I think it's pretty standard in most classrooms to see some sort of display showing when each child's birthday is. I was recently looking at some wonderful examples that I've taken screen shots of for when I have my own classroom (!) I think it's important to do something to acknowledge the children's special days!
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One thing that a lot of teacher's do is give no homework. I quite like this idea as it's completely inexpensive. Most children will get presents and sweets for their birthdays so I think no homework is very much appreciated by children plus you're more than likely going to get a note from the parent saying that they went somewhere for the evening to celebrate and didn't have time to do their homework anyway. I know homework shouldn't be seen as a negative thing (etc.. etc..), but I do believe no homework is an appropriate 'reward' for birthdays.
I completely disagree with children being banned from doing P.E or Art if they are misbehaving as these are important parts of the curriculum, but I am all for no homework on special occasions!!
I think an extra added touch is to give children Homework Passes, to put into their diaries to show their parents that they don't have to do homework. It's a bit of a gimmick but I think it's a nice touch, something I'll be using when I get my own class. Until then you are more than welcome to download them, print them off and laminate them!
I made a copy in colour and a copy in black and white. The black and white would be nice to print on coloured paper and possibly be cheaper than printing the coloured ones!??
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD PASS IN BLACK AND WHITE
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