As teachers, we invest a lot of time setting up a safe learning environment for our students. But inevitably, whether because of personality clashes, misunderstandings, or maybe just someone having a bad day, classroom conflicts occur. ... Read More about Conflict Resolution in the Classroom
Classroom Management
Surviving the Week Before Winter Break
The week before winter break can be one of the busiest times of the school year. And while some teachers seem to bask in the delight of the holiday glow, others, well…. let’s just say it adds a little stress to the mix of the usual hustle ... Read More about Surviving the Week Before Winter Break
5 Clever Ways to Reward Your Students Without Stuff
Rewarding good behavior and effort in the classroom is an important part of teaching our little ones how to be successful students. Student rewards are also important for establishing and maintaining good classroom management. Everyone ... Read More about 5 Clever Ways to Reward Your Students Without Stuff
Making New Students Feel Welcome
Getting a new student after the beginning of the school year can happen for a number of reasons. Maybe a family has made a move because of work. Or perhaps things didn't work out at a different school. Possibly your new student is a foster ... Read More about Making New Students Feel Welcome
3 Rules for Stress-Free Classroom Parties
It’s hard to believe, but we often get so caught up in the bustle of daily learning that we forget to have fun with our young students! That’s why classroom parties can be so rewarding. The opportunity to enjoy each other’s company, to ... Read More about 3 Rules for Stress-Free Classroom Parties
10 Tips for Managing Classroom Centers
There's tons of different ways to "do" centers. But there's a few basics or foundations that are important no matter what centers looks like in your room. I love giving students the opportunity to work either independently and ... Read More about 10 Tips for Managing Classroom Centers
