Six Simple Steps to Preventing Disorder, Disruption, and General Mayhem
"Page's book is a jewel. Her advice is wise, sound, realistic, and very practical, and the book's main thesis should serve as a focal point of teacher preparation programs." -Robert Di Giulio, Professor of Education, Johnson State College Author, Positive Classroom Management, Third Edition Six simple, practical, and doable steps for managing your classroom! In this remarkably clear and concise guide, teacher-educator Marilyn L. Page distills years of research, data, and the experiences of hundreds of teachers into six powerful steps to attaining classroom harmony. The result is an easy-to-use handbook that teachers at every level can reference daily for proactive strategies to establish a positive classroom environment. The author demonstrates how teachers can employ a simple, no-nonsense approach to preventing and responding to classroom disruptions and student misbehaviors. Using vignettes from a cross-section of schools-inner city, rural, diverse, large, and small-this resource illustrates six steps for: Establishing your role as a proactive classroom facilitator Creating a safe environment conducive to learning Building a relationship of trust with your students Field-tested by novice and veteran teachers in classrooms across the country, these proven steps will help you create a positive and productive classroom from the very first day of school.
Take your school to the next level! Are achievement scores seemingly stuck at your school? Are your teachers working hard but getting nowhere? This practical handbook of leadership advice shows how you can break through barriers of achievement and lead your staff toward even greater heights. Grounded in Candi McKay's research-proven process for instructional leadership, You Don't Have to Be Bad to Get Better makes collaborating with staff the basis for increasing teacher-and student-success. School leaders at all levels will develop: A deep understanding of how to immerse yourself in the everyday happenings of your school A workable plan for guiding teachers in their professional growth Collaboration techniques to ensure all your staff is "on the same page" Leadership skills vital to improving the quality of teaching Research shows that the most important factor in student achievement is the quality of the teacher in the classroom. Bring out the best in your teachers through strong instructional leadership and watch student achievement soar!
A Guide to Surviving Lunchroom, Recess, Bus, and "Other Duties as Assigned"
This book is a useful guide, filled with mini-lessons and activities in the "Idea Bank," for making the onerous "extra" duties of elementary schools more enjoyable and educational. There are practical tips for thinking about cafeteria, recess, bus and other duties in a new and positive light. Complete information is provied on creating a cafeteria environemtn that is more restaurant-like. A multitude of ideas are presented for creating a positive learning environment in the lunchroom and in the school yard, and for creating a relaxing experience for teachers assigned to those duties. There are ideas for making bus trips and recess duty, whether outdoors or on a rainy day inside, more productive experiences for all. The authors have included reproducible forms and materials to be used in the activities. This book is for any elementary school principal or assistant principal, teacher or school volunteer, who is interested in making the difficult chores of cafeteria, recess, and bus supervision into enjoyable experiences for everyone.
A Guide to Surviving Lunchroom, Recess, Bus, and "Other Duties as Assigned"
This book is a useful guide, filled with mini-lessons and activities in the "Idea Bank," for making the onerous "extra" duties of elementary schools more enjoyable and educational. There are practical tips for thinking about cafeteria, recess, bus and other duties in a new and positive light. Complete information is provied on creating a cafeteria environemtn that is more restaurant-like. A multitude of ideas are presented for creating a positive learning environment in the lunchroom and in the school yard, and for creating a relaxing experience for teachers assigned to those duties. There are ideas for making bus trips and recess duty, whether outdoors or on a rainy day inside, more productive experiences for all. The authors have included reproducible forms and materials to be used in the activities. This book is for any elementary school principal or assistant principal, teacher or school volunteer, who is interested in making the difficult chores of cafeteria, recess, and bus supervision into enjoyable experiences for everyone.
101 Tips to Make It Better for Your Students, Your Staff, and Yourself
The 101 tips in this guide from a recent past president of NAESP reflect the wit, wisdom, integrity and experience that propelled Paul Young to the top leadership of his principal colleagues. You Have to Go to School - You're the Principal! is full of unique ideas and refocused essentials will improve the practice and job satisfaction of any individual serving as principal in an elementary or middle school or anyone preparing for that position. This book can become a handbook for reflective practice and help leaders to stretch their thinking. The conversational tone makes it the next best thing to having the president of NAESP as a personal mentor on the other end of the phone line. Every principal will encounter and identify with the meaning of these tips in their very own special way. The recommendations are intended as a guide to success, source of reflection and discussion, and a handbook that can be used over and over for support as principals strive to continuously improve their practice.
101 Tips to Make It Better for Your Students, Your Staff, and Yourself
The 101 tips in this guide from a recent past president of NAESP reflect the wit, wisdom, integrity and experience that propelled Paul Young to the top leadership of his principal colleagues. You Have to Go to School - You're the Principal! is full of unique ideas and refocused essentials will improve the practice and job satisfaction of any individual serving as principal in an elementary or middle school or anyone preparing for that position. This book can become a handbook for reflective practice and help leaders to stretch their thinking. The conversational tone makes it the next best thing to having the president of NAESP as a personal mentor on the other end of the phone line. Every principal will encounter and identify with the meaning of these tips in their very own special way. The recommendations are intended as a guide to success, source of reflection and discussion, and a handbook that can be used over and over for support as principals strive to continuously improve their practice.
300+ Classroom Management Strategies to Make Your Job Easier and More Fun
Praise for the Second Edition: "This book should be required reading for all teachers. The multitude of classroom strategies offers teachers invaluable insights and techniques." -Michelle Fratti, Consultant, NYC Partnership for Teacher Excellence Former Superintendent of Schools, New York City Praise for the Third Edition: "This book speaks to rookie teachers, veteran teachers, and every teacher in between. Through sharing stories, modeling behaviors, and holding up a mirror, the authors convey in a lighthearted way the truth of what teaching is all about-creating a classroom environment that encourages both students and educators to strive for and experience success." -Sue Hughes, Supervisor Allegany County Public Schools, MD Resolve classroom management challenges with more than 300 field-tested insights, tips, and strategies! In the third edition of this bestseller, teacher, trainer, and keynote speaker Renee Rosenblum-Lowden and school counselor Felicia Lowden Kimmel offer beginning and experienced teachers an abundance of techniques for dealing with everyday classroom management issues. Blending their professional knowledge, common sense, and wit, the authors provide new strategies for: Avoiding confrontations, defusing difficult situations, and encouraging honest communication Empowering students by building their confidence and cultivating responsible behaviors Getting students to complete homework assignments, come prepared, and stay on task Working with parents and staff This timeless collection of innovative ideas and teacher-tested methods is an ideal "mentor-in-a-book" that educators will use again and again throughout their careers.
300+ Classroom Management Strategies to Make Your Job Easier and More Fun
Now in its third edition, this best-selling ready reference for new and veteran teachers offers insights, tips, tactics, and strategies on 300 topics that teachers encounter in managing classrooms every day. With common sense, wit, and the depth of understanding that comes from decades of experience as a teacher, author, trainer, and workshop leader, Renee Rosenblum-Lowden shares her knowledge on positive classroom discipline and working with special learners, resistant learners, and struggling learners. School counselor and teacher Felicia Kimmel joins Rosenblum-Lowden for the new edition and brings additional expertise to the revised edition's emphasis on topics such as understanding child and adolescent development; understanding diversity and gender issues; helping students stay on task for classroom and homework assignments; making transitions from elementary to middle to high school and the workplace; and much more.
