Classroom Expectations Lesson Plan & Classroom Rules Posters

Set the tone for a kind, cooperative classroom from day one. Bright posters go up on the wall as constant visual reminders, a booklet and kindness contract open up group conversations, and a ready-made lesson plan walks you through it all, so your classroom community-building is done before the first day of school!

Display the full-size posters for constant visual guidance, use the half-size versions to spark conversation during group time, and send the booklet and kindness contract to your art and writing stations for hands-on reinforcement. A must-have resource for any preschool classroom!

What's Included

• Lesson plan: Classroom expectations lesson plan with discussion questions
• Booklet: 7-page classroom expectations booklet
• Kindness contract: Printable kindness contract
• Book list: Classroom expectations and kindness book list (30 titles)
• Posters: 6 full-size and 6 half-size classroom expectations posters (Always Be Kind, Always Play Safe, Inside Voices, Listening Ears, Walking Feet, Gentle Hands)
• Bonus posters: Full-size and half-size "Being Kind Means Being...", "Being Kind Means Saying...", and "Being Kind Means Doing..." posters

Learning Benefits

• Social awareness: Discussion questions and the kindness contract build empathy and community thinking.
• Self-regulation: Clear, visual expectations help children understand and follow classroom routines.
• Language development: Posters and discussion expand kindness vocabulary with concrete examples.

Important Digital Details

• Instant Download: Access your file immediately after purchase. No physical items will be shipped.
• Print and Prep: For best results, print posters on cardstock and laminate for rugged, daily classroom use. Print the booklet & kindness contract on standard 8.5" x 11" paper.
• Usage Policy: Licensed for personal use or a single classroom only.