I use links to reward tables for cooperative behavior. This helps when you are trying to get children to follow directions quickly (lik...

This is one of the simplest ways to compliment good behavior, especially in the first few weeks of school. Whenever the children do a spe...

One of the first things we teach children on the first day of school is a signal to get their attention - commonly and simply referred to as...

This visual, step by step, easy to follow directions will teach your little ones what to do when they first come into the classroom each ...

As the new school year is nearing close, I thought I would get into the habit of blogging again. It has been too long! So without further...

As elementary school teachers, we all know the importance of having a Word Wall in the classroom. It is most useful for children during w...

Today marks the 43rd day of school and by now you know how much paperwork we need to deal with as teachers  - from handouts to newsletters ...