Teachers should connect with their students through empathy to calm their agitation and begin the process of regulation.

Well-prepared teachers minimize misbehaviors by organizing needed supplies, having any needed copies ready, and visualizing the day.

Procedures are like guardrails across a bridge, providing structure and safety for daily tasks. Without them, everyday acts become chaotic.

Connectedness is strengthened when teachers create a sense of family in the classroom. Rituals designed to show regard help build community.

Teachers that are vulnerable bring themselves fully into the classroom, forming relationships and strengthening the learning culture.

Teachers can take charge of their classrooms by following 6 principles to build culture and can take charge of the moment through 6 actions.

If classroom behavior is out-of-control, teaching becomes a wish rather than a reality. How can teachers take charge of their classrooms?

Instead of senseless brain break videos, try these 25 ideas to rejuvenate your first graders while reinforcing academic content.

Instead of mind-numbing brain break videos, try these 20 ideas to rejuvenate your kindergarten students while reinforcing academic content.

Coercive discipline doesn't work because it doesn't flow logically from the behavior. Natural consequences maintain the relationship.

Teachers can take charge of their classrooms by growing their students' empathy and mindfulness and by designing engaging instruction.

Teachers can take charge of their classroom by anticipating problems, teaching routines and practicing acceptable behavior, and reflecting.

Teachers can take charge of their classrooms by fostering a sense of confidence in their ability and by building deep relationships.