Behavior

Noisy Classroom? 6 Easy Ways Teachers Can Control the Noise

Tips to reduce the noise level in your classroom and teach students to work quietly

The 10 Best Must-Read Books About KINDNESS for Kids

We want our students to be kind to each other, but sometimes they need help. Here's my list of favorite read-alouds about kindness & empathy

Create an Effective Classroom Behavior Management Plan in 4 Easy Steps

Creating a classroom behavior management plan doesn't have to be hard! Use these tips to develop a plan that is effective and easy to use.

27 Free Classroom Reward Ideas That Your Whole Class Will Love

Tired of spending money on candy & treasure box prizes all the time? These FREE classroom rewards are fun, motivating, & don't cost a dime!

14 Easy One Minute Brain Breaks to Keep Kids Learning

Sometimes I feel bad about how much time our students spend sitting at their desks working. They're just kids, after all, with short...

Teaching Transitions & Routines for Effective Classroom Management

The best way to create a positive classroom environment and spend less time on discipline is to teach transition routines. Here's how...

10 Activities For Fast Finishers That Keep Students Engaged

Don't let your fast finishers just sit there! Here are some ways to keep students engaged in learning when they've finished their work early

How to Handle 3 Common Behavior Problems in the Classroom

3 common classroom behavior problems and creative ways to handle them

Classroom Behavior Interventions that Work

I know you've had your own experiences with that one kid... the one who has so many issues that you don't know where to start, the o

How to Get Students to Follow Directions the First Time

Do you sometimes struggle to get your students to follow directions the first time? Here are 3 effective strategies to get them to listen

Mid-Year Teacher Tips to Keep Them Learning

We've passed the half-way point of the school year (yay!!) and this is when things can start to get a little bit boooring... for the kid

Managing Classroom Behavior with MAGIC PENS

It's no secret that I became a teacher because of my school supply fetish. Normally, I hoard my special pens, especially the gel ones! B