Classroom and teaching supplies

Behavior and reward tools for classrooms, with a note on research: 12 picks

Teachers use charts, treasure chests and small prizes. Research summaries, including a 1999 meta-analysis by Deci, Koestner and Ryan, found that tangible rewards for doing something kids already enjoy can reduce later interest in it. Praise and clear routines hold up better. If you use rewards, keep them small, tied to specific effort, and private.

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Reward Treasure Chest
Lakeshore Learning · Ages K-5
A storage chest for small prizes.
Watch for: About $60 (Oct 2026). Choose non-food, non-allergen prizes.
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Treasure Chest
Lakeshore Learning · Ages PreK-3
A smaller, cheaper treasure box.
Watch for: About $13 (Oct 2026).
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Incentive Chart Poster Pack
Lakeshore Learning · Ages K-3
Charts for goals; track personal goals, not public ranking.
Watch for: About $40 (Oct 2026).
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Brights 4Ever Smiley Face Mini Incentive Charts
Lakeshore Learning · Ages PreK-2
Small personal charts for one child at a time.
Watch for: About $5 (Oct 2026).
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Polka Dot Incentive Punch Cards
Lakeshore Learning · Ages K-3
Punch cards for individual goals.
Watch for: About $6 (Oct 2026).
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Good for Me! Magnetic Responsibility Chart
Lakeshore Learning · Ages K-2
A responsibility chart for routines.
Watch for: About $30 (Oct 2026).
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Daily Attendance & Classroom Helpers Chart
Lakeshore Learning · Ages K-3
Helper jobs that give every child a role.
Watch for: About $40 (Oct 2026).
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Animal Friends Desk Pets
Lakeshore Learning · Ages K-3
Desk pets for a quiet-voice or responsibility cue.
Watch for: About $13 (Oct 2026). Small parts; not for under-3.
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I'm a Star Student Awards
Lakeshore Learning · Ages K-5
Certificates to send home.
Watch for: About $4-6 (Oct 2026).
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Magnetic Bookmarks
Lakeshore Learning · Ages K-5
A book-related small prize.
Watch for: About $10 (Oct 2026). Small magnets; supervise young children.
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Rainbow Scratch Bookmarks
Lakeshore Learning · Ages K-5
A craft prize that doubles as a reading tool.
Watch for: About $8 (Oct 2026).
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Finger Erasers
Lakeshore Learning · Ages K-5
A small non-food prize.
Watch for: About $15 (Oct 2026). Small parts; supervise young children.
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