The article discusses the effective techniques and methods of the VEPA (Good Behavior Game) methodology that the elementary school teacher can use in his pedagogical activity creating a comfortable atmosphere for teaching younger students. Techniques that contribute to the development of social, emotional and effective skills of elementary school students and improve their concentration are described. The author reveals the content of the methodology consisting of game techniques and elements, the use of which strengthens the students’ self-control helps children to regulate their behavior, teaches to consider others and to notice their best qualities. The article demonstrates a variety of gaming techniques.