TEACHING RESOURCE
You're a teacher challenged with a difficult student. You've tried being nice and not so nice, going back and forth…
An explanation of symbolic vs. nonsymbolic information in regards to teaching inclusively.
CLASSROOM TOOLS
Use this form to evaluate all kinds of portfolios. This printable is customizable. Tailor the PDF to your teaching needs…
ACTIVITIES
Build classroom community while giving many students the chance to lead your class.
Find answers to some of the most common concerns for the start of a new school year. This article for teachers includes…
LESSON PLANS
Use this substitute teacher kit for grades 1-2 that encourages children to explore the world of animals.
This handout is for use in the There Are Many Ways to Resolve Conflicts lesson plan.
The basic seating configurations for a classroom are described.
EDITOR'S COLLECTIONS
Enjoy reading the wisdom of experienced teachers on how to become an effective, caring teacher. Our top 15 tips work for…
Present this certificate to the most deserving student and express your gratitude. This printable is customizable.…
Use a chart to track student and parent names and phone numbers, as well as addresses, emergency contact information,…
Brain breaks are a fun way for students to take a mental “pause” and help their brains stay focused. Allowing students a…
In this excerpt from Teach Like Your Hair's on Fire, Rafe Esquith discusses discipline and how punishments should fit…
WORKSHEETS
Use these sample tips and activities to help you prepare for Open House. These activities are a great way to showcase…
Two well-defined strategies are described for helping special needs students become independent learners.
The Ten Guiding Principles were developed to help teachers start the new school year off right with specific ideas for…
Use colorful cat cutouts to create a bulletin board that helps your students learn colors and counting.
Use this ladybug pattern with the Insects Bulletin Board.
Find suggestions on how to make your classroom a peaceful, non-threatening environment. Learn how to increase school…
In this school safety lesson plan, students learn the Talk It Out Together conflict-solving process.
Discover great ideas on how to introduce yourself to your new middle grade or secondary students and their parents.
Here are some suggested ways for teachers to handle conflict in their classrooms. Using these techniques in your…
Access a quick reference of daily subject and lesson plan information for substitute teachers with this form. This…
Distribute a printable social studies activity that focuses on resolving conflicts.
