My Favorite Classroom Behavior Management Trick. The procedures have been taught, the students know your expectations, but you still find yourself repeating directions over and over again. Does this sound familiar? Here is how I discovered I could improve my classroom management with a little ... read more
Team Building Strategies for the Classroom
Human Knot This team-building game in one of the hardest ones for students to do. It is an oldie but goodie. I use this one about once a quarter, because we always need to continue to learn to work together. Plus it's a great filler for those rainy day recesses. The human knot involves actually ... read more
10 Time Saving Tips Every Teacher Needs to Know
Does your classroom management system need a quick makeover? Is your classroom organization plan driving you crazy? These simple time saving tips will have your students easily meeting your expectations and giving you time to teach! Mystery Student This simple trick will keep your students ... read more
8 Habits of Successful Teachers
Do you feel stressed, worried, overwhelmed with all of the hats you wear each day? If so then let me share 8 teacher habits that will take the worry away. I used to lay awake at night worrying. I would worry if I graded all of my papers, submitted the paperwork for administration, responded to ... read more
The Importance of a Weekly Schedule to Complete the Teacher To-Do List
(***This post is targeted to teachers BUT can be used by anyone so be sure to download the FREEBIE!) Do you have every second of the day planned for your students? Do they know when things need to be completed and turned in? What about you? Do you plan for what you need to complete and ... read more