Christmas break for teachers is the perfect time to relax and recharge for the second half of the school year. This post shares valuable tips on setting boundaries, prioritizing teacher self-care, and even creating a teacher vision board to focus on goals for the new year. By embracing these strategies, teachers can return to the classroom refreshed, motivated, and ready to take on new challenges.

Building student relationships is just one of the pieces to the puzzle of effective classroom management and increased student engagement. In this post, I share how to build positive relationships with students with three impactful tips to help you set the tone for your classroom.

This post shares five effective student engagement strategies to boost learning and improve classroom management. Each strategy is designed to help students stay focused, motivated, and actively involved in lessons across all subject areas.

In this post, I’m sharing essential classroom management tips for those high-energy days when managing classroom behavior feels like a challenge. Learn how to calm a classroom with effective strategies like visual cues, resets, and positive reinforcement to bring students back on track. These easy techniques can help you regain control and create a focused, positive learning environment quickly.

Are you looking for ways to improve classroom management and create a smoother learning environment? In this post, I’m sharing five essential classroom management ideas designed specifically for elementary teachers. From proactive strategies to keeping students engaged, these tips will help you feel more confident and in control of your classroom!

Discover how teacher self-care is directly connected to effective classroom management. In this post, I share my personal story of overcoming teacher burnout and offer practical self-care tips to help you protect your time, lean on support, and maintain a positive teacher mindset. Prioritizing your well-being is key to creating a balanced, thriving classroom environment.

In this post, I share essential tips to help you prepare for a substitute teacher, whether it's a planned or unexpected absence. From organizing your schedule and lesson plans to creating a substitute binder and having backup activities ready, these strategies will keep your classroom running smoothly.

This post breaks down how to successfully roll out your classroom expectations in the first week of school. Learn the difference between expectations and routines, methods for introducing expectations, and why consistency from day one is crucial for classroom success.

Get ready for a stress-free open house with these practical tips and strategies for elementary teachers. Learn how to set up effective stations, create a welcoming atmosphere, and gather important information from parents. This article will help you host a successful open house that starts the school year off right!

Welcome to your first teaching job—congrats! Feeling overwhelmed with where to start? Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered. Here’s your essential guide to kickstarting your first year: nail down your classroom management plan, keep your setup simple yet inviting, and get familiar with your curriculum basics. Let’s make sure you’re ready to tackle this exciting journey with confidence and clarity!

Summer is here, and it's time to relax. But if you're like me, switching off from teaching is tough. Sometimes, a bit of prep work helps ease into the new school year. Here’s a short list of simple tasks to tackle over the summer to make the fall smoother.

The school year is winding down, and it's time to wrap things up! Do you find yourself looking around your classroom feeling a bit overwhelmed by all that needs to be done? Trust me, I've been there! Let's explore some tasks that we, as teachers, need (or really should) complete before we turn in our classroom keys!

As the school year winds down, it's no surprise that students are buzzing with excitement or even a touch of end-of-year jitters. While this energy can be infectious, it can also present some unique behavioral challenges in the classroom. But don't worry, I've got you covered! In this article, we'll tackle three common end-of-year behavioral quirks and share some strategies to keep the learning vibes positive right up to the last bell.

Ever caught yourself wondering…what is classroom management all about? You’re definitely not alone in that! It’s a topic often discussed but seldom fully explained. Well guess what? We are about to change that! In this article, we will unpack what classroom management actually means.

Do you sometimes wonder why is classroom management important? Read on to learn three benefits of effective classroom management and why you need it in your classroom.

Spring Break can be rejuvenating for both teachers and students, but returning to the classroom calls for reviewing expectations and for some fresh ideas. Try these three classroom management strategies as you return from Spring Break!

Teacher parent communication needs to occur regularly to support strong relationships with families and students. Read about when and how often teachers should contact parents.

Are you facing challenges in managing a particularly talkative classroom this year? Explore these seven effective classroom management strategies to better handle and engage your chatty bunch.

Conversation hearts can make the best Valentine minute to win it games. Try these four simple and fun Valentine candy heart games with your students this year.

Take another, deeper look at how you are planning a lesson. Engage the students in your classroom with effective lesson plans every day.