POUND THE ALARM

What is POUND THE ALARM?

This is a drill that may or may not happen daily during the class. Students are expected to find a partner or group, complete the task, and be able to share their answers with the rest of the class. It is a fun and competitive strategy to keep students engaged, moving, and focused.FIND A PARTNER/GROUP Reach into your basket and draw a playing card. Organize yourself into groups or partners based on the directions given from the teacher.

ANSWER THE QUESTION/COMPLETE THE TASK Answer the question or complete the task as fast as humanly possible with your partner or group.

STAY WITH THE GROUPWait patiently with your partner or group until the POUND OF ALARM timer is finished.

TALK BACK If you, your partner, or your group is called one, share your response quickly and in a timely fashion.

***NOTE: Check the board/worksheet for GROUP TYPE, MATERIALS, QUESTION, and POINTS.