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DO FIDGET TOYS INCREASE STUDENT ENGAGEMENT IN THE CLASSROOM?

"do"s and "Don't"s

10/26/2014

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Do switch the fidget toys out each week. They will get bored of them. They will get dirty. Unfortunately, too much time can lead to them wanting to use them incorrectly (poking holes, picking, etc)

Don't use anything that has limbs or small pieces hanging off of them. They will be ripped off accidentally... even by your calmest students.

Do use dog toys! I purchased dog toys because they are incredibly durable. The students giggled and asked if they could chew on them. I said "no".

Don't be afraid to give out special reward fidget toys. I have purchased some toys just for reward purposes and not for classroom purposes so that I know which ones should remain in the class. They students feel so special having those that they may keep with them throughout the day. 


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