheel-50x50.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 679px) 100vw, 679px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Amazon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Two words: prize wheel. (Buy it: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Xlong-Spinning-Double-Sided-Editable-Education\/dp\/B0B9W83T33?crid=3KGWL5QXKWCXJ&amp;keywords=prize+wheel&amp;qid=1702854411&amp;sprefix=prize+wheel%2Caps%2C177&amp;sr=8-6&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=wear03e-20&amp;linkId=cffbbd9f97d156ae10a42a80706c75b1&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Prize Wheel<\/a> at Amazon).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Board writer. (Why does every student want to write on the whiteboard?)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minute To Win It games. Students have a good week and they get to play a few <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/minute-to-win-it-games-for-kids\/\">Minute To Win It<\/a> games.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Water bottle or laptop stickers are great for older kids. (Buy it: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Stickers-Waterproof-Aesthetic-Computer-Skateboard\/dp\/B0CN91RSFN?hvadid=616991461814&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvlocint=9009970&amp;hvlocphy=1010040&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvqmt=e&amp;hvrand=14141814435240740967&amp;hvtargid=kwd-411242194928&amp;hydadcr=26614_11715055&amp;keywords=stickers%27&amp;qid=1702824950&amp;sr=8-5&amp;th=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=wear03e-20&amp;linkId=78866b68ac2bb3c5c2c235f9f4789a9d&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Water Bottle Stickers<\/a> at Amazon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let students choose a virtual field trip to take. (Here are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/best-virtual-field-trips\/\">40 virtual field trips<\/a> to get you started.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assign students to be mentors to younger students.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bring a snack to class.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ask the teacher anything (within reason).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"high-school\">Incentives for High School Students <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>High schoolers do like stickers, homework passes, and even a treasure chest. But there are some incentives that are really ideal for high school students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Play a game of student vs. teacher.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Give out a free parking pass.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Allow them to change their virtual background.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Allow them to change the teacher\u2019s email signature for a day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let them play class DJ for a day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let them erase one tardy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let them choose an assignment to take off of their grade.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"479\" title=\"slime-the-principal\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/slime-the-principal.webp\" alt=\"slime the principal \" class=\"wp-image-1496358\" style=\"width:800px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/slime-the-principal.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/slime-the-principal-400x319.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/slime-the-principal-153x122.webp 153w, https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/slime-the-principal-50x40.webp 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ocregister.com\/2011\/04\/15\/irvine-students-slime-their-principal\/\">Orange County Register\/slime the principal<\/a> via ocregister.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Give students time in class to work on homework.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose a laptop sticker. (Buy it: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/156pcs-Stickers-Laptop-Bottles-Computer\/dp\/B08Y85SYG4\/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2IENKGIF2ZUR2&amp;keywords=laptop+stickers&amp;qid=1702855361&amp;sprefix=laptop+sticker%2Caps%2C154&amp;sr=8-5\">Vinyl Meme Stickers<\/a> at Amazon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let them choose the next assignment, science experiment, etc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slime or pie the teacher or principal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do a social media shout-out (with principal permission) of students or classes who are exceeding expectations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"home\">Incentives for Parents To Use at Home<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Incentives to use at home with kids can range from stickers (always!) to having control over what they eat or do, or simply getting some one-on-one time with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Choose a favorite video clip and play it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay up late for 5 to 15 minutes, depending on your child\u2019s age.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let your child choose what\u2019s for dinner.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Give a little extra screen time, or let them choose what everyone watches.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Give them a day off from a chore.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Give them a bonus. If they get an allowance, give them a bonus of a few dollars, but make sure they know what it\u2019s for.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Play a board game or card game together.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plan to go to an activity that your child likes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let them wear pajamas all day (even if they leave the house).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Play a video game together.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let them pick out a cereal to have for breakfast.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take them to the dollar store and give them $5 to spend.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paint nails together.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let them show you their favorite silly videos.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Set up a mystery bag with food, games, and activities your kids like. When they earn a reward, they can open the mystery bag.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Donate an amount to your child\u2019s favorite charity or cause.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create grab bags with small items your child likes. Each time they earn a reward, they choose a bag with a surprise inside.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get a special breakfast (doughnuts maybe) on the way to school.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take a photo on your phone and let your child edit it and share with family.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brag about them to a relative or friend and make sure they overhear.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let them choose a dessert to make together.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go out for ice cream.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let them choose the snack they bring to school.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you liked this roundup of the best incentives for kids, be sure to&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/newsletters\/\">subscribe to our newsletters<\/a> to find out when more articles like this are posted.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Plus, check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/micro-affirmations-in-the-classroom\/\">Power of Micro-Affirmations in the Classroom<\/a>.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" title=\"Rewards-1\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Rewards-1-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Rewards work, when they're done right. 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