Elementary school-age children can be some of the most rewarding students to teach. Their uninhibited creativity and curiosity is unparalleled. However, these same character traits can make young students some of the hardest to manage in the classroom. Never fear, there are a number of tested and ... read more
3 Ways to Build Classroom Community
The first few days of school can be exhilarating and terrifying for both students and teachers. What both parties want is for the classroom to be a safe and encouraging place for teaching and learning. However, this comfort and ease doesn't happen organically; cultivating a healthy classroom ... read more
Quick Homework Collection System
Do you feel overwhelmed at the beginning of the day when students are entering your room? Some can't unzip their coats. Others hand you notes from home. Homework is sprawled all over student desks and counters. The end of the day is just as crazy and the last thing you want to do is sit at your ... read more
Shhhh! Classroom Management with Hand Signs (FREE POSTERS)
How many times are you at the front of the room teaching and ask the students a question and you're looking for an answer. You call on the first student who raises their hand and he asks to go to the bathroom. The next student has a comment to add about something that happened to a family member. ... read more
How to Reduce Lost Pieces When Cutting
When I first started teaching 6 years ago, and I did large projects that involves cutting and many small pieces, I always made a mental note to make at least 5 additional sets of copies. I tried my best to not have my students lose small pieces by having them cut one piece and a time, throw away ... read more
