Lesson Plan
Engine Blueprint
Empower K–5 teachers to design and implement a customizable, school-wide point-based positive reinforcement “engine” that fuels desired behaviors and tracks student progress.
A consistent, engaging positive reinforcement system boosts student motivation, reinforces expectations, and promotes a supportive classroom climate, ensuring Tier 1 behavioral supports are effective school-wide.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Material Preparation
15 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Positive Reinforcement
10 minutes
Step 2
Exploring the Engine Metaphor
15 minutes
Step 3
Designing Your Engine Activity
15 minutes
Step 4
Teacher Roundtable Discussion
10 minutes
Step 5
Implementation Planning and Wrap-Up
10 minutes
Slide Deck
Fueling Success: Designing Your Incentive Engine
Session Objectives
MTSS Tier 1: Universal Behavioral Supports
Why Positive Reinforcement?
The Incentive Engine Metaphor
Fuel: Point Allocation
Components: Target Behaviors
Gauges: Tracking Progress
Example: A Sample Incentive Engine
Your Turn: Designing Your Engine
Worksheet
Discussion
Project Guide
