Researchers implemented classroom interventions to improve the intrinsic motivational behaviors of 4th and 6th grade elementary students and to strengthen teacher/student and student/student relationships in a positive supportive learning environment. The problem of low intrinsic motivational behaviors was documented through classroom observation checklists, student self-reported surveys, and parent surveys. Teachers noted high incidence of incomplete homework, low classroom participation, and lowered academic achievement. After reviewing solution strategies from educational practitioners, two targeted strategies of differentiated instruction and cooperative learning were the interventions implemented. Post intervention data showed increased student involvement, improvement in class participation, homework completion, and on-task behaviors. All of this led to enhanced overall student intrinsic motivation and increased levels of academic achievement as well. (Contains 6 tables.)