The Attendance Game Show

Description

What Others Say

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“I use this game show every year with my 5th graders when discussing the importance of being in school. The kids are always shocked when they get “bonus points” on some of the questions.”
Meghan S.
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“This game is an excellent way to reinforce the importance of attendance. We have a school-wide goal of getting 9 absences or less and I used the game in all the upper grades.”
Julia M.
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No Prep Quiz Show Style Lesson on Attendance Matters

Help your students understand why coming to school every day matters with this fun, interactive quiz-show style lesson! The Attendance Matters Game Show focuses on problem-solving, finding solutions to attendance barriers, and helping kids see the link between attendance and school success.

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What’s Included

✔ Google Slides™ file
✔ PowerPoint™ file
✔ Printable task cards with all challenge prompts (perfect for small groups or screen-free play)
✔ Full counseling lesson plan
✔ 6+ additional low-prep activity formats for added flexibility

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Ways to Use This Lesson

• As a Tier 1 classroom lesson to encourage student attendance

• For Tier 2 small groups focused on improving attendance

• To supplement SEL or classroom community lessons

• As part of your school-wide attendance improvement efforts

• As an engaging guidance activity for school counselors

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Game Show Categories

The Attendance Matters Game Show keeps students engaged with challenge types that support different learning styles. Categories include:

• ACT IT OUT – Teams role play attendance-related challenges and solutions.

• TRUE or FALSE – Students decide if a statement about attendance is fact or myth.

• SKETCH IT – Teams quickly draw their answers to review attendance concepts.

• IMAGINE IF – Students respond to “what if” scenarios and problem-solve barriers.

• RISK – A surprise challenge that keeps students on their toes and engaged.

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Why Teachers & Counselors Love It

⭐ Engaging & interactive – Role play, drawing, and reflection keep students involved
⭐ Supports attendance improvement – Tackles both awareness and problem-solving
⭐ Customizable – Edit questions and challenges to match your students’ needs
⭐ Low prep – Easy to set up with digital and printable formats
⭐ Flexible – Works in whole-class lessons, small groups, or individual sessions

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💡 Time needed: The full Game Show takes 40–60 minutes, but shorter alternative activities are included for days when you need less time or lower prep.

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👉 This resource is a fun, flexible, and stress-free way to encourage attendance—perfect for classroom lessons, small groups, and school-wide initiatives.

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ASCA MINDSETS & BEHAVIORS covered:

* M 1. Belief in development of whole self, including a healthy balance of mental, social/emotional and physical well – being

* M 3. Sense of belonging in the school environment

* M 6. Positive attitude toward work and learning

* B-LS 2. Demonstrate creativity

* B-SS 2. Create positive and supportive relationships with other students

* B-SS 6. Use effective collaboration and cooperation skills