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Ease Student Anxiety the First Week of School with 4 Popular Story Books

Ease Student Anxiety the First Week of School with 4 Popular Story Books

by Resource Ranch | Classroom, New Teacher, Reading

Student anxiety is often experienced during the first week of school. Sharing picture books is one way to help students acclimate more quickly to the classroom. Kids may be worried about making new friends or meeting a new teacher. They could also be nervous about...
Five Ways to Build Positive Relationships with Parents

Five Ways to Build Positive Relationships with Parents

by Creation Castle | Classroom, New Teacher

Parent communication can make or break your classroom. Begin building rapport with your students and their parents right from the start! Quick LinksLearn Their NamesMake Positive Phone CallsSend a Weekly NewsletterLet Them Get InvolvedSend Notes Home Learn Their Names...
Five Quick and Fun First Week of Elementary School Ice Breakers

Five Quick and Fun First Week of Elementary School Ice Breakers

by Resource Ranch | Classroom, New Teacher

An ice breaker is a quick, fun activity that helps put students at ease and often helps them realize commonalities among their classmates. The first week of school can cause anxiety for many children. They often worry if they will know anyone or make friends. Here are...
How to Be Absolutely Prepared for a New Student at Any Time

How to Be Absolutely Prepared for a New Student at Any Time

by Creation Castle | New Teacher, Classroom

One thing that will inevitably happen during your teaching career is you will get a new student after the school year has already started. This can be very stressful, but with a little preparation, you can focus more on your new student and less on the added...
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