Raise your hand if you’ve ever had a student take the bait when someone said something mean. Whether it’s “You have cooties!” or “You talk funny,” elementary-aged kids are constantly…
Friendship drama, playground scuffles, “she said–he said” moments—it’s all part of a typical school day. Student conflicts happen, especially in elementary school, where kids are still learning how to manage…
We all have that one student (or a few) who loves to blurt out answers before you even finish the question. Or maybe it’s the kid who constantly comments during…
Every teacher has encountered that class—the one where students treat every transition like a group chat and every lesson like a social hour. While a chatty class isn’t always a…
Over my many years of teaching, I’ve learned that setting up my classroom for success starts with clear expectations. It’s like building a strong foundation before building the rest of…
Positive encouragement is a powerful tool for teachers and a cornerstone of classroom management. Words of affirmation impact students’ motivation and self-confidence, making them believe in their abilities and tackle…
Getting the attention of all students in your busy classroom can be tricky. Attention-getters are a great classroom management tool. Whether your students are deeply engrossed in group work, immersed…
As a teacher, managing a classroom full of students can be a challenging task. One effective strategy to support positive behavior in students is implementing a classroom money system. This behavior management…
It is challenging for teachers to have good classroom management during whole group direct instruction lessons. Teachers are focused on the structure and pace of the lesson plan while managing…
Classroom rewards don’t have to cost money, require candy, or create extra work. If you’re searching for classroom reward ideas that actually motivate students — without relying on prizes or…
Do you find yourself struggling with the noise level in your classroom? Have you received feedback from other teachers or your principal expressing concerns about the noise? Creating a calm,…
Time. We all have the same amount, right? So how can you use the time you have in your classroom most effectively? Realistically it’s easy to lose ten to fifteen…
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