Games and Activities For Those Times That Need Filled
Sometimes in the classroom lesson end early and the teacher has some extra time that needs to be filled. The teacher knows if the student sit around with unstructured time that is when problem occur. There are some activities that are quick and easy to put together to fill that free time.
Crossword puzzles and mad lips are good for just about any age group. Copy some ahead of time and offer student a point or two of extra credit if they complete the activity. Another suggestion is to give a small prize such as a pencil to whoever finished the crossword first. This will ensure more student complete the puzzle. If the class is a little rowdy the teacher should organize a game. Some popular choices are silent ball or a group game of hangman.
In a subject like math there is always room for homework to reinforce the concept. Allow the student any remaining class time to get a head start on that night’s assignment. If the teacher is teaching elementary grades full in the free time by reading the class a story. As it teacher is it important to be prepare for free time to prevent students from finding their own ways to fill it.