Call and response

Do you struggle to get your students' attention? Check out this post for attention getters that work the first time!

I’ve written before about my enthusiasm for the Responsive Classroom approach. Some of my favorite, tried-and-true classroom management techniques and resources come from the Responsive Classroom series and I’ve recommended them so many times, I thought it’s about time that I gave an overview of the Responsive Classroom approach. (If you’re sold already and want a […]

Reduce the noise in your classroom and get students' attention with these fun classroom attention-getters. Attention-getters are simple and fun

Have a chatty class problem? Are your tired of trying to talk over your talkative class? Check out these five tips for dealing the with chatter.

I figure if I am going to have a blog..I should..you know..type out words and junk. What better way to start than a linky party?I'm linking up with Cara from the First Grade Parade (who I might have a teacher crush on) and sharing my favorite pins from Pinterest. I, like most people, have a…

Call-and-response is a time-tested technique for getting attention. Instead of repeating yourself, train students to respond to a fun statement!

Learn how to use these classroom attention getters and callbacks for fun and playful classroom management.

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It's easy to find books on classroom management, technology and instructional design. But the list of books that care for the mental health of teachers is much shorter, and this one belongs at the top.