Using Inchy’s Bookworm Vending Machine® for Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is a framework used in schools to promote positive behavior among students.
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The goal of PBIS is to create a positive and supportive school environment where students can thrive academically and socially.
One innovative way to support PBIS is through the use of a PBIS book vending machine also known as Inchy’s Bookworm Vending Machine®.
Inchy’s Bookworm Vending Machine® is the ultimate PBIS tool that rewards students for school designated behaviors.
These rewards come in the form of Inchy tokens that can be redeemed for a take home book at the Bookworm Vending Machine. This incentivizes students to engage in positive behaviors and creates a more positive and supportive school environment all while promoting reading!
PBIS book vending machines can be customized to fit the specific needs of a school.
For example, a school may choose to reward students for completing classwork, following school rules, attendance, random acts of kindness and exhibiting positive attitudes. These rewardable behaviors and habits can be tailored to the individual school’s needs. This provides a unique tailored PBIS program that raises excitement around reading while reinforcing positive traits.
The implementation of a PBIS book vending machine is a simple and effective way to promote positive behavior among students.
It is a proactive approach that focuses on reinforcing positive behaviors instead of punishing negative behaviors. By rewarding students for good behavior, the PBIS vending machine encourages students to continue engaging in positive behaviors and creates a culture of positive reinforcement while promoting reading. Traditional rewards like candy, stickers, toys, and school supplies are all still great, however they don’t leave a lasting impression on the child like a take home book does.
The implementation of a PBIS book vending machine is a simple and effective way to promote positive behavior among students.
It is a proactive approach that focuses on reinforcing positive behaviors instead of punishing negative behaviors. By rewarding students for good behavior, the PBIS vending machine encourages students to continue engaging in positive behaviors and creates a culture of positive reinforcement while promoting reading. Traditional rewards like candy, stickers, toys, and school supplies are all still great, however they don’t leave a lasting impression on the child like a take home book does.
PBIS book vending machines also serve as a positive reinforcement tool for teachers, by reducing classroom management tasks and giving teachers more time to focus on instruction and learning.
PBIS book vending machines can also provide a way for schools to involve the community in supporting positive behavior among students.
Local businesses and organizations can fund and or sponsor the machine or donate books. This can also serve as a way for the community to support their local school and invest in the education and well-being of their students.
Inchy’s Bookworm Vending Machine® (PBIS book vending machines) are an innovative and effective way to promote positive behavior among students.
They provide a proactive approach to encouraging positive behaviors and create a positive and supportive school environment. With the ability to be customized to fit the specific needs of a school and the ability to involve the community in supporting positive behavior, Inchy’s Bookworm Vending MachineⓇ are a valuable tool in the support of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS). Discover how your school could benefit from this creative program!
Reward students for good behavior with a take home-book.
Excite students to receive a book with a magical trip to the vending machine.
Helps to build an in-home library while increasing reading engagement and fighting the “summer slide.”
Inchy’s Bookworm Vending Machine™ becomes the school’s centerpiece and serves as a constant reminder of the importance of books.
Our now famous ribbon-cutting ceremonies help educate the public about the school’s goals of reading.
Designing custom artwork with school’s logo, motto and mascot helps build school pride and creates an environment of creativity and school bonding.
How Do Schools Fund A Book Vending Mahine?
Schools work with a variety of sources. DonorsChoose is a very popular fundraising organization that occasionally offers matching funding. Schools also work with the Education Foundation, United Way, Save the Children. Kiwanis Club, Boys and Girls Club donate machines to schools. The most commone Funding Options for schools are:
Crowd Funding
Organizations like Read for My school and DonorChoose.org.
Foundation and clubs
Foundation and clubs are also a great resource for funding! Make sure you check if there are any in your area!
Community sponsorship
Many schools have had great success asking for funding from local businesses/organizations.
PTO-PTA
Make sure to ask your school’s Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) and Parent Teacher Association (PTA) for funds/fundraising opportunities.
GRANTS
All states have a variety of grant opportunities available for schools that would like to promote literacy or implement a PBIS system. Many schools are also currently using ESSER funding for this program.
